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ACAS Early Conciliation and the continued rise of the Settlement Agreement
With news that approximately 1,000 individuals per week* have contacted ACAS to discuss free Early Conciliation (EC), the new scheme is off to a flying start. Although initially optional, from 6th May 2014 EC is now mandatory. This means… Read More
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Step-families and Wills
Flexibility is often the key to a successful step-family. But how do you continue to look after all parties when you die? Having a properly drafted will allows you take account of potentially competing interests and look after all… Read More
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Custody, Residence and Child Arrangement Orders
What used to be called Custody and Access orders, which have since been termed Residence and Contact orders, will soon be replaced by Child Arrangements Orders. On 22nd April 2014, the Children and Families Act 2014 will replace the… Read More
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Emsleys is proud to sponsor the Garforth junior football team
Emsleys Solicitors has become a proud sponsor of the Garforth Rangers under 11 boys team. Read More
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Simple Guide to Conveyancing
Take a look at the latest post on our Emsleys Estate Agency blog, where Adam Dawson from the Property Team has put together a simple guide to conveyancing. If you have any questions about our buying or selling a house, please do not… Read More
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The Help to Buy scheme in a nutshell
The Help to Buy scheme has been in place for 12 months now, but I frequently get asked to explain what it is and how it works. To help address some of the common questions I am asked about the scheme I've put together a guide to Help to… Read More
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Thinking about taking out a joint ownership mortgage?
With the increasing costs of living and the high property prices, 'standard' mortgages are becoming increasingly difficult for first time buyers to obtain. One alternative is to consider co-ownership. I've written a blog post on joint… Read More
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Is a Pre-Nuptial agreement legally binding and should I get one?
Historically, family lawyers may have answered these two questions with 'no' and then 'what's the point'? In the past few years however, case law has developed such that pre-nuptial agreements have become more enforceable, subject to… Read More
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Equity Release - the Pros and Cons
Have you reached that time in your life when your savings have dwindled, money is tight and you need a cash lump sum or source of income? This could be for a variety of reasons: essential repairs to your property, a Pension… Read More
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The privilege of insurance?
Recent PR statements from insurance industry spokesmen have given the impression the insurance industry is swamped with fraudulent and exaggerated claims and that they are manfully manning the barricades fighting for morality and justice.… Read More
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Emsleys aims to tackle “scourge” of unregulated will-writers
Our online ReviewMyWill service aims to help anyone whose will may be out of date or unclear. Read More
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Emsleys awarded membership to the Law Society’s Wills and Inheritance Quality Scheme
Emsleys receives recognition by the Law Society for client service, transparency in process, costs and communication. Read More