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Blogs
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...
Blogs
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...
Blogs
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...
Firm News
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...
Firm News
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...
Blogs
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...
Blogs
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...
Blogs
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...
Blogs
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...
Blogs
Case study: £83,000 compensation for gallbladder surgery claim
Keyhole surgery to remove your gallbladder, known as laparoscopic cholecystectomy, is one of the UK’s most commonly performed operations. Many people who undergo this surgery do so because of complications...
Case Studies
Case study: £100k award for nerve damage
A hand injury may seem like a relatively minor complaint. However, the sensitivity and movement in our hands is so important to our everyday lives that a serious hand injury...
Blogs
Couples to consider family mediation before court
Couples now have to consider family mediation before they are able to legally separate, under new laws announced in April 2014. The reforms have come as a result of the...