The death of a loved one due to a medical or other fatal accident is devastating. It goes without saying that no amount of money can ever compensate the family of the deceased for the tragic death of the loss suffered.
In the past it was common for the same Solicitor to act for both buyer & seller in property transactions, known as ‘dual representation’. It was believed that by doing so would aid communications between a buyer and seller, avoiding duplicity and time wasting, since there is no need for letters and documents to go back and forth.
Back in July 2020 we wrote this blog on the importance of the sibling relationship. The article quotes extensively from the Nuffield foundation research ‘Monk, D. and Macvarish, J. (2018) Siblings, Contact and the Law: An Overlooked Relationship, London: Birkbeck.’ which remains the leading academic study on this topic.
Enquiries are specific questions that relate to the property you are purchasing. Timms Conveyancer, Julie Stewart, discusses the ins and outs of enquiries in her latest blog.
Wills & Probate expert Sara Hilliard discusses the different types of legacies you can leave in your Will and some helpful tips when dealing with somebody's legacy.
Advances in technology and the effects of COVID-19 restrictions have made electronic Wills a lot more feasible. Wills and Probate Solicitor, Charlotte Day, discusses The Law Commission Report on electronic Wills and predatory marriages in her latest blog.
Being a first time buyer is not only a very exciting time in your life but can also be an overwhelming one! At Timms, we aim to make the process as simple and seamless as possible. Once your offer has been accepted, here’s what to do next.
Parents want to know what their rights are in relation to taking children on holiday after separation and whether they need the other parent’s consent...
Although the school summer holidays may seem a long time ago, many parents wish to take their child(ren) on holiday for October half-term and over Christmas. Parents will want to know what their rights are in relation to taking their child(ren) away and whether they need to have the other parent’s consent.
Timms Conveyancer, Shelly Pill discusses what a restrictive covenant is and whether you can remove one in her latest blog.
