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5 mediation misconceptions

Despite family mediation being a viable option for resolving a range of family issues, confusion still exists about how the process works and what can be achieved from it. After...

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Does dementia stop you signing a Will?

Posted: 8 June 2017

Author: Mark Scanlon

“Does dementia stop me from making a Will?” It’s a question we often get asked, along with dozens of similar queries on behalf of parents, grandparents and other relatives. Estate...

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How can I prevent my child from being abducted?

Posted: 1 June 2017

Author: Charmaine Moger

The prospect of the other parent taking your child abroad, without your consent, is a frightening one. But with a rise in international relationships comes an increase in international separations,...

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Elderly parents and care: how to have that difficult conversation

Contrary to popular belief, difficult conversations aren’t restricted to our teenage years. Adulthood brings its fair share of uncomfortable topics – not least those related to our ageing parents and...

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Why Lasting Powers of Attorney aren’t just for the elderly

Whilst we all recognise the importance of writing our Will, fewer of us will be considering a Lasting Power of Attorney, or an LPA. This enables you to appoint someone to...

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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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Aspiring solicitor? Tips for success in your trainee interview

Posted: 24 April 2017

Author: Anna Wilson

You’ve been invited to interview for a training contract – congratulations! After years of study, securing a trainee solicitor contract is one of the trickiest hurdles you’ll face in your...

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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...