Posted: 31 March
Strategic Merger Strengthens Legal Services in Southend and Essex Taylor Haldane Barlex LLP (THB) is pleased to announce the acquisition of Hurrell Solicitors, marking a significant step in the firm’s continued growth and further strengthening its presence across Southend-on-Sea...
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Posted: 11 February
What farming families and business owners need to know If you own a farm, land, or a family business, you will have undoubtedly heard that inheritance tax (IHT) rules are changing. While the headlines have caused concern, the key...
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Posted: 17 January
Overview UK house prices slipped again in December, prompting renewed questions about market direction as we move into 2026. While the headlines focus on short-term movements, the more useful indicators lie in affordability, interest rates, and local market resilience....
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Posted: 20 November
Local Action Reopens Beloved Path Imagine finding a path you’ve walked for decades—a pleasant, convenient shortcut used by some residents for up to 40 years—suddenly closed. That’s exactly what happened in September 2023 to a beloved right of way that...
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Posted: 07 November
Parents who separate often need clear guidance on how child maintenance payments are decided. The system is run by the Child Maintenance Service (CMS), which uses a formula to ensure children receive consistent support. Understanding how a child maintenance...
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Posted: 30 September
Bringing Together Two Established Legal Practices Taylor Haldane Barlex LLP (THB) and Bawtrees LLP today announce that they have merged, bringing together a 65‑strong team to provide broader legal support to individuals and businesses across Essex and the wider...
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Posted: 05 September
A life interest trust enables you to preserve the value of your estate for future generations. These trusts are usually included in wills for the preservation of properties. Benefits for Blended Families Blended families often benefit from a life...
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Posted: 28 August
An EPA is a document authorising one or more people (Attorneys) to manage financial and property matters on behalf of an individual (Donor), in the event that the Donor loses mental capacity. It is no longer possible to create...
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Posted: 22 August
Do Grandparents Have Automatic Contact? Family relationships can become strained during separations or family breakdowns, and one group often caught in the middle are grandparents. While they can play a vital role in the emotional and practical support of...
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Posted: 05 August
Decriminalising Rough Sleeping and Begging in England and Wales What Is the Vagrancy Act 1824? The Vagrancy Act 1824 is a nearly 200-year-old law that makes it a criminal offence to sleep rough or beg in England and Wales....
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