The UK’s New Independent Appeals Body: What It Means for Asylum and Immigration Cases
The Home Office recently closed its call for evidence on the establishment of a new Independent Appeals Body, part of wider reforms to the UK asylum system. The deadline, which had been extended to 6 May 2026, has now passed. The responses received will inform the legislation laying the groundwork for the new body, and […]
Buying Property at Auction: Understanding the Legal Risks Before You Bid
Buying a property at auction can appear deceptively simple: you bid, you win, and you complete. In reality, it is one of the most legally binding and unforgiving ways to acquire property in England and Wales. Once the hammer falls, you are contractually committed – usually with only 28 days (or even less!) to complete […]
Bank Account Closed or Frozen? What the New Debanking Rules Could Mean for You
A closed bank account is stressful. A frozen account can be even worse. For individuals, it can mean being unable to pay rent, bills or everyday expenses. For businesses, it can disrupt wages, suppliers, tax payments and even day-to-day trading. The UK government’s new “debanking” rules, which came into force from 28 April 2026, are […]
Fotheringhame v Nelson: Cohabitation Rights and Protecting Property Interests
The recent High Court decision in Fotheringhame v Nelson [2026] EWHC 632 (Ch) provides an important reminder of how English law determines property rights between cohabiting couples when relationships break down. It also highlights the legal risks that arise where parties fail to clearly record their respective contributions or ownership intentions at the time of […]
Are Your Right to Work Checks Still Compliant in 2026?
From 8 April 2026, updated Home Office sponsor guidance has significantly widened the scope of right to work checks. Introduced without prior notice, the changes impose broader compliance duties on sponsors and raise immediate concerns for many businesses. Written by Angel Wan, Solicitor Wider Obligations, Greater Uncertainty Sponsors must now verify that anyone they […]
Lisa’s Law Solicitors – Spring Social 2026
Lisa’s Law staff and business partners alike recently gathered for our Spring Social at Puttshack Bank for an evening of fun, food and networking. As a thriving firm which continues to expand, the importance of coming together several times a year outside of work plays an important role in the work calendar. At a growing […]
Conflicts of Interest in Conveyancing: Why We Cannot Act for Both Buyer and Seller
In property transactions, one of the most important professional obligations is the duty to avoid conflicts of interest. Clients often ask why a single solicitor cannot act for both the buyer and the seller in the same transaction. The reason is simple: the buyer wants the lowest price and the most favourable terms, while the […]
Holiday Problems Abroad: What Are Your Rights?
Going on holiday should be a time to relax. But when something goes wrong abroad, it can quickly become stressful and confusing. Many travellers are unsure what rights they have, especially when they are outside the UK. Whether it is a cancelled booking, unsafe accommodation, lost luggage, or even an incident involving local authorities, it […]
When Service Charges Become a Litigation Issue: Challenging Unsubstantiated Increases
Significant increases in service charges are no longer unusual. What is increasingly concerning, however, is not the level of the increase itself, but the lack of substantiation behind it. Leaseholders are frequently presented with sharply higher demands, supported by little more than broad assertions about rising costs or “necessary works,” with no meaningful documentary evidence. […]
Recent Home Office Refusals on 7-year Child ILR Applications: What Families Need to Know Now
It has long been the case that a child born in the United Kingdom who has lived here continuously for at least seven years can apply for indefinite leave to remain (ILR) on the basis that their private life is engaged under Article 8 of the European Convention on Human Rights. Once that child secures […]