A Guide to Lasting Powers of Attorney: What They Are and Why You Need One
A Lasting Power of Attorney (LPA) is a legal document that allows you to appoint one or more trusted individuals (known as your “attorneys”) to make decisions on your behalf if you lose the ability to do so yourself in the future. Written by Aurora Chan, Legal Assistant The Two Types of Lasting Powers […]
Understanding Protocol Forms in Residential Property Transactions
If you are buying or selling a home in England and Wales, several protocol forms are used to ensure transparency and reduce the risk of disputes. Among the most important are the Property Information Form (TA6), the Leasehold Information Form (TA7), and the Fittings and Contents Form (TA10). Issued by the Law Society, these protocol […]
POCA Investigation: Strategy Matters When Dealing With Investigators
Investigations under the Proceeds of Crime Act 2002, often called POCA, can be very stressful. They usually begin with the police or other authorities such as Home Office asking questions about your bank accounts, your business, or the source of certain funds. Most of the time the relevant accounts remain frozen. Sometimes you are invited […]
Kaur v Kaur: Key Lessons in Avoiding Family Estate Disputes
Family estate disputes often arise between family members during the administration of a deceased’s estate where insufficient estate planning and tense family relationships coincide. In the recent case of Kaur v Kaur and others [2025] EWHC 2806 (Ch), an extended series of arguments between ten siblings was only resolved more than 10 years after the […]
The End of the EU Settlement Scheme (EUSS) Grant Funding from 31st March 2026
On 11 February 2026, The Home Office confirmed that it will end grant funding for EU Settlement Scheme (EUSS) support from 31 March 2026. The reason for this is reduced application volumes, simplified processes for converting pre‑settled status to settled status and automated extensions for pre‑settled status. Written by Victor Falcon Mmegwa, Senior Associate Solicitor […]
FAQs on Will Drafting Under English Law
Do I need a Will? Yes. Having a Will is important for several reasons: Asset disposition – a Will ensures your assets are distributed in accordance with your wishes after your death. A professionally drafted Will takes your personal and financial circumstances into account and can help minimise the risk of disputes. Avoiding intestacy rules […]
Overseas divorce, English finances – Why the Court Will Now Usually Hear Both Sides Before a Claim Proceeds
People often assume that if their divorce happened overseas, the English court cannot help with finances afterwards. That is not always right. In some cases, Part III of the Matrimonial and Family Proceedings Act 1984 allows a spouse to apply for financial relief in England and Wales after an overseas divorce. But there is an […]
Can You Be Sued in England While Living Abroad?
As international mobility increases, many individuals and businesses live outside the United Kingdom while maintaining significant connections with England. It is common for overseas clients to own UK property, operate UK companies, or enter into contracts governed by English law. A question we are frequently asked is a simple but important one: can someone be […]
Five Common Remortgage Mistakes That Can Delay Your Deal
You may already be familiar with the basic steps involved in a remortgage but knowing what to look out for before you begin the process can save time, and avoid unexpected delays. We will highlight some key issues homeowners should consider before or when starting the procedure, and how we can prevent these common remortgage […]
The Polkey Reduction and Endometriosis Disability in Unfair Dismissal Claims
In a recent case. the Employment Appeal Tribunal (EAT) found that the Employment Tribunal (ET) made a legal error when it assessed the Polkey reduction. The ET used the wrong hypothetical scenario when deciding whether compensation should be reduced. The Polkey reduction, after the House of Lords decision in Polkey v AE Dayton Services Ltd […]