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We’re supporting Dementia Awareness Week
At Barcan and Kirby, we’re proud to announce our support for Dementia Awareness Week, running from 15th to 21st May 2017. Dementia Awareness Week aims to unite people across the...
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Blogs
Inheritance Tax on gifts: what are the rules?
New research suggests that tax breaks on gifts between family members could encourage more parents and grandparents to pass on a ‘living inheritance’ to the younger generation, giving them a...
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How might Brexit affect the NHS and our health?
As the dust continues to settle on the UK’s decision to leave the EU, many people are considering the impact on our National Health Service in the wake of Brexit....
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I’ve been given the wrong medication – what are my rights?
Whether over-the-counter medication or prescription drugs, we rely on pharmacists and GPs to make sure we get the right medicine. So if things go wrong and you’re given the wrong...
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Barcan and Kirby announces internal promotions
We’re delighted to announce a number of internal promotions, including the appointment of Senior Associate Claire Hurrell to Partner, as the firm continues to go from strength to strength. Claire,...
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We raised over £2,000 for St Peter’s Hospice during Make a Will Fortnight
We’re delighted to announce that Barcan and Kirby has raised over £2,000 for St Peter’s Hospice, as part of their Make a Will Fortnight last October. During Make a Will...
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High street vs online: what’s the best way to sell your property?
Selling a house can be a daunting process, and those who wish to sell their property have to go through a somewhat long and complex process to secure the best...
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Where next for Bristol’s gig economy?
The Government’s U-turn today on national insurance rises announced last week will no doubt go down well with the business community. Much has been made of the impact on self-employed...
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Celebrating our women in law for International Women’s Day
Today is International Women’s Day – so we’re taking the opportunity to celebrate the contributions and achievements of our female staff. We strive to ensure our firm is a welcoming...
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Case Studies
Case study: estate claim successful in the High Court
Our inheritance dispute solicitors recently acted in a contentious probate case, representing a widow and her child who were contesting the terms of a disputed Will. Last week, our clients...
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Blogs
Should heterosexual couples be able to form civil partnerships?
The Court of Appeal ruled this week that the Government’s stance on civil partnerships could continue, even though it might breach heterosexual couples’ human rights. Rebecca Steinfeld and Charles Keidan...
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4 steps to stress-free conveyancing
Let’s be honest, moving house is stressful. From de-cluttering your attic and managing your removals to the unpacked boxes piled up in your kitchen. But one area that doesn’t need...
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