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This seminar training event is focused on specialist, intermediate areas of law, aimed at training professionals who wish to learn more about legal subjects to broaden their own understanding...
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We explain some of the key words and phrases used in Probate to help cut through legal jargon...
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When you're buying a business, there's lots of things to prepare and think about in advance...
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What happens when a Child Arrangements Order has not been complied with?
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Business networking club event in Leicester...
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The Trusts of Land and Appointment of Trustees Act 1996 sets out the law for property disputes....and a signed Declaration of Trust clarifies ownership entitlement and helps to protect property interests
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Bankruptcy: how does the process of bankruptcy work, what is a statutory demand and which debts are paid first...
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Attending court can be a daunting prospect. We provide practical advice to ensure that your day runs as smoothly as possible.
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Children: Specific Issue Orders and Prohibited Steps Order
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What are the stages of obtaining a court order for children and the role of CAFCASS
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Do you actually need a pre or post-nup agreement? Fiona Wilson sets out what family courts look for in relationship agreements....
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What is a Child Arrangements Order and what does it do?
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Lawson West will be hosting another great quiz evening at Leicester Racecourse on Thursday 7th November in support of LOROS charity...
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Legal Rights of Cohabiting Couples & Financial Support for Children
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Is your divorce the end of your financial commitment to your ex? Do you need a Court Order before you re-marry?
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Senior Associate Solicitor, Sejal Patel, looks at the changes to employment and employment law should Labour win the General Election...
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What is Independent Legal Advice [ILA] and a Certificate of Legal Advice?
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We look at how flexible an employer ought to be to allow staff time off to watch The Euros...
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Homeowners are at risk of fraud scams when payments are made via email, without a verification process....
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We are delighted to announce that Senior Associate Solicitor, Kate Lea, has been promoted to Head of Employment Law.
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We explain the duties required of Executors in managing the maintenance of a deceased person's property...
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What is the cost of a Will, the type of Will, and solicitors / Will professionals who draft it
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Lawson-West Solicitors is proud to sponsor the Leicester Property Face2Face Curry Club, join us and book your place...
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Lawson-West provides FREE Walk-In sessions each week where you can speak to an experienced employment specialist about your employer troubles...
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If you've ever wondered how Heir Hunters determine who is entitled to a share of an inheritance windfall, you won't be surprised to know there are set rules in place. Could you inherit from a family estate? Read our step-by-step guide...
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How to approach a Settlement Agreement negotiation and useful steps you can take...
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We are more than delighted to share our news from LOROS that Lawson-West has just passed its Lifetime Giving Target of £15,000...
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As Fiona Wilson celebrates her second anniversary of being the Head of the Family Department at Lawson-West Solicitors, we thought we would point the spotlight on her and find out what makes Fiona tick.
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If you would like to find out more about Lawson-West Solicitors, you can view our online digital brochure here....
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Our expert Family Law Solicitors are here to help...
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Well done to Beverley Heys, Senior Associate & Team Manager at Lawson-West, who has been nominated for 'Legal Executive Of The Year'!
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Associate Solicitor, Sophie Forsyth, explains the dilemma of people who set up McClure 'family protection trusts', only to find them no longer fit for purpose...
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We look at the possible reasons behind the increase in the number of Neurodiversity Discrimination claims...
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Associate Solicitor Sophie Forsyth looks at whether 'Next of Kin' is a legal concept with any authority...
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What are the obligations for Landlords and Tenants under The Landlord and Tenant Act 1954 when a commercial lease is due to expire? How does Security of Tenure work? Our Litigation & Disputes team explains...
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'The Last Straw' at work could lead to dismissal or your resignation. Director Ashley Hunt looks at the timing of resignation and what constitutes Constructive Dismissal...
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Book now for the Comedy Festival Curry Club special event...
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Our aim is to recognise the hard work and commitment shown by our long-standing colleagues. We believe their dedication to the firm should be celebrated and rewarded!
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Lawson-West Solicitors is delighted to announce Nathan Mee has qualified as a Solicitor...
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We share the latest thinking concerning Japanese Knotweed and how to complete the sellers property information form...
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We're offering a £199 +VAT discounted initial virtual meeting with a dispute resolution expert if booked by the end of January - call us and quote JAN2024
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Our aim is to recognise the hard work, commitment and achievements of our colleagues and we feel this is something to be celebrated!
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How to avoid and steer your way clear of a Personal Dispute this Christmas and towards a resolution for 2024...
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There are 5 Steps to take to Resolve a Commercial Dispute involving your business...
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Our Family Law team lists useful numbers for those who seek relationship and emotional support during the Christmas and New Year period...
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A broken relationship that will not mend - we look at the next steps to think about when you've decided to move away from your relationship
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In this article we look at the instances where you can Contest a Will...
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We outline the law for consumer goods - the Consumer's Rights for buying in shops and buying online. What happens when deliveries are late or broken, or never turn up? What is the law if you change your mind?