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Buying shares in a business – what to look out for

Investment in, or the acquisition of, another business may be part of your business growth strategy; especially if you operate in the same market or supply chain. Acquiring a slice of the pie (or the whole pie!) through a purchase of shares is one way to achieve this.   Whether
Categories:  Business, Employment, Employment Law, News
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The advantages of mediation to resolve a family dispute

‘All conflicts are capable of peaceful resolution,’ said Nelson Mandela, although it may be hard to envisage this when you are in the middle of a family dispute arising from a relationship breakdown.  It is important to remember that family connections can rarely be completely severed, especially if children are
Categories:  Children, Marriage, Matrimonial, News

Business planning and the importance of making a will

A will is an important part of everybody’s legal planning no matter your circumstances, but for anyone who is in business a well written will is vital to ensure the minimum disruption after your death.   ‘Whether you are a sole practitioner, a partner in a partnership, or a director
Categories:  Later Life Planning, News, Wills & Probate

Can a fraudster really steal a house?

A solid building, made of bricks and mortar, seems an unlikely target for thieves. For most of us our homes evoke a powerful sense of security; ‘safe as houses’ as the old saying goes. But the facts tell a different story, as there has been an exponential growth in property
Categories:  News, Residential Property
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Key lease negotiation points for landlords

Whether negotiating a new commercial lease, or renegotiating an existing one, it is important to plan ahead and be clear about your desired outcomes and where you have flexibility to compromise.   ‘Your negotiating position will be influenced by the attractiveness of your property, competition and market conditions,’ says Edward
Categories:  Commercial Property, News, Residential Property