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Image-based Abuse and Online Leaking

Image-based Abuse and Online Leaking

What remedies are available for victims of image-based abuse? The rise of mobile phones has led to a proliferation of intimate images being shared online without the consent of the individuals in them in what is known as image-based abuse – or, more colloquially,...

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Introduction to Dogs at Work Policy

Introduction to Dogs at Work Policy

As a matter of law employers must give employees employment contracts which cover the key terms of the employment relationship.  As a matter of good practice, and often a resource that can save a dispute from arising or provide the best framework for resolving a...

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Introduction to Data Protection Policy

Introduction to Data Protection Policy

As a matter of law employers must give employees employment contracts which cover the key terms of the employment relationship.  As a matter of good practice, and often a resource that can save a dispute from arising or provide the best framework for resolving a...

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Introduction to Adoption Policy

Introduction to Adoption Policy

As a matter of law employers must give employees employment contracts which cover the key terms of the employment relationship. As a matter of good practice, and often a resource that can save a dispute from arising or provide the best framework for resolving a...

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What is a Legacy in a Will & the Types of Legacy Gifts

What is a Legacy in a Will & the Types of Legacy Gifts

What is a Legacy in a Will A legacy is term used to describe a gift - that is, something which is specifically assigned to an individual and named as such in a Will. This could be a fixed sum of money or an item of personal property that you wish to see gifted to a...

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‘Caveats’ and preventing a grant of probate

‘Caveats’ and preventing a grant of probate

Are you a named executor in a Will – or administrator if no Will – but are being “left out of the loop” for no good reason? Is there a dispute about who can apply for probate, or about the existence or legality of a Will? If so, it may be necessary to challenge...

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Joint Tenants or Tenants in Common?

Joint Tenants or Tenants in Common?

There are two different ways of owing a property jointly: as joint tenants or as tenants in common. Joint tenants If you own a property as joint tenants, the co-owners own the whole property together and neither owner has a specific share. When the property is sold...

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Mortgages in later life and after retirement

Mortgages in later life and after retirement

Contrary to popular belief, it is possible to secure a mortgage once retired or over the age of 60. However, aside from the usual risks associated with obtaining a mortgage, there are a number of extra considerations that retirees or borrowers in later life should...

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What Happens if a named Executor Becomes Incapacitated?

What Happens if a named Executor Becomes Incapacitated?

The role of being Executor to a Will is a big responsibility and requires a high duty of care in managing and protecting the deceased’s estate. But what happens when the individual named as Executor for a Will loses mental capacity themselves and can no longer fulfil...

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Whistleblowing Policy

Whistleblowing Policy

SHAREThis Insight is #13 in our Employment Handbook series, keep an eye out for more.Whistleblowing Policy An individual blows the whistle when they report or expose wrongdoing to another individual within their business or they report it externally,...

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Sickness Absence Policies

Sickness Absence Policies

SHAREThis Insight is #11 in our Employment Handbook series, keep an eye out for more.Sickness Absence Policy Both long-term and short-term sickness absence can be very disruptive to a business, and they can adversely affect productivity.  Although...

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Employee Holiday Policies

Employee Holiday Policies

SHAREThis Insight is #8 in our Employment Handbook series, keep an eye out for more.Holidays Policy Employers aren’t required by law to have a Holidays Policy, but it’s a good idea for employers of all sizes to have such a policy.  The holidays law...

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UK Company Dress Code Policy

UK Company Dress Code Policy

SHAREThis Insight is #5 in our Employment Handbook series, keep an eye out for more. Although a dress code policy is not required by law for UK companies, it’s good practice to create policies that may save a dispute from arising, or just simply to...

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Compassionate Leave Entitlement

Compassionate Leave Entitlement

SHAREThis Insight is #4 in our Employment Handbook series, keep an eye out for more.Understanding Compassionate Leave Entitlement as an Employer and EmployeeWhat is Compassionate Leave? Compassionate leave is when an employee takes time off work in...

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Creating a Company Expense Policy in the UK

Creating a Company Expense Policy in the UK

SHAREThis Insight is #3 in our Employment Handbook series, keep an eye out for more. A company expenses policy is advisable for UK businesses that need to reimburse employees that pay out of pocket for business related goodies, but what is paid for...

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Anti-corruption and Bribery Policies

Anti-corruption and Bribery Policies

SHAREThis Insight is #2 in our Employment Handbook series, keep an eye out for more.Anti-corruption and Bribery Policy It’s illegal for employers and their employees to accept or make gifts, payments or incentives to gain extra business.  Business...

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Adverse Weather & Travel Disruption Policy

Adverse Weather & Travel Disruption Policy

SHAREThis Insight is #1 in our Employment Handbook series, keep an eye out for more. Winter weather can cause major travel disruptions, which might prevent employees getting to work. There can also be other situations that cause disruption, such as...

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Securing your Digital Afterlife

Securing your Digital Afterlife

SHAREWe all like photos and for over 100 years they’ve served to preserve those poignant moments and important memories. While things may have moved on considerably technology wise, photos continue to play a huge sentimental role in our lives. We...

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Our Whiting Street Branch is Now Open!

Our Whiting Street Branch is Now Open!

SHARE An office in the heart of Bury St Edmunds We’re proud to announce that we’ve recently opened another office in the heart of Bury St. Edmunds on Whiting Street. Some might say its excessive to have two offices in Bury St. Edmunds but we wanted...

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Who is Entitled to See a Copy of a Will?

Who is Entitled to See a Copy of a Will?

SHAREFor more information about who is entitled to see your Will get in touch with our Private Client team on 01284 767766.Who is Entitled to See a Copy of a Will? Wills are a legal way to ensure that your estate is distributed according with the...

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Leaving a Gift to Charity in Your Will

Leaving a Gift to Charity in Your Will

SHAREFor more information about leaving a gift to charity in your Will get in touch with our Private Client team today on 01284 767766Leaving a charitable legacy in your Will is becoming more popular, with 19% of UK charity donors choosing to leave a...

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What happens to my Digital Assets if I die?

What happens to my Digital Assets if I die?

SHARENow, more than ever before, life is captured and stored in and across various digital assets - from social media accounts to email accounts, photo storage accounts and more. But what happens to those digital files and assets when you die? For...

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Remote Witnessing of Wills

Remote Witnessing of Wills

SHAREFor more information about the changes made to your options when creating a Will get in touch with our Private Client Team today on 01284 767766.Remote witnessing of Wills has been extended until 31st January 2024 – but was it necessary? Zoom,...

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Who gets the kids when we’re gone?

Who gets the kids when we’re gone?

SHAREFor more information on who will raise your children should you die get in touch with our Private Client team today on 01284 767766.Nearly two-thirds of adults don’t have a Will – this can mean when you die, your property and money could end up...

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A Good Divorce?

A Good Divorce?

SHAREFor more information on how to best to accomplish having a ‘Good Divorce’, get in touch with our Family & Relationships team today on 01284 767766.Each year Resolution, a national family law association committed to promoting amicable...

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Living Together Myths

Living Together Myths

SHAREFor more information on the facts and myths about co-habitation get in touch with our team today on 01284 767766. We have offices in Bury St. Edmunds, Sudbury and London and would love to give you the clarity and understanding you need.According...

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Blended Families

Blended Families

SHAREFor more information on how to overcome the difficulties of ‘blended’ families, get in touch with our Family & Relationships team today on 01284 767 766‘Blended’ families are becoming increasingly common as couples who have children from...

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Are you ever too young to make a Will?

Are you ever too young to make a Will?

SHAREFor more information on the benefits of having a Will contact our Private Client team today on 01284 767 766Today I saw a 24 year old client who came into the office to sign her Will and she told me that when she had mentioned to her friends...

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How to recover a trade debt

How to recover a trade debt

SHAREFor more information on how we can support you in the recovery of a trade debt contact our company commercial Law team today on 01284 767766.Most, if not all, businesses will need to pursue an unpaid invoice at some time. This checklist...

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Lasting Powers of Attorney (LPAs)

Lasting Powers of Attorney (LPAs)

SHAREBe in control of what happens to you. Want to create a Lasting Power of Attorney? Contact our Private Client team today to arrange a no charge consultation 01284 767766.An LPA is a legal document that lets you (the ‘donor’) appoint one or more...

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Business Lasting Powers of Attorney

Business Lasting Powers of Attorney

SHAREMitigating disruption and crisis management We’d recommend always having a contingency plan in place especially when considering business assets. Should you ever be in a situation where you can’t make important decisions who have you appointed...

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Company Formation

Company Formation

SHARECompany formation or company registration is the process of incorporating your new company with Companies House. Completing this process means your business becomes an independent legal entity. This means the company will be seen as separate...

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Living Together Agreements

Living Together Agreements

SHARECohabiting CouplesFor more information on how to create a Living Together or Cohabitation Agreement and your options contact our Family and Relationships team today to arrange an initial consultation 01284 767766.What is a living together...

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Advanced Statements and Decisions

Advanced Statements and Decisions

SHAREDocumenting your wishesIf you would like more information on how you can ensure your wishes are followed should anything happen, contact our Private Client team for an initial consultation on 01284 767766.What is an Advance Decision? An Advance...

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Prenuptial Agreements

Prenuptial Agreements

SHAREWhy everyone should have oneWe recommend everyone entering into a prenuptial agreement before entering into a marriage or civil partnership. For more information on how to create the right agreement for you and your partner contact our Family...

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Selling a Business

Selling a Business

SHARELegal issues to consider This checklist sets out the legal issues to consider when selling a business. You should always take legal advice at the start of any sale. If you would like further advice on selling a business and the process or...

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Tenant and Landlord Break Clauses

Tenant and Landlord Break Clauses

SHARECommercial PropertyFor more information on commercial property leases and your options as a Landlord or Tenant, contact our Commercial Property Law team today on 01284 767766.Break clauses in leases… What is a break clause? A break clause can be...

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What is the cost of moving home?

What is the cost of moving home?

SHAREWhether you’re buying your first or dream home, for more information on the costs associated with buying or selling contact our Conveyancing team today on 01284 767 766Buying a Property When buying a home, the standard costs you can expect to...

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Contract Negotiations: Key Issues

Contract Negotiations: Key Issues

SHAREContract Negotiation ChecklistOur Business Law team have experience dealing with complex commercial contracts and negotiations. Contact our team today to discuss your situation in more detail on 01284 767766.This checklist highlights the key...

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Pensions and Divorce Guide

Pensions and Divorce Guide

SHAREPension sharing on divorce Pensions are a very important part of any financial settlement. If you have questions regarding your finances and how they will be affected during divorce proceedings. Contact our Family and Relationships team on 01284...

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A Quick Guide to Disciplinaries

A Quick Guide to Disciplinaries

SHAREIf you have a difficult situation and you think you may need to discipline an employee, then don’t hesitate to call our HR and Employment Law team on 01284 767766 for a chat and some guidance. In the meantime, you can read the following useful...

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Guide to Making a Will

Guide to Making a Will

SHAREWe believe everyone should have a Will. We have created our own Wills preparation system making the process easier for our clients. Our team offer Wills and Probate services across Suffolk, Norfolk, Cambridgeshire and Essex. We are experienced...

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Employee use of Social Media

Employee use of Social Media

SHARESocial Media Policy ChecklistYour employees can really help your business and raise your profile by posting on social media. But they can also have a negative impact on your brand if you’re not careful. If you have any queries about your...

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Quick Guide to Managing Sickness Absence

Quick Guide to Managing Sickness Absence

SHAREIf you have a challenge with an employee on sickness absence, or if you think one may be looming then don’t hesitate to call our HR and Employment Law team on 01284 767766 for a chat and some guidance. You might find the following a useful...

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A Quick Guide to Investigations

A Quick Guide to Investigations

SHARECarrying out an internal investigationIf you have a difficult situation and you think you might need to investigate an employee’s misconduct, then don’t hesitate to call our HR and Employment Law team on 01284 767766 for a chat and some...

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Trading Entities – What Should You Be?

Trading Entities – What Should You Be?

SHAREIf you have started or considering starting a business and would like to discuss your options in greater detail, do not hesitate to contact our Business Law team today and arrange a consultation on 01284 767766.Starting a business can be a...

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Intestacy Rules

Intestacy Rules

SHAREWhat happens if I die without a Will?Don’t leave it to chance, for more information on creating the right Will which protects your final wishes contact our team and avoid the consequences of intestacy on 01284 767766.If you die without leaving a...

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Breaching Terms of a Consent Order

Breaching Terms of a Consent Order

SHAREMatrimonial FinancesHas my ex breached the Consent Order? As soon as an Order has been approved and sealed by a Judge it becomes legally binding on both you and your ex and you should both comply with the terms of the Order. This includes...

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Recruitment Checklist for Employers

Recruitment Checklist for Employers

SHAREIt’s in the best interest of your company to have a clear recruitment or equality policy so you and your staff can follow the policy as set. If you have a recruitment or equality policy and you want to deviate from it, then you’ll need to be...

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Inheritance Tax and Tax Efficient Wills

Inheritance Tax and Tax Efficient Wills

SHAREMaking the most of your EstateInheritance Tax legislation is constantly changing and it is as important as ever to ensure that your loved ones are adequately provided for in your Will. Making a Will can help to ensure that your estate pays as...

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Accredited Wills and Probate Solicitors

Accredited Wills and Probate Solicitors

SHAREProud members of The Law Society’s Wills and Inheritance Quality Scheme (WIQS) We’re delighted to be an accredited member of The Law Society’s Wills and Inheritance Quality Scheme (WIQS). This scheme ensures we follow best practices and...

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Quality Assured Conveyancers

Quality Assured Conveyancers

SHAREProud members of The Law Society's Conveyancing Quality SchemeWe’re proud members of The Law Society’s Conveyancing Quality Scheme (CQS). This scheme acknowledges firms who achieve the quality standard for delivering residential conveyancing...

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We are Resolution Solicitors

We are Resolution Solicitors

SHARECommitted to conflict reductionAs Resolution Solicitors we’re part of a community committed to supporting separating families and individuals to resolve issues in a constructive way. Reducing confrontation within family law issues allowing for...

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Sudbury office now open

Sudbury office now open

SHAREBringing Atkins Dellow services to another town centreIf you’ve been in Sudbury you may have noticed our most recent office and meeting centre opening at  2 Friars Street. Despite the tendency for shops to close on local high streets we’re...

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Important Notice: Staying COVID-19 Secure

Important Notice: Staying COVID-19 Secure

SHARENotice to All VisitorsTo comply with the government’s guidance on managing the risk of COVID-19 please adhere to the following procedures: Please don’t enter our offices if you have any of the main Covid-19 symptoms: A high temperatureThis means...

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