Written by Josh Dunstone, Solicitor at Spire Solicitors LLP. What is intestacy? When someone dies without having made a Will, there are laws in place that dictate which blood relatives…
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Probate – Can I Do This Myself?
Written by Sarah Fiddy, Associate Solicitor at Spire Solicitors LLP. Probate is the legal process for dealing with the estate of someone who has died. Before the next of kin…
Sunak Splashes the Cash in Post-Brexit Budget
New chancellor promises to support individuals and business as country tackles coronavirus threat. Business rate cuts, cash grants for small enterprises and support for both employees and employers on sick…
The Bank of Mum and Dad
Written by David Percival, Chartered Legal Executive at Spire Solicitors LLP. As a result of high rental costs and soaring property prices, more parents are dipping into savings or releasing…
Spire Solicitors LLP Acts on the Acquisition of Zaks
The Holiday Parks and Hospitality business, Blue Sky Leisure has today announced the sale of Zaks UK, including its three Norwich based American-themed Zaks restaurants, for an undisclosed sum. The…
Steps To Buying Your First Home
Written by Natalie Briggs, Conveyancing Executive at Spire Solicitors LLP You have just had an offer accepted on your first home, what now? Buying a home for the first time…
Spire Solicitors Llp Is Delighted To Announce Two Key Promotions
Spire Solicitors LLP is pleased to announce the promotion of Rebecca Johnstone and Teresa Callender. Rebecca Johnstone has been promoted to Partner in the Private Client department. She is based…
What Will 2020 and Beyond Bring for the Affordable Housing Sector?
Is 2020 the year we will finally see some new housing legislation? The Government put forward a number of housing proposals in the December 2019 Queen’s Speech. Read more about…
Talking and Teamwork to Tackle Christmas Break-Ups
Divorce rates have fallen to their lowest level since the 1970s but breakdowns continue to spike after the festive season, and professionals are encouraging couples with rocky relationships to focus…
Checking the Cost of Christmas in Corporate Gifting and Entertaining
Christmas brings a round of festive celebrations with drinks, dinners and bottles of wine shared between customers and suppliers, but whether giving or receiving, businesses need to keep up with…
Prepare To Buy or Sell
Julie Crowder-Barr, Associate at Spire Solicitors LLP, discusses things you should consider to help make the buying or selling process smoother. Buying or selling a house can often be quite…
Don’t Put Your Footer in It When It Comes to Contracts
Forget the ink, the courts have ruled that an automatic email signature can count when it comes to the dotted line. Companies are being urged to review their electronic procedures…
