Cross-Border Child Abduction and Habitual Residence – Guideline Ruling

A parent who wishes to move from one country to another with his or her child must first obtain the…

Upset By Your Neighbours’ Building Plans? You Are Far From Powerless

If your neighbours have obtained planning permission for building works to which you object, you may think that is the…

Lasting Powers of Attorney – How do You Know When to Act?

A recent article published in the Sunday Times told the sadly all too familiar story of an elderly person being…

Don’t Leave It Too Late to Put Your Affairs in Order

People often talk about putting their affairs in order but then sit on their hands until it is too late.…

Estate Planning and Presumption of Advancement (or making sure your intentions are upheld)

Advancement, as a legal principle, is a gift given during an owner's lifetime, typically referring to real estate or large…

Court Urges Peace on Unmarried Couple at War Over Family Business

Unmarried couples should be under no illusions that they do not have legal rights equivalent to those who have tied…