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Midwifery units vs. hospital care
The National Institute for Clinical Excellence (NICE) has published updated guidance advising that, for pregnant women who are classified as low-risk and are likely to have a straightforward birth, midwife-led...
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Clinical Negligence team celebrates 2015 Chambers ranking
Our medical negligence team has again been placed in the highest banding in the annual Chambers and Partners UK Directory for the South West Region. The team headed up by Richard...
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How to make divorce easier for your children
Divorce can create anxiety, worry, upset and frustration. It’s difficult enough as an adult to deal with such things but what must it be like for a child? Our team...
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Have you thought about your lasting legacy?
Writing a Will is something we all need to do. The process of writing it helps us to think about what we want to happen when we die and who...
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Claims against DIY Executors triple in 2013
The High Court has released disturbing figures which highlight the huge increase in claims for mishandling a deceased’s estate. Information provided by the Chancery Division, states that a staggering 368...
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Why is it important to think about estate planning?
We all know that having a Will is important and everyone needs to have one. It not only sets out your wishes after your death. It also helps you to...
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Barcan Woodward and Kirby Sheppard set to merge
We’re delighted to announce our intention to merge with fellow Bristol solicitors, Kirby Sheppard, a firm that shares many of our core values including our commitment to providing outstanding client...
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Firm awarded Law Society’s Lexcel accreditation
We’re delighted to announce that Barcan+Kirby has been awarded the prestigious Law Society’s mark of excellence, Lexcel. Lexcel is a recognised accreditation scheme for law firms and shows that we’ve...
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HMRC considers splitting Inheritance Tax nil-rate band across trusts
It has come to light that HMRC has amended its proposal to split an individual’s inheritance tax (IHT) nil-rate band (NRB) across trusts. The revised plans, which could come into...
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How to choose the right conveyancing solicitor
Let’s be honest, buying a house is a pretty daunting prospect. It’s a huge financial commitment and will easily be the biggest purchase that most of us will make in...
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Can medical negligence lead to amputation?
Amputation is a life-changing injury and one that involves a considerable period of readjustment. There are several factors which can lead to the loss or amputation of a limb, one...
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Beware: the case against DIY Wills
We’re often asked by clients whether they can write a Will themselves. The answer is yes, of course, as long as you’re aware of the risks involved in venturing down...
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