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A Will is probably one of the most important documents you can have. And it’s the only way to make sure that your assets are shared according to your wishes after your death. Here’s 10 reasons why making a Will is a good idea: It’s the only way you can choose what happens with your estate – this includes any property you own, finance and possessions. If you don’t have a Will it might mean that the people you want to inherit your estate end up with nothing. A Will helps to speed up the probate process by letting the...
This newsletter covers: Vaccination and employment Asymptomatic testing Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme PPE for gig workers Gender reassignment Due to the changing landscape of Covid-19 the following information is accurate up to date today however, the information may change due to the fast moving government policy on this. Vaccination and Employment The UK’s vaccination programme is the way out of the pandemic although of course social distancing, mask wearing and PPE are going to be with us for some time yet. But what about employees who refuse to be vaccinated and their refusal is not based on valid medical grounds?...
If you need advice on coping with relationship issues during lockdown or how to progress separation proceedings during lockdown, our family law specialist Lisa Cogger is here to share her guidance. Many things can cause the breakdown of a relationship, but ultimately it comes down to a negative strain between family members. We’ve seen increasing divorce rates across the globe as the effects of the coronavirus pandemic hit us all with demands on our mental, emotional and physical health. Why are divorce rates increasing? As record numbers of people have filed for a divorce throughout the pandemic it’s clear to...
Collaborative law is an alternative to mediation. It is a legal process which involves two parties signing a contract to bind each other to work together on a settlement. For example, it allows couples who’ve decided to separate or end their marriage to work with a trained professional to avoid court proceedings. This voluntary process helps both parties to settle disputes fairly and out of court and can be used to cover a wide range of disputes including between parents. The nature of collaborative law makes it widely associated with use in family settings. What’s the difference between collaborative...
Dispute resolution can be a helpful tool for a wide range of disputes including those involving landlord and tenant agreements, trusts, contentious probate, and contractual matters. There are many ways that legal issues can be handled, and it can become very expensive to take disputes through a Court of Law. Dispute resolution is often used as a quicker, simpler approach to reaching an appropriate outcome. Our Assistant Solicitor, Rhiannon Moody works in our Litigation Department focusing on dispute resolutions. Here’s some important information she thinks you should know. What is dispute resolution? Dispute resolution deals with civil matters and is...
We’re excited to announce two new appointments at Bowcock & Pursaill – Assistant Solicitor Rhiannon Moody and Paralegal Emily Lowe. Emily’s role will focus on supporting personal cases while Rhiannon will work with a mixture of personal and business issues in the Litigation Department. Emily will assist the team on matters of Will drafting, preparing Lasting Powers of Attorney, Probate and Court of Protection. She said: “In my role I’ll ensure that clients have their affairs in order. Bowcock & Pursaill have a really great long-standing reputation and as soon as an opportunity arose for me to become a part...
Family law includes child custody, separation, parental rights, and pre/post-nuptial agreements, the legal advice we offer to families covers these topics and more. We are proud to be a leading Staffordshire family law organisation. Our family and matrimonial law team is experienced in handling a range of issues that can arise from separation or family breakdowns. The team stays up to date with latest family law advances and acts as a beacon of hope during a stressful time. Here, the team share three family law FAQs to help shed some light on the key themes. What do I need to...
A divorce or separation is inevitably an emotional and difficult time for all involved. For children, it can bring about feelings of uncertainty, confusion, stress, and worry. But, with consideration and parental support, many children can navigate a challenging situation in the best way possible. Associate Solicitor and family law specialist Lisa Cogger discusses how to prevent children from suffering during a relationship breakdown. One of the most frequently asked questions from separating and divorcing couples is: how can we protect the children? Although your relationship is ending, you’ll continue to be parents. So planning how you’ll navigate the separation...
House sales in the UK have increased following the introduction of a stamp duty holiday during the current global pandemic. This was introduced earlier in the year with a view to protecting jobs in the housing sector and the associated supply chains. The increase in sales of residential property has helped protect more than three quarters of a million jobs in the sector during uncertain times, and the scheme is set to continue through to March 2021. When the scheme draws to an end next year, it’s expected that house sales will involve a certain level of tension as house...
Founded in 1927, Bowcock & Pursaill has been our clients’ number one choice for solicitors in Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire and Cheshire for almost 100 years. We also act on behalf of clients throughout the country.
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