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Changes on the Horizon for Landlords and Tenants | The Renters’ Rights Bill 2024

Robert Pearson
4 Oct 2024
Law Blog
Corporate & Commercial
Commercial Litigation & Dispute Resolution

The Renters' Rights Bill 2024 has now been published. Although the two Bills may appear similar at first glance, there are some key differences which should be noted by both landlords and tenants.

Divorce – What Are the First Steps?

Separating from a partner can be a challenging experience and you may have fears about your financial security for the future and the arrangements for your children.

School holiday arrangements to sort? | Why your first step should be Family Mediation if you are a separated parent

It feels like the children have only just gone back to school after the summer holidays, but October half term is fast approaching and if you are a separated parent with plans for the next break – or even Christmas - which need agreeing with your child(ren)’s other parent, NOW is the time to sort things out.

Family Members - Negative Assessments in Care Proceedings

It is not necessarily common knowledge that family members of children in care proceedings may be entitled to legal aid. If there are ongoing Court proceedings and Children’s Services have undertaken an assessment of you that you are unhappy with, you are entitled to challenge that assessment and may be eligible for legal aid to allow you to be legally represented in the proceedings.

What Am I Entitled to on Divorce?

When facing divorce proceedings, whether as the one filing for divorce or the respondent, one of the most concerning issues will be the financial settlement. Divorce can be a costly process – understanding your rights and entitlements in advance can be helpful to ensure that you understand what you are entitled to and how best to achieve this.

Pre-nuptial Agreements in the UK

A pre-nuptial agreement (often known as a pre-nup or pre-marital agreement) is a contract entered into by yourself and your partner prior to getting married.