Blog Articles
When it comes to estate planning, making sure that your wishes are carried out after you die is important. Codicils may seem like an easy option, but they have pitfalls that can make them less favourable compared to making a new Will...
Senior Associate Solicitor, Russell Dowling, explains...
The Civil Procedure Rules provide a Protocol to follow for Professional Negligence claims. Some claims settle early, but others proceed to court. We can help and guide you through the process...
Director & Head of Employment, Vaishali Thakerar, outlines the changes in UK Employment Law which are coming into force in 2024
Head of HR & Operations, Hannah Warren, shares some advice...
Senior Associate Solicitor, Rob Flannagan, explains...
The Government has introduced reforms with the aim of simplifying holiday entitlement and pay calculations in the Working Time Regulations (WTR)
Watch our expert solicitors explain more in this video...
Phoebe Skarlatos, Head of Probate, Wills & Trusts, explains...
There are differences between, and pros and cons with, the two structures; which the buyer and seller should understand before commencing the transaction...
The Ministry of Justice has invited both clients and professionals to share their experiences, shedding light on potential issues within the system...
Watch our Christmas video message... Wishing you a Merry Christmas from everyone at Lawson-West Solicitors!
We have written about this issue before, but it is so important that it certainly deserves a reminder...
Senior Associate Solicitor, Kate Lea, explains...
At Lawson-West we understand that separation can be an extremely anxious time for you. You will undoubtedly have lots of questions and want to talk through your options now and for the future...
The 3rd December 2023 marks the International Day of Disabled Persons. Senior Associate Solicitor, Kate Lea, explains more...
Our Dispute Resolution Team share their thoughts...
Joao Madeira explains how language links with race discrimination and the legal position of prohibiting foreign languages in the workplace...
Senior Associate Solicitor, Kate Lea, shares the good news...
Senior Associate Solicitor, Kate Lea, details the Labour Party’s proposal to double the time limit for bringing an Employment Tribunal claim...
Tis' the season for work Christmas Parties to begin! An important article for Employers...
Inheritance Tax (IHT) is a complex part of estate planning, it is important to understand the basic inheritance allowances. Kay Brown explains...
Kay Brown details 10 Reasons Why you should use a Solicitor to create your Lasting Powers of Attorney (“LPAs”)
Lawson-West Solicitors hosted a Charity Business Quiz at Leicester Racecourse...
Good Luck to everyone attending 'The Business Quiz' on Wednesday 8th November - we are supporting LOROS in this charity quiz evening..
How will climate change affect my property? Director Rebecca Beswick explains...
Uncovering the impact of unqualified advisors in the estate planning sector - comments on the STEP Wills and Trusts Report 2023...
Lawson-West Solicitors has been shortlisted for the 'Solicitor Firm of the Year - Midlands' award at the British Wills and Probate Awards 2023
At our exclusive networking lunch today, we heard the latest news about the development of Leicester City Centre..
To mark Mental Health Awareness Week, we have taken a look at what can be done to promote positive mental health in the workplace. Top tips to help guide you....
“There are a lot of people from the property industry in Leicestershire who are keen to meet face-to-face in great surroundings over an exceptional curry...”
The Met Office has issued weather warnings for snow and ice across the UK - what does this mean for employees who may potentially be affected when trying to work, or travel to work?
Sophie Forsyth is delighted to have successfully completed the STEP Diploma with Distinction and admitted to STEP as a full TEP member...
Lawson-West Solicitors is delighted to announce Harry Mellors has qualified as a Solicitor...
Over the past year, Lawson-West Solicitors has made a concerted effort to ensure that as a firm we were not only supporting each other, but also supporting our community...
We have been going through a cost of living crisis for almost a year, and if you’ve been thinking about making a Will for some time then you may also have been wondering what the process and the cost would be...
The most awaited fixed recoverable costs rules for civil claims that were originally scheduled to come into effect in April 2023 are now due to be rolled out in October 2023...
At Lawson-West Solicitors we are proud to be a member of the National Free Wills Network...
It is believed there could be a third cut on Stamp Duty since the start of the decade...
Lawson-West Solicitors has been shortlisted for the "Outstanding Employee Experience" award at the British Wills and Probate Awards 2022
A new small claims pilot allows the Courts to determine on paper the outcome of the claim, even where parties are not in agreement. Solicitor Madhvi Panchal explains...
What happens when the person who has the authority to deal with the estate is unable to make decisions and carry out their role as an Executor? Solicitor Sophie Forsyth explains...
Special Guardianship Orders: Solicitor Charley Kelly explains...
Solicitor Phoebe Skarlatos explains...
Such change was always going to see a surge in cases – but how many have there actually been?
Grandparents play an important role in the lives of their grandchildren, often being the go-to childcare for working parents and often providing babysitting duties. So what is a grandparent's legal right to contact with their grandchild(ren) if they find themselves in the unfortunate situation of the family breakup?
To remove a child out of the UK without the consent of all people who have Parental Responsibility, is likely to result in criminal abduction proceedings. What you need to know...