With the 2018 World Cup about to kick-off in Moscow, football fans will have their eye on the ball, whether for England or their home country. And following England’s 2-1…
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Divorce Goes Virtual, but Complex Cases Will Keep Their Day in Court
A new online service should cut the stress of applying for a divorce according to the Ministry of Justice, but family law professionals say it’s likely to benefit only those…
Companies Catch Sting in Tail of Immigration Law
The Windrush immigration scandal has highlighted many stories of individual suffering from people who believed they were legitimately living and working in the UK. Many have lost their jobs and…
The Buying Process – Q & A
Written by Sally Yaxley, a Chartered Legal Executive at Spire Solicitors LLP Norwich office. Q) When do I need to pay my Conveyancer? Your Conveyancer will initially need some money on…
Spire Solicitors LLP Strengthens Executive Team with Two New Partners
Spire Solicitors LLP are pleased to announce the promotion of Susan Ward and Ejike Ndaji, to Partner. Susan joined the firm in 2016 and has been instrumental in forming the…
The Hidden Disability: When Mental Health Affects Employee Wellbeing
Mental Health Awareness Week – 14th – 20th May 2018 – is an opportunity for employers to revisit current practices and to see if their policy and culture match up…
Things To Consider When Purchasing a New Build Home
Written by Susan Ward, Partner at Spire Solicitors LLP. In an attempt to try and tackle the national shortage of property, the number of new build developments across the UK…
Penalty Clauses & Side Letters – Having a ‘Bit on the Side’
Landlords and tenants quite frequently enter into side letters (supplemental to the lease) to reflect particular arrangements between them. Side letters can include rent concessions where the landlord might, for…
Changes to Tenancy Agreements – Do They Affect You?
If you are a private Landlord or a Tenant who has a private Landlord, it is likely that your tenancy will be an Assured Shorthold Tenancy (AST). You may therefore…
Is Your Farmland Registered? Here Is Why You May Wish To Consider Voluntary Registration
Written by Charlotte Wright, Solicitor at Spire Solicitors LLP. Since compulsory first registration was introduced many properties are now registered with the Land Registry as a result of a trigger…
Agricultural Diversification: Fields of Gold
Diversification in farming has long been a hot topic for keeping your business sustainable. Spire Solicitors LLP’s Agricultural Department comments on how landowners should be maintaining the balance between diversification…
Consultation on Domestic Abuse Launches
The government has launched a consultation on domestic abuse, seeking new laws and stronger powers to protect and support survivors. Domestic abuse comes in many forms and in recognition of this…
