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Since working from home was forced in 2020, workplaces have seen a continued rise in the number of people wishing to stay working from home even after a return to...

With the start of a new academic year fast approaching for many students, it is also the start of a new tenancy agreement. Although you’ve likely just paid your deposit,...

Proposed new legislation is latest in a fast-changing landscape for private rented sector Residential landlords already struggling to keep up with legislation and guidelines, including the tenant protections extended by...

Updating your Will is an important task that people often put off. As time passes by and personal circumstances change, it is not uncommon for you to want to make...

Holidays abroad are back, but due to staff shortages, airports are struggling, and flights are being routinely cancelled and delayed across the country, including domestic and European routes often last...

A lot of people feel very passionately about crime. Judges and magistrates of course play a vital role in the criminal justice system when it comes to sentencing. To go...

If you’ve ever considered building your own home but don’t know how you are going to fund it, the Help to Build loan might be an option for you. The...

In June, the Society for Trust and Estate Practitioners (STEP) launched a new “Protect your Digital Memories” campaign. The campaign aims to increase awareness and encourage people to protect their...

Beverley Leeman reflects on three decades at Bell Lamb & Joynson. I’m Bev, and I’m the Operations Manager at Bell Lamb & Joynson. I started working at the firm in...

The conveyancing process can be long and slow. This can be a nuisance when you just want things to move as fast as possible, although certain issues can get in...

The world’s largest pilot of a four-day work week has launched in the UK. The pilot will last six months, with 70 companies and 3,300 workers participating. The workers taking...

Gemma Stenson gives an insight into a day in the life of a Senior Family Paralegal. I’m Gemma, and I’m a paralegal in the family solicitors team at Bell Lamb...

Knowing the difference between the different types of courts here in the UK can be a bit confusing if you don’t know what each type of court is for. We...

Property buyers looking to pay reduced rates of stamp duty when buying multiple residential properties or claiming mixed residential and non-residential use can expect a tightening of the rules following...

By Family Law Paralegal Kelsey Faulkner Abusers who strangle their partners in an attempt to exert control and induce fear will now face up to five years behind bars, following...

This week marks the beginning of Her Majesty’s Platinum Jubilee.  Throughout her 70 year reign, Queen Elizabeth II has witnessed incredible social, political, scientific and technological change, while remaining a...

If you are considering giving Power of Attorney to a loved one, we understand that this may feel overwhelming. There are many considerations, including choosing someone you trust to carry...

Whether you’re a red or a blue – for many people across the Liverpool city region, this weekend was one of unforgettable highs and bitter lows. Pre and post-match events...

Probate is something that many of us will have to deal with at some point in our lives. Managing a loved one’s probate is never going to be an easy...

In its recent Trusts and Estates Newsletter for April 2022, HMRC announced some changes to the processing of IHT 100 forms, which changes the timelines for when those who have...

A couple has spent eleven years fighting with their neighbours over just six inches of land, spending over £60,000 in legal fees. Philip and Denise New from Essex say they’ve...

Cosmetic procedures have become increasingly common, but unfortunately, they do not always go to plan. If you have undergone a cosmetic procedure that has not gone as planned, we understand...

For residential landlords, identity checks on prospective tenants can be challenging and the penalties harsh for getting it wrong; but trying to avoid tenants with complex immigration status is not...

When the clock finally chimed for no-fault divorce, courts saw a surge in petitions from couples looking to avoid the blame game but challenges still lie ahead for couples leaving...

Conveyancing refers to the legal and administrative processes by which the ownership of property is safely transferred from one person to another. It is at the help of your conveyancing...

  Chances are in your lifetime you’ll experience criminal activity, whether it be directly or indirectly. If you ever find yourself in court regarding criminal activity, it’s important to know...

If you and your fiancé want to relocate to the UK to begin your new life together, and your partner is based in the UK already, you may be eligible...

If you are considering purchasing a property, it’s important that you know the ins and outs of the process – including conveyancing. But what exactly is conveyancing? What does a...

Marriage can be such an exciting prospect – and it’s easy to get caught up in the romance, the dress shopping, and the guest lists. However, many people make the...

As we move into the new tax year, we are reminded that 2022/23 may be particularly tough on our finances. It is essential to look ahead and be prepared for...