Posted: 16 September
A solicitors firm in Essex has pledged its support to eight leading charities after signing up to take part in this year’s Will Aid campaign. Taylor Haldane Barlex has supported Will Aid since 2012, helping to raise vital donations...
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Posted: 16 September
Can you be separated while living under the same roof? Separation does not necessarily mean that one person must leave the family home. In England and Wales, a couple can be separated while continuing to live under the same...
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Posted: 26 August
During the lifetime of the Will maker (‘the Testator’), an Executor cannot change the Will. This is because the Testator has agency and therefore changes to their Will can only be done upon their instructions, if they have sufficient...
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Posted: 26 August
The loss of a loved one can be a significantly distressing time emotionally. Alongside arranging the funeral, the Testator’s Estate (the person that has died) will need to be dealt with which can entail many practical and legal considerations...
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Posted: 20 August
Choosing Your Executors Careful consideration should be taken when deciding who to appoint as your Executor(s). They will be the representatives of your Estate and carry out the wishes you have specified in your Will. It is, therefore, an important...
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Posted: 30 July
Finding money or valuable property in a public place can leave you wondering what you should do next. While it may be tempting to keep what you’ve found, the law is not always on your side. Many people assume...
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Posted: 30 July
If the police seize your mobile phone, laptop or other electronic device during a criminal investigation, they may ask you to provide your PIN, password or passcode to access its contents. Many people assume they can simply refuse this...
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Posted: 21 July
Our solicitors Carly Dartnell and Andrew Hurrell are proud Accredited Lifetime Lawyers. They’re some of the most qualified specialists in the country in helping you make decisions and plans for the future. Here’s some of the reasons why you...
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Posted: 20 July
Making sure that your estate and assets are fairly distributed after you die is a concern for many individuals, and this only becomes more complicated when you introduce different types of Will. But understanding which Will is right for...
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Posted: 17 July
If Social Services become involved with your grandchildren, it can be an overwhelming and emotional time. Many grandparents are unsure about their legal rights and whether they can step in to care for their grandchild. Unless you have Parental...
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