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Lessons Learned from the Agriculture Act 2020: One Year On

Lessons Learned from the Agriculture Act 2020: One Year On

The Agriculture Act 2020 marked one of the most significant reforms to UK farming and tenancy law in recent years.…
08 Sep 2025
Occupation Orders Explained

Occupation Orders Explained

An Occupation Order is a type of court order under the Family Law Act 1996 that sets out who can…
14 Aug 2025
A Step-by-Step Guide to Remortgaging

A Step-by-Step Guide to Remortgaging

Remortgaging is a common part of home ownership, but many homeowners are unsure about when it might be the right…
13 Aug 2025
The Importance of Reviewing a Nuptial Agreement

The Importance of Reviewing a Nuptial Agreement

Nuptial agreements whether prenuptial (made before marriage) or postnuptial (made after tying the knot) are invaluable tools for couples to…
06 Aug 2025
The importance of financial disclosure in nuptial agreements and on divorce – lessons from Helliwell v Entwistle

The importance of financial disclosure in nuptial agreements and on divorce – lessons from Helliwell v Entwistle

A recent Court of Appeal decision has reignited discussion around a cornerstone of family law: full and frank financial disclosure.…
01 Aug 2025
Landlord overcharging a commercial Tenant by way of commissions

Landlord overcharging a commercial Tenant by way of commissions

The Court has found in favour of the commercial tenant in the case of London Trocadero (2015) LLP v Picturehouse…
29 Jul 2025
Understanding Name Changes: Deed Poll or Change of Name Deed

Understanding Name Changes: Deed Poll or Change of Name Deed

When deciding to officially change your name, you might come across terms like “Deed Poll” and “Change of Name Deed.”…
16 Jul 2025
Bona Vacantia List – What It Is and Why Its Removal Matters

Bona Vacantia List – What It Is and Why Its Removal Matters

If someone in England or Wales dies without leaving a Will and with no obvious next of kin, what happens…
15 Jul 2025
Key Considerations When Extending Residential Leases

Key Considerations When Extending Residential Leases

Extending a residential lease can be a complex process with significant legal and financial implications. Understanding the key considerations is…
04 Jul 2025
Supreme Court hands down final Judgment in Standish v Standish – what does this mean for divorce settlements and pre-marital wealth?

Supreme Court hands down final Judgment in Standish v Standish – what does this mean for divorce settlements and pre-marital wealth?

In an earlier blog, we looked at the high-profile divorce case of Standish v Standish, a legal battle over whether…
02 Jul 2025