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Why you need a Solicitor to make Lasting Powers of Attorney (LPA)

Did you know that less than 1% of the UK population has an LPA and that 1 in 3 persons on average over the age of 65 in the UK develop dementia (Alzheimer’s Society), and every 90 seconds someone in the UK, is admitted to hospital with an acquired brain injury (Headway). The following outlines what is an LPA and why it’s important to have an LPA for you and your family.

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Daniel Couchman
7 Top Tips When Entering into a Commercial Lease

Making the decision to grow or move your business is a big step and one that can be filled with both wanted and unwanted consequences.

Failure to fully understand what you’re getting into when you sign a commercial lease can mark the difference between the success and failure of your business.

Here are 7 things

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Daniel Couchman
What is Family Law?

Family law is important because it’s where the law interacts with everyday life. Most of us may never have to deal with criminal law or any other branch of the legal system in our lives, but there is a good chance we may have to get involved with family law at some point. Also, family law can have a significant impact on people’s emotions, particularly where children are involved, so family law practitioners have to possess special skills.

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Daniel Couchman
Why you need a Solicitor for your Will

I’m sure you have heard of Wills and know how important they are and the trouble that can ensue if you don’t make a Will, but it may be something you keep putting off. Did you know that one in four people in the UK doesn’t have a Will in place and even less for LPA’s? Scary.

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Daniel Couchman
Barristers and Solicitors – What’s the Difference?

What’s the difference between a barrister and solicitor? It’s not the start of a joke, but it is a question that we are often asked. People sometimes get mixed up between these two different types of law professional. If you find yourself needing legal advice, it’s a good idea to know which one to go to, as there are several significant differences between them.

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Daniel Couchman