Landmark High Court Decision for Migrants on Section 3c Leave
In a ground-breaking ruling, the High Court has delivered a significant judgment that impacts thousands of migrants in the UK. The case, R (Refugee and Migrant Forum of Essex and London) v SSHD [2024] EWHC 1374 (Admin), challenges the Home Office’s failure to provide proof of immigration status to individuals with leave to remain under […]
Court Upholds Decision on TOEIC Exam Fraud
The Court of Appeal, Civil Division, has rejected an appeal brought by the appellant against a ruling from the Upper Tribunal (Immigration and Asylum Chamber). This ruling had previously dismissed the appellant’s challenge to a decision from the First-tier Tribunal (Immigration and Asylum Chamber). The Secretary of State had curtailed the appellant’s permission to stay […]
Understanding Leasehold vs Freehold: What Every Buyer Should Know
When purchasing property in the UK, one of the most critical distinctions to understand is whether you are buying a leasehold or freehold property. Each comes with its own set of rights, responsibilities, and implications, which can significantly affect your ownership experience. This article delves into the advantages and disadvantages of leasehold vs freehold properties, […]
High Court Rejects Legal Aid Challenge for Windrush Compensation Scheme
In a significant ruling of the case of R (Oji) v The Director of Legal Aid Casework [2024] EWHC 1281 (Admin)., the High Court has dismissed a legal challenge seeking to secure legal aid for individuals applying for compensation under the Windrush Compensation Scheme. This decision has sparked a mix of reactions from various stakeholders, […]
Rentcharges under the Leasehold and Freehold Reform Act 2024
The Leasehold and Freehold Reform Act 2024 received royal assent on 24 May 2024. While most discussion about the 2024 Act relates to the ban on the sale of new leasehold houses and the lease extensions, this article aims to talk about new requirements and limitations in relation to rentcharges under the 2024 Act, which […]
Standish v Standish: Court of Appeal Clarifies Asset Division in High-Value Divorce
A recent Court of Appeal case (Standish v Standish) resulted in an unequal division of property on divorce. The family’s total wealth was £132 million, yet the judge awarded the wife only £25 million after a 15-year marriage. Notably, the parties did not have a prenuptial agreement, and during the marriage, the husband transferred £77 […]
High Court Declares Electronic Monitoring Unlawful
The High Court has ruled that the Home Secretary’s use of electronic monitoring of four claimants was unlawful, a decision which has broader implications for future similar cases. However, the court upheld the Home Secretary’s right to use data from electronic monitoring to make decisions on leave applications for individuals who have been tagged. This […]
10 things that should be at the front of first time buyers’ minds
Here at Lisa’s Law, we deal with many different types of cases from both the residential property and commercial property sectors. However, a particularly important demographic that our solicitors find it rewarding to work with are first time buyers. While it is particularly difficult for young people to buy their own home now, due […]
Labour Party Unveils 2024 Election Manifesto: Comprehensive Plan for Secure Borders and Efficient Asylum System
The Labour party has released its manifesto for the General Election being held on 4 July 2024, presenting a robust strategy to address national security, secure borders, and economic stability amidst a volatile global landscape. Here’s a summary of the key Labour immigration policies. Labour emphasises the need for controlled and managed borders, […]
What are the immigration policies in the Conservative Party’s 2024 manifesto?
This week, the two major parties, Conservative and Labour, launch their election manifesto. On Tuesday, it was the turn of the governing Conservative Party to announce their plans about what they would do if they were to beat the odds and win next month’s general election. Let’s take a look at the Conservative Party immigration […]
