Emsleys Blog

Once upon a time, women were unable to qualify as solicitors. It sounds like a fairy tale, but it was only in 1919 (just one hundred years ago!) that the Sex Disqualification (Removal) Act was passed, allowing pioneering women to… Read More

Taking care of the environment by reducing our reliance on fossil fuels has been a major focus in recent years. If you’re looking to buy a house, you may be looking for a property with a good energy efficiency rating. There may also be a… Read More

We’re very proud to be celebrating a unique long-service award. Solicitor John Field has become our longest-serving team member, reaching 50 years’ long-service this February. John joined Emsleys (which was then known as Emsleys… Read More

Executors are the individuals named in a Will to deal with the administration of the estate.   Executors will apply for a Grant of Probate (if required), collect and/or sell assets, settle any liabilities (debts) and… Read More

Online retail giants are transforming the way we shop. We can buy almost anything online 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, and next day – or even same day – delivery is fast becoming the norm. However, most of us do not stop to consider… Read More

What better day than Valentine’s Day to write about marrying abroad? If you’re dreaming of a sunnier (or snowier!) location for your nuptials instead of the British Isles, you need to make sure you’re organised in advance. Foreign… Read More

Following a landmark report by Taskforce for Lung Health at the end of 2018, respiratory disease has been made a priority on NHS England’s long-term plan. The Taskforce reviewed evidence submitted by health professionals,… Read More

It’s the first day of February and the weather has definitely turned, with snow and ice affecting driving conditions across the UK. Unfortunately road traffic accidents are more common at this time of year, so we’ve put together some… Read More

If you need a document authenticating or legalising for use abroad, you will require a notary public. A notary public is an internationally recognised qualified lawyer. Notaries often also practise as solicitors – our notary public… Read More

We’re delighted to be attending the British Thoracic Oncology Group (BTOG) 2019 conference in Dublin this week. Partner Phillip Gower, solicitor Rebecca Ryan and solicitor Sarah Nightingale from our Asbestos and Occupational Disease… Read More

On a recent visit to the National Coal Mining Museum a retired miner told me the whole of Yorkshire is held up by steel props. Given the extent of coal mining during and after the industrial revolution this may not be as far fetched as it… Read More

The Ministry of Justice is celebrating the results from a £1bn investment to introduce new technology into the court system. Online divorce was one of several services introduced in the last 12 months. This was in response to… Read More