Blogs
Why DIY wills are riskier than you think
Drafting your own Will using an online template (or bought from popular high street stationers) may seem quick and cost effective, but the stakes are high, and the complications can be severe. Writing an accurate and enforceable legal document is not a simple task, so it’s no surprise that DIY Wi....
Attwaters’ staff stories – Zoe North
We’re proud to be recognised as a Sunday Times Best Place to Work and Top 10 medium-sized organisation – and it’s all down to our brilliant people. In the latest of our staff stories, we meet Zoe North, a Trainee Solicitor, to find out more about life at Attwaters. Meet Zoe North Zo....
Attwaters’ staff stories – Stephanie Holmes
It was an honour to be recognised by the Sunday Times as one of the best places to work in the UK. What’s more, we were ranked in the Top 10 for medium-sized organisations. So, we’re sitting down with some of our excellent staff members to find out what makes Attwaters such a great workplace. T....
Attwaters’ staff stories – Lauren Jones
In May, we were thrilled to be named one of the Sunday Times Best Places to Work for the second year running. We were also ranked in the Top 10 for medium-sized organisations in the UK. To celebrate, we are introducing you to some of our brilliant team members who share their experience of working ....
Attwaters’ staff stories – Frances Sullivan
We were proud to be named a Sunday Times Best Place to Work for two years in a row. In this blog series, we hear the stories of some of our talented staff, who share what it’s like working for a Top 10 medium-sized organisation. In this edition, we speak with Frances Sullivan, our Senior Finance ....
Attwaters’ staff stories – Dalveen Rattan
Earlier this year, we were delighted to be named a Sunday Times Best Place to Work, so we’re sitting down with some of our staff to hear about their life at Attwaters. In this blog, we meet with Dalveen Rattan, a Senior Paralegal in the Wills, Trusts & Probate team. She explains what it’s l....
Attwaters’ staff stories – Asha Birly
Next up in our ‘staff stories’ series, we meet Asha Birly, our Commercial Property Solicitor. Read on to find out what life is like at Attwaters – a Sunday Times Best Place to Work and Top 10 medium-sized organisation. Meet Asha Birly Asha joined Attwaters in November 2023 because o....
Attwaters’ staff stories – Adele Mann
To celebrate being named a Sunday Times Best Place to Work, we’re shining a spotlight on just some of our excellent staff members. In this edition, we speak to Adele Mann, who has been with the firm for nearly two decades. Read on to find out what makes Attwaters a Top 10 medium-sized workplace. ....
Equity release: why trusted legal advice matters
When you need a large injection of cash, equity release can seem like a quick and easy win. Releasing capital from your family home, however, is a major decision and can come with some high risks. It’s therefore important to seek independent legal advice to protect your interests before signing o....
Equity release can help retirees bridge the pension gap
Nobody wants to be scrimping on life’s essentials during retirement, but this is the financial reality facing many older adults. Research has revealed that 38%1 of future retirees are heading for an income below the recommended minimum living standard based on their pensions and savings alone.....
Equity release: what plan is right for you?
Whether it’s holiday destinations or financial products, we all want choice. More choice, however, can lead to more complexity – especially when you’re making a decision that will impact the rest of your life. When it comes to equity release, there’s a lot of choice. At the start of 2025....
Equity release explained
As interest rates fall and living costs rise, accessing the capital tied up in your home could provide a financial lifeline. According to research by Fairer Finance, 51% of UK households aged 60-plus are expected to require housing wealth to support their spending needs in later life and retirement....
