Writing a Will or Power of Attorney can sometimes be a daunting time and many families come along to an appointment to support a loved one, only to find themselves being left in a waiting room. There are lots of reasons why you might be asked to leave a meeting or stay in a waiting room whilst a relative is seen alone by their lawyer. Here are some of the common reasons your relative might need to be seen alone.

The ongoing saga of Aretha Franklin’s estate raises two keys points that any person who is creating a Will should keep in the forefront of their mind; How do I make sure my Will is valid? and How do I make sure my Will is found?

If you’re a motorcycle rider you’ll know only too well how vulnerable you can be on British roads. It’s an extremely unfortunate situation, that motorcycle accidents have become a common occurrence on our roads, whether those are city streets or country lanes. These accidents happen more frequently than you might imagine and dealing with their aftermath can often feel overwhelming.

Motorcycle accidents can take a toll in more ways than one. They're don’t just involve physical injuries, but they can be psychologically and emotionally draining as well. In addition, when it comes to looking to claim compensation for an accident that wasn’t your fault, they come with a suite of complex legal implications that can feel a bit like a jigsaw puzzle. This is even more draining when you're already having to deal with managing your recovery.

When faced with a legal issue, the last thing you should be worried about is your financial situation. This is where a “no win, no fee” arrangement can be valuable in ensuring you receive what you are entitled to. Here is how no win, no fees cases work, and how they can help you.

With the shocking news that Fiona Phillips at the age of 62 has been diagnosed with early onset Alzheimer’s, a question that I am asked often in my job is when is a good time to be thinking about Lasting Powers of Attorney?

The short answer is as soon as possible!

Communicating with your ex-partner is never something that is easy after you have separated. Conversations can sometimes be tense, emotional and draining. Most people’s instinct is to cut all ties but this is often not possible if you share children with your ex. This makes communication essential but nonetheless daunting for many.

It is common for a Will to state that all or part of estate is left to ‘my children’ or ‘such of my children who survive me’ but has this phrasing become old-fashioned? Does ‘my children’ accurately reflect the individuals that you wish to inherit from your estate or is this an example of the law failing to appreciate the modern family?

When a relationship breaks down, how any joint property should be treated is often the last thing to come to mind. However, disputes as to how this property – which is usually the family home - should be treated can crop up in a variety of ways and it is important that both parties understand their rights and obligations.

The main purpose of a Will is so you can choose who should inherit from your estate. Dealing with the affairs of a loved one who has died can be an incredibly difficult time and therefore to make this job as easy and as stress free as possible for those left behind, the best thing you can do is to ensure you have a Will in place.

Currently, to let a commercial property, the rating must be an EPC E or above. This has been the case since 1 April 2018 as the PRS Regulations 2015 made it unlawful for Landlords to grant a new tenancy of a property with an EPC below E in scope with the Minimum Energy Efficiency Standards (hereinafter called ‘MEES’). That is, unless an exemption applies and has been validly registered.

If you or your spouse own a business whether in a sole name or in joint names, it is likely to form a key part of financial proceedings should the two of you separate.

Shuttle mediation is a powerful and flexible method of resolving disputes that has gained increasing popularity in recent years. As one of the top law firms in the area, Nash & Co’s experienced Dispute Resolution lawyers understand the value of this innovative approach and they specialise in Arbitration and Mediation. In this article, we’ll delve into the fascinating world of shuttle mediation, exploring its key features, benefits, and potential applications in conflict resolution.

For the first time ever, journalists will now be allowed to attend and report on cases in the Family Courts in a new pilot scheme covering specific cases in Leeds, Carlisle and Cardiff. The pilot scheme started on 30 January 2023 and only accredited journalists and legal bloggers will be allowed to attend and report on family cases.

McClure Solicitors went into administration in April 2021 and many ex-clients are now concerned about the legal documents they prepared previously through McClures. We have been actively helping a number of ex-clients of McClure Solicitors where, upon the advice of McClures, “Family Protection Trusts” were put in place and these types of legal documents in particular may not have been in the best interests of those clients

There are two types of Lasting Powers of Attorney (LPAs). One allows your attorney(s) to make decisions about your property & financial affairs and the other allows your attorney(s) to make decisions about your health and welfare.

A recent Court of Appeal decision has highlighted how strictly the courts can view compliance with contractual and statutory conditions when serving notices.

Recently, there has been a big announcement relating to a change to the Government Help to Buy (Equity Loan) Scheme's deadline

If you are a First Time Buyer looking to purchase a new build property in England and Wales, you will have almost certainly heard of the Government’s Help to Buy Equity Loan Scheme.

If you’ve slipped or tripped at work, you might think that it was just an accident and you can’t do anything about it. However, most slipping and tripping accidents can be easily prevented. Your employer has a duty to implement the right safety procedures to protect you.

Over the last few months, we’ve been making some changes here at Nash & Co Solicitors. Some big, some small, but all of them have been done with the environment in mind. We’re very conscious that as a business, we have a responsibility to do what we can to reduce our impact on the environment and at the same time, enhance our sustainability as a firm. We also need to do what we can to encourage others to do the same.