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Learn about cautioning in this guide from Bell Lamb & Joynson. The police and prosecutor can grant a formal, yet out-of-court disposable to those who committed a minor, low-level offence....

Halton Haven Hospice in Runcorn is a charity that is close to our hearts and one that we support. They provide end-of-life care to those in our local community who...

The Administrator of Estate is a job that should not be taken lightly as it holds important responsibilities. As an Administrator of Estate, you hold the duty of distributing and...

Conveyancing timelines have increased for home buyers by 50% to 65 days compared to a year ago, and the time it takes to exchange contracts is up 5% to 139 days, according to property data specialists TwentyEA.

We were Highly Commended in both categories we were shortlisted for, Conveyancing Firm of the Year (North) and Customer Service Champions at the prestigious Today's Conveyancer British Conveyancing Awards 2023.

We're expanding our fourth office in Maghull. This expansion is a testament to the hard work and dedication of our team and our commitment to providing the highest standard of legal services.

The terms “theft,” “burglary,” and “robbery” are sometimes used interchangeably in news reporting regarding crimes involving the theft of money or property. But there are definite distinctions between these offences....

Applying for a consent order makes things official and legally binding when you go through your divorce. A consent order holds many benefits, one of which is avoiding any disputes,...

The team celebrated Emily Oliver on being highly commended at the prestigious Access Legal Modern Law Awards 2023 last night. The recognition of Paralegal of the Year is an impressive...

New Rules Related to Pre-Charge Bail Have Been Extended In April 2017 new provisions relating to pre-charge bail were introduced. These have now been extended in the Police, Crime, Sentencing...

Getting onto the property ladder can be difficult for first-time buyers. The government has made it a lot easier and more manageable for those wanting to purchase a house with...

Bell Lamb & Joynson is thrilled to support the first-ever National Conveyancing Week, an initiative aimed at enhancing the experience of both home movers and professionals involved in the home...

On February 24, 2023, the newly created Maghull Advice Centre opened its doors to the public for the first time. The centre provides free advice on a range of issues...

Being caught driving under the influence can be a worrying and uneasy time – if you are found guilty of drink driving, you could face a series of punishments. At...

A family solicitor can help you establish your legal rights with your partner through a cohabitation agreement. In this blog post, we will explain why any time is the right...

A new build can be fresh and exciting, and many love the idea of owning a new home to put their unique spin on. It also has the huge added...

Drink driving is a serious offence that can lead to severe consequences, including licence suspension, fines, and even imprisonment. A drink driving penalty calculator will provide an estimate of the...

Bell Lamb & Joynson receives full re-accreditation from The Law Society for the Conveyancing Quality Scheme. We are proud to announce that we have recently been re-accredited by the Law Society...

An awareness campaign hosted by SFE Legal runs from 23rd – 29th January to encourage more people to update their will and ensure their wishes are carried out when they...

Amy Rouse has qualified as a Licensed Conveyancer (CLC). This week, she received her certificate, marking the completion of her training and the beginning of her new role. Becoming a...

Family Mediation Week runs from 16-20th January 2023. This is a campaign run by the Family Mediation Council to raise awareness of family mediation and the benefits it can bring...

Going through probate after the death of a loved one can be a difficult time, we understand. With the help and guidance from a probate solicitor, you will never be...

Bell Lamb & Joynson has expanded its client relationship team with the appointment of a new Relationship Manager, Andy Burke, who joined the firm in the first week of January.

If you have not purchased or sold a property before, it can be quite a daunting process with a lot of legal jargon that you will not know about and...

Are you going through a separation or divorce and are you considering how to approach co-parenting? Co-parenting can be overwhelming, and it can often be difficult to know how to...

Prenuptial agreements can be a difficult thing to discuss and organise; after all, they are not typically romantic. The last thing most couples want to discuss before they even get...

In 2021, as the UK came out of lockdown, our Senior Family Paralegal, Gemma Stenson, was keen to help the local community after the hardships of the pandemic. Gemma grew...

A Will can be contested and anyone has the option to do this. The reasons for someone to contest a Will can include worry that the Will could be invalid,...

The 2022 LEAP Modern Law Conveyancing Awards took place on Thursday 24th of November and our team scooped the Conveyancing Firm of the Year North of England and the Property...

Having a Lasting Power of Attorney (LPA) is crucial. The future can be daunting, especially when you don’t know what it holds – but having one in place can make the...