Controversial court fees which have been branded a stealth tax on bereaved families are expected to prompt a surge in probate applications before the hike hits. The new banded fee structure will see the cost of probate soar by thousands of pounds for higher value estates. The current flat fee is £215 for a personal… Read More »
Written by Carolyn Bunn, Solicitor at Spire Solicitors LLP If you are thinking about selling part of your garden land for development, there are several things to consider. Talk to appropriate professionals: These include the local planning department to see if planning for a dwelling would be permitted; a land agent for advice on how… Read More »
Natalie Briggs, Conveyancing Executive at Spire Solicitors LLP, takes a look at the Stamp Duty implications when purchasing a property with an annexe. What is an annexe? An annexe is accommodation which is joined to and sold as part of a larger main building. It will form separate and additional accommodation to the main house… Read More »
New payslip requirements are set to come into force, requiring itemised calculations for variable rates of pay and hours worked. Alongside, the requirement for payslips will be extended to include workers, not just employees. The two amendments to the 1996 Employment Rights Act will come into force on April 6 2019. From that date, employees… Read More »
Based in Great Yarmouth, British Metal Treatments has more than 60 years experience in galvanising techniques and powder coating, working for multi-national engineering companies, power suppliers, local authorities and independent fabricators. The management buyout enabled the existing managing director, David Cowley to buy the company from its owners; Camellia Plc. Camellia plc is an international… Read More »
Spire Solicitors LLP is pleased to share notable success in this Legal 500 UK Series, with Social Housing listed as a Top-Tier firm with Kevin Oelrichs noted as leading individual and Corporate & Commercial Norwich ranking at Tier 2, with Matthew Downing, Partner, listed as the only next-generation lawyer in Norwich! View the rundown of… Read More »
On Friday 28th September, Spire Solicitors LLP helped to raise £420 by supporting the World’s Biggest Coffee Morning in aid of Macmillan Cancer Support. Tables full of tempting cakes and scones which were generously donated by staff and the local community, were on sale throughout the morning at the Diss United Reformed Church. Laura Pigney… Read More »
Written by Ian Taylor, Solicitor at Spire Solicitors LLP As everyone will probably know, when the hammer falls at an auction, you have successfully bought what you bid for. It’s yours. If it’s a car or a piece of furniture, you have probably had a good look over it first, noticed any defects and taken… Read More »
Spire Solicitors LLP is pleased to announce we have been shortlisted for two national awards to celebrate our achievements after another successful year. The awards are a part of LawNet and follow on from the firm being crowned Law Firm of the Year in 2017/2018. Sharron Tennant, Head of Residential Property has been shortlisted for… Read More »
Written by Melissa Richards, Chartered Legal Executive at Spire Solicitors LLP Buying your first home should be exciting, yet the prospect of saving enough money for a deposit can often be daunting. To help fund a property purchase the government have introduced a number of schemes to assist first time buyers. Help to Buy ISA:… Read More »
