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Our licensed conveyancer Jenni Shoreman shares some top tips to prepare for a house move with minimal stress.

Victoria Harcourt from our Wills, Trusts and Probate Team explains how you can ensure your child's inheritance stays with them and is not split with an ex-partner.

If your loved one is diagnosed with dementia, here's why they should put an LPA in place. Our legal director Zoe Fleming explains more in her blog post.

Paralegal Kim Emmett from our Family Law Team explains the options available to you regarding your property, if you and your partner are separating.

If a loved one does not have an LPA in place and now lacks the mental capacity to act for themselves, you may need to make an application to the Court of Protection to get permission to act on their behalf. Solicitor Anna Kerr explains more.

Solicitor Anna Kerr has penned a blog post to explain all about what statutory wills are and why they are necessary. Read on to find out more.

The Lasting Powers of Attorney (LPA) is a legal document that allows a trusted person to make decisions for someone, should they lose capacity to do so. Find out more about why we recommend one and how you can make one here.

Our Family Law Team can assist you with setting up a cohabitation agreement. Read this blog post for more information on what one includes.

If you're a first-time buyer, don't be put off by the financial side. We explain about deposits, government schemes, mortgages and more to help you get on the property ladder.

Director Paul Ridehalgh once again prosecuted on behalf of the RSCPA in court, during a distressing case about the prolonged and intentional abuse of pet cats. Read more what happened in court here.

Solicitor Katy Rider from our Dispute Resolution Team explains the main ways that the validity of a will can be challenged.