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Supreme Court rules in favour of extending civil partnerships

Posted: 27th June 2018

Author: Tom Powles

The Supreme Court has ruled unanimously in favour of a couple challenging the rules on civil partnerships. Family law Partner, Tom Powles, examines what the court’s decision on civil partnerships means...

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Pimlico: a tiny nail in the coffin of the gig economy?

Yesterday, the Supreme Court ruled against Pimlico Plumbers in a dispute over whether one of their former operatives was a ‘worker’. Some commentators are questioning whether this case will have...

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Workplace ageism: what are your rights?

Posted: 1st June 2018

Author: James Bell

Everyone has the right to be treated fairly at work, and there are laws to protect you against discrimination on the basis of age. Working into your 60s, 70s and...

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Is lifetime maintenance becoming a thing of the past?

Posted: 20th April 2018

Author: Chris Miller

Court orders for maintenance are typically made to ensure that one of the divorcees’ financial needs are met. However, a recent court order for maintenance limited the payments to five...

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What are the benefits of Trusts?

Posted: 13th April 2018

Author: Anna Molter

Trusts have been around for hundreds of years and can play an important role in planning for the future. With families becoming more complex, trusts can help to smooth out...

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Do I need a Grant of Probate?

When a person passes away, it often falls to a family member or spouse to act as the Executor of their Will, making sure that their final wishes for their...

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Why choose equity release?

Equity release is a way that homeowners can tap into their property wealth. However, a great deal of consideration needs to be taken first. Decades of home ownership and rising...

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What happens to debts when you divorce?

Posted: 21st February 2018

Author: Chris Miller

Sorting out debts when you divorce is as important as separating other assets – some would even say more important, as unaffordable loan repayments, credit card bills and black marks...

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Getting your money back from a builder

Disputes over building work and home repairs are unfortunately all too common. Whether it’s wiring, plumbing, roofing or construction, unfinished or poor quality work can result in extra hassle and...