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LAW APPRENTICESHIPS - A COMMITMENT TO LONG-TERM GAINS AND SUPPORTING EDI
Bennett Oakley Solicitors discuss why it is importance for law firms to support diversity & inclusion in law, through initiatives such as Solicitor Apprenticeships.
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Wed, Feb 7, 2024 12:42 PM
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POST-COVID CONVEYANCING CHANGES & THE EVOLUTION OF SHARED OWNERSHIP SCHEMES
This article delves into the significant advancements in conveyancing post-COVID and the transformation of shared ownership schemes in the United Kingdom.
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Tue, Jan 30, 2024 9:01 AM
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WHY HAVING A SOLICITOR DRAFT YOUR WILL IS CRUCIAL
In this article, we explore the importance of obtaining a Will and seeking the expertise of a solicitor to make sure this legal document is bespoke to your requirements.
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Wed, Jan 17, 2024 12:04 PM
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FORECASTING THE 2024 MORTGAGE RATES IN THE UK: WHAT TO EXPECT
Property lawyer and specialist, Sarah Rowland, provides insight into what we can expect for mortgage rates in the UK during 2024.
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Sun, Dec 31, 2023 12:56 PM
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TOP TIPS FOR ISSUING A CLAIM FOR MONEY OWED TO YOU
Do you think you may be entitled to make a claim against someone, or a company, for money that you are owed? In this article, Bennett Oakley Solicitors explore what you need to know.
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Tue, Dec 5, 2023 3:37 PM
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THE VALUE OF INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY
Bennett Oakley's Commercial Team discusses the value of the collective term, Intellectual Property, where it can be found, sometimes in unlikely places and how it can be protected and leveraged to a company's benefit.
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Tue, Nov 28, 2023 7:45 AM
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EMBRACING A LEGACY
Bennett Oakley Solicitors reflect on employee ownership one year on.
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Wed, Nov 8, 2023 9:23 AM
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UNDERSTANDING THE IMPLICATIONS OF INTESTACY
This Bennett Oakley Insight provides information on intestacy and provides various scenarios and 'what-if' situations.
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Fri, Sep 29, 2023 4:46 PM
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WE ARE NOT MARRIED - WHAT DO I NEED TO KNOW?
Bennett Oakley's Family Law solicitor discusses the legal issues for people who co-habit but are not married and whose relationships are ending.
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Thu, Dec 31, 2020 3:06 PM
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INHERITANCE ACT CLAIMS : FAQ
FAQ style article discussing Inheritance Act claims and how they apply in today's world.
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Mon, Jun 5, 2023 5:48 PM
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IMPACT ON THE ADMINISTRATION OF ESTATES OF RECENT CHANGES IN CGT ALLOWANCES
Bennett Oakley discusses the effect on the administration of estates due to changes in capital gains thresholds introduced in the 2023 budget.
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Tue, Apr 25, 2023 12:34 PM
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RENTCHARGES - WHAT ARE THEY AND HOW MIGHT THEY AFFECT YOU?
Rentcharges are not well understood; they are a bit like Ground Rent, which applies only to leasehold properties, but rentcharges apply to freehold purchases and you need to be aware of the implications if the property you are buying is subject to a rentcharge.
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Tue, Mar 14, 2023 1:06 PM
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EMPLOYEE OWNERSHIP - WHAT'S NEXT?
Article written by Bennett Oakley's Managing Director discussing the future under employee ownership and how growth, technology and culture all play a part.
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Tue, Nov 29, 2022 10:51 AM
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EMPLOYEE OWNERSHIP A SHARED PURPOSE
Employee ownership provides employees with more than just a job....it gives them real incentive for all to succeed. Sarah Rowland discusses the post-pandemic desires of more personal purpose.
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Thu, Nov 24, 2022 9:27 AM
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THE BENEFITS OF EMPLOYEE OWNERSHIP
Samuel Cash discusses the additional benefits of Employee Ownership and how it will impact Bennett Oakley.
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Mon, Nov 21, 2022 8:24 AM
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CREATING A LEGACY WITH EMPLOYEE OWNERSHIP
Outgoing Managing Director, Simon Elliot, discusses why Employee Ownership Trusts make sense for all concerned and why his legacy is important to his staff and clients.
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Thu, Nov 17, 2022 12:41 PM
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UPDATE ON THE LEASEHOLD REFORM (GROUND RENT) ACT 2022
Article describing the updates to the The Leasehold Reform (Ground Rent) Act 2022 describing the legislative changes around the ground rent a leaseholder must pay to the freeholder when holding long leases. Legislation was required due to the unreasonable escalation in ground rents being demanded.
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Mon, Oct 3, 2022 2:41 PM
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DIRECTOR'S LOAN ACCOUNT CLAIMS
Bennett Oakley's James Leighton discusses issues surrounding insolvency and director's loans and the way claims, and the legitimacy of them, are made.
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Wed, Sep 7, 2022 5:40 PM
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DIVIDING UP MARITAL PROPERTY AND ASSETS DURING A DIVORCE
Detailed article discussing the division of marital assets and property during divorce proceedings
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Mon, Sep 29, 2014 12:38 PM
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MEDIATION
Bennett Oakley Solicitors discuss what Mediation is from a legal perspective and how it can be used to achieve resolution to problems between opposing parties.
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Tue, Apr 12, 2022 12:28 PM
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SETTLEMENT AGREEMENTS IN EMPLOYMENT
A discussion and explanation about Settlement Agreements (aka Compromise Agreements) in UK employment.
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Thu, Feb 10, 2022 12:43 PM
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RESIDENTIAL POSSESSION CLAIMS
Bennett Oakley discuss the issues around the possession of a residential property that is subject to a tenancy agreement.
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Tue, Nov 9, 2021 1:06 PM
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CONSUMER RIGHTS ACT 2015
James Leighton of Bennett Oakley Solicitors discusses how the consumer is protected by the Consumer Rights Act 2015 (CRA 2015)
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Tue, Sep 7, 2021 2:08 PM
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'NO FAULT' DIVORCE
Michaela Sargeant, from Bennett Oakley discusses the recent changes (2021) in divorce law in the United Kingdom.
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Fri, Jul 23, 2021 3:48 PM
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WHAT IS SHARED OWNERSHIP?
Sarah Rowland explains about Shared Ownership and how Bennett Oakley can help you buy a share of your home.
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Tue, Jul 13, 2021 3:57 PM
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CHALLENGING A WILL
Michaela Sargeant discusses the implications and points to consider before you challenge a Will.
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Wed, Aug 19, 2020 4:16 PM
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CASH FLOW AND CORONAVIRUS
James Leighton discusses how legal advice can help companies implement strategies for recovery from the pandemic.
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Wed, May 27, 2020 4:23 PM
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