When making a Power of Attorney, you need to think carefully about who you appoint to act for you. This is a crucial decision, as the individual(s) you appoint will have significant legal authority and responsibility over important aspects of your life. There are many qualities...
If your tenant defaults on the rent or breaches their commercial lease in some other way, you may be able to call on a former tenant or a guarantor to pay arrears or remedy breaches. This will only be possible if you follow the correct...
You may already have been asked to act as an Executor or you may only find out you have been appointed after your relative, loved one or friend has passed away. Being an Executor is a responsible job and it is always better to ask...
What are the Different Types of Lasting Powers of Attorney? You may have heard about Lasting Powers of Attorney (LPA), but did you know there are two main types, each serving a distinct purpose and granting specific decision-making powers to the appointed attorney? The differing types of LPA...
In the UK anyone can legally draft a Will document. This means someone with no legal qualifications or experience in this area of law can set up in business and offer the provisions of Will preparation services. This unregulated area of law is to be...
Today the Statutory Legacy which is payable on an intestacy is increasing to £322,000. We asked Jo Caddoo, our Partner, and Head of the Private Client team what this means in practice and why you need to consider what this may mean for you and your...
Turnover rents are increasingly common in retail lettings. In challenging times, they appeal to tenants because both the landlord and tenant share the risk of trade being adversely affected by the state of the wider economy. Landlords would prefer a guaranteed fixed rent but may...
Recently in the news we have seen that the Telegraph Media Group has run into some trouble with meeting its’ financial obligations. We spoke with our Commercial Litigation Partner, Stuart Love, for his expert advice on how to prevent your business from facing the same...
Time to move business premises? Read our article by Kam Vara, Partner, at Rollasons Solicitors for his expert on advice on exercising your break clause correctly so that you aren't left with unexpected bills. Exercising a break clause – top tips for commercial tenants If you are...
If you own a commercial property which is larger than you need, selling part of it could be a good way to release value. Before you start, it is vital to have a clear idea of how the division will work from a practical point...
