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A frying pan, a pre-nup, and a reality check
When Simon Entwistle told a judge he couldn’t even make an omelette, he might have expected sympathy. Instead, he was handed a stark reality check -“Learn.” His claim for a £26,000 annual meal allowance was swiftly dismissed, with the judge making it clear that marrying into wealth doesn....
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The Commercial Property team – how can they help you?
Our Commercial Property team is here to help individuals and businesses achieve their commercial property goals. Whether you are a commercial landlord, tenant, developer, surveyor or agent, Attwaters Jameson Hill’s lawyers can support, advise and work with you to service your commercial property ....
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Changes coming to Business Asset Disposal Relief
What is Business Asset Disposal Relief? Business Asset Disposal Relief (BADR) allows some taxpayers to pay less Capital Gains Tax (CGT) on the sale of certain business assets. With BADR, taxpayers selling all or part of their business currently pay tax at 10% on all gains on qualifyin....
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How to buy a leasehold property in the UK
Anyone who purchases a flat in the UK will likely be acquiring a leasehold property. Some 4.8 million homes in England are leasehold, which equates to about one fifth of the total housing stock. As a leaseholder, you’ll enjoy many of the benefits of owning your own property – but still have cer....
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What are digital assets and why should you include them in your Will?
If you have a social media account, use online banking, or subscribe to a music service such as Spotify, you are the proud owner of a digital asset. But have you included them in your Will? This post explains why it’s essential to create a plan for your digital estate. What are....
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Are you a commercial landlord with a vacant property?
If you walk down your local high street, you might notice an increasing number of empty shops. In fact, over 9% of the UK’s high street units have been vacant for more than a year, partly due to rising rents and the shift towards online shopping. To combat this, the government introduced legislat....
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The AvMA and healthcare support
Recognising the vital role of AvMA in transforming healthcare support. As active volunteers on the helpline, we have witnessed first-hand the invaluable impact of Action against Medical Accidents (AvMA). They provide crucial advice and support to individuals affected by avoidable harm in healthc....
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Successful judicial review of Coroners decision for Attwaters
Another great result for Attwaters Solicitors with the successful judicial review of this clinical negligence case. Attwaters Medical Negligence team represented the family of Gabrielle. In this tragic case, Gabrielle died after using her coat belt as a ligature. This occurred&nbs....
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Early detection and prevention of skin cancer: A life-saving lesson
At Attwaters Solicitors we were so concerned to read a recent article in a national newspaper about a terrible case of misdiagnosed skin cancer. In a shocking turn of events, Kay Wootten, a 57-year-old mother of three from Romford, London, recently discovered that what doctors i....
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Leasehold and Freehold Reform Act: what you need to know
From 3 March 2025, key parts of the Leasehold and Freehold Reform Act 2024 come into effect, making it easier for leaseholders in England and Wales to take control of their buildings through the Right to Manage (RTM). The Government has said these measures are intended to “improve the lives of....
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Foreign assets in a Will – what you need to know
In recent years, it has become increasingly common to own assets in multiple countries. While global diversification can be beneficial to your investment portfolio and estate, dealing with foreign assets in a Will can be complex. At Attwaters, we understand the intricacies of managing foreign asset....
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Amendment to the National Planning Policy Framework
The National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF) is a critical document for anyone involved in development in England. This post details a recent change to the NPPF and explains what it means for development in the grey belt. What is the National Planning Policy Framework? The NPPF sets out ....
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Inquest concludes multiple failings and neglect contributed to death of a patient under section
Mirren Gidda was instructed by Goksel Karova of Attwater Jameson Hill solicitors to represent the family of Margaret Mary Picton, known as Rita, who, in the early hours of 10 September 2022, was taken to Leigh Moss Hospital in Liverpool under section 3 of the Mental Health Act 1983. Rita displayed ....
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Hertfordshire and Essex – thriving business hubs
When producing our Private Wealth Guide, we always enjoy the opportunity to discover more about Essex and Hertfordshire’s thriving business environments – and this year is no exception. Recent data highlights that these two counties continue to play a vital role in the UK’s economic landscape....
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We’ve refreshed our brand!
We are pleased to share that the Attwaters brand has been refreshed, and we have transitioned to LLP status. Our organisation has grown significantly since we started life as Attwater & Liell in 1901. We merged with respected Hertfordshire practice Jameson & Hill in 2012 and then acquire....
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Foreign assets in a Will – what you need to know
In recent years, it has become increasingly common to own assets in multiple countries. While global diversification can be beneficial to your investment portfolio and estate, dealing with foreign assets in a Will can be complex. At Attwaters, we understand the intricacies of managing foreign asset....
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John le Carré’s legacy and the benefits of tax-efficient planning
The Times recently reported that John le Carré’s children have offset their Inheritance Tax bill by donating their late father’s literary archive, valued at £1.5 million, to the University of Oxford’s Bodleian Library. At Attwaters, we believe this is a prime example of the advantages of ef....
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Leaseholders can now extend their lease or buy the freehold without waiting two years
An important development for leaseholders came into effect today (31 January 2025), with the removal of the two-year wait to extend a lease or buy the freehold to your home. This post explains the change under the Leasehold and Freehold Reform Act, and consider what it means for you. How we ....
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The introduction of VAT on private school fees
In the Autumn Budget, Chancellor Rachel Reeves confirmed the government’s plans to end tax breaks on private schools; as of 1 January 2025, the standard 20% VAT rate is applicable on private school fees. This much anticipated reform has sparked concern among parents that they may have to pull the....
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The hidden consequences of lost hospital letters
Attwaters’ Medical Negligence Solicitors report on the Newcastle Hospitals Trust crisis. The Newcastle Hospitals Trust, facing a colossal crisis, failed to dispatch 24,000 critical letters from senior doctors to patients and their GPs. Shockingly this unsettling problem dates back to 201....
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