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Selling a property quickly to get out of a mortgage

Rising interest rates have dominated the headlines recently, with the Bank of England estimating a million households could see their monthly mortgage repayments increase by £500 over the next three years. If you are affected, you may even be thinking about giving up your property so you will no longer have the burden of a mortgage.

Living Together Without Marrying - Know Your Rights

Helen Lennon
4 Nov 2023
Law Blog
Divorce & Separation News and Legal Updates

Are you buying a house with your partner? Maybe you have made the decision not to marry, or to save for a wedding once you are on the housing ladder? Have you been living together for many years in a house owned solely in your partner’s name? If any of these apply to you, then this is a must-read article to understand your rights.

X-Ray / Radiology Negligence – When a Radiologist Makes a Mistake

When a radiologist incorrectly interprets an x-ray or other medical image or scan, it can result in a harmful misdiagnosis that can compromise a person’s health and overall wellbeing. Read more from Medical Negligence advisor Ben Cowling.

How To Exit Your Business - Option 2 Management Buy-Out (MBO)

The pandemic accelerated an already growing number of business owners considering an exit from their companies – whether for reasons of work-life balance or simply a desire to change industry or location. In his latest series of articles, Corporate Partner Euan McLaughlin, looks at some of the exit routes available to business owners.

Buying a Property with a Roof Terrace or Balcony

A home with outside space appeals to many of us, but it may be hard to find somewhere affordable with a garden and, even then, you may not want the responsibility of its upkeep. A balcony or roof terrace could give you that much coveted al fresco space without the maintenance headache.

Arrangements for Children Post Separation

Jessica Firth-Brown
17 Oct 2023
Law Blog
Divorce & Separation News and Legal Updates
Family Emergency

The Children Act 1989 sets out the three main Orders a parent may apply for following a relationship breakdown. These are a Child Arrangements Order, Specific Issue Order and Prohibited Steps Order.