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Navigating child arrangements at Christmas: a legal guide for separated families
It’s the most wonderful time of the year! But for some, Christmas can cause tension and disagreements within families, particularly separated ones. If you and your partner are separated and...
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Re ACC and Others: a guide for Deputies
The Court of Protection’s main focus is protecting P (the protected party) and their best interests. With this at the forefront of its mind, the law is forever evolving. ACC...
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Introducing… our legal packages for business start-ups
Barcan and Kirby’s Corporate and Commercial team has launched a comprehensive package of legal services for start-up businesses: the New Business Start-Up Kit. Legal packages for start-ups Starting a new...
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Your guide to the Renters’ Rights Bill
The Renters’ Rights Bill (Renters’ Rights Act) is something landlords and lawyers alike have been anticipating for several months, and the wait is over. The Bill received royal assent on...
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How to remove or replace a Deputy
A Deputy is appointed by the Court of Protection to manage a person’s (the protected party or ‘P’) affairs when they are no longer able to do so themselves. If...
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Citizen 2025 | The future of ageing: how the over-65s are breaking every stereotype
In our 2015 Citizen 2025 report, we highlighted the impact a ‘live longer’ culture could have on UK society and beyond. We considered how this might affect our daily lives,...
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What happens if you die without a Will?
The importance of writing your Will should never be underestimated. But let’s be honest, it’s a difficult subject matter. That’s why so many of us put it off. Of course,...
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According to the National Wills Report 2025, nearly 70% of UK adults do not have a Will. Wills are optional; you don’t have to have one, but the consequences of...
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Employment Rights Bill: public consultation now open
The Government has opened public consultations on proposed changes in the Employment Rights Bill. Anyone is eligible to share their views on the proposals, which will affect several key areas...
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Case study: £19m for child who developed cerebral palsy after CTG issues during birth
Our specialist medical negligence solicitors recently helped a child (through his litigation friend*) to claim compensation for dyskinetic cerebral palsy, which was caused during his birth. As an anonymity order...
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October marks Breast Cancer Awareness Month, a global campaign to raise awareness, encourage self-checking, and support those affected by breast cancer. Our medical negligence solicitors are sadly all too aware...
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Motability contracts: Deputies now recognised as agents, not hirers
On 18th July 2025, the Court of Protection clarified the legal position for Deputies and Attorneys when entering contracts through the Motability Scheme. What is the Motability Scheme? The Motability...
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