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Executor - Appoint a Solicitor

Executor - Appoint a Solicitor

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Obviously, no one likes spending money on unnecessary legal fees and it is tempting to leave the administration of deceased individuals estate in the hands of friends or family. As with many choices which look like a good way to save money initially, the risks of letting non-solicitors handle the administration of an estate are very real and can, in fact, prove costly both in financial terms and…

Share Agreements in the Care Sector

Share Agreements in the Care Sector

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At the current time, it would appear that employee shareholder arrangements are not having the penetration one would expect within the care sector. Given the popularity…

Fathers Rights - A Guide from rhw

Fathers Rights - A Guide from rhw

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The rights of fathers to gain access their children are not set out in law in black and white. There is not a charter you can refer to. Within the framework of parental responsibility there are rights identified to allow you to contribute to decision making over your child’s future.

Parental Responsibility - Step Parents

Parental Responsibility - Step Parents

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Parental responsibility is a legal right held by the parents of a child. It includes the responsibility of providing a home for that child and the duty to protect and maintain the child. Step parents do no automatically obtain parental responsibility of a child. They must obtain a Residence Order from the Court. This Order gives the step parent parental responsibility and says that the child should live with the step parent.

Early Conciliation - Employment Update

Early Conciliation - Employment Update

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Early Conciliation – Enterprise and Regulatory Reform Act 2013

legal updates NEW - Second Marriage & Wills

legal updates NEW - Second Marriage & Wills

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Getting married for a second time is a happy time. You may feel you are stuck between a rock and hard place - how can you provide for your new spouse (and any children from the marriage) while also ensuring that the children of your previous marriage receive an inheritance from you?

Changes to TUPE

Changes to TUPE

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On 31 January 2014, changes to the Transfer of Undertakings (Protection of Employment) Regulations 2006 (TUPE) came into force. TUPE applies to relevant transfers, which are defined as the sale and purchase of a business, or part of a business, and service provision changes.

Alternative Divorce Guide - Samantha Jago Video

Alternative Divorce Guide - Samantha Jago Video

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rhw's Samantha Jago speaks about how to divorce amicably.

Support during a Divorce

Support during a Divorce

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Going through a divorce is extremely stressful and it is important to ensure that you are supported throughout the process. Everyone has their own ways of dealing with stress but the following are options should be considered to help with emotional needs.

CGT Relief Update

CGT Relief Update

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In general, no capital gains tax (CGT) is payable when you sell your main residence. This is due to principal private residence relief (PPR).

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