MLS celebrates: Doctor Ivy Williams
Doctor Ivy Williams was a pioneer for women who joined the ranks of a male dominated profession on the 10th May 1922. It is remarkable that in nearly a hundred years since women were able to be called to the Bar in England and Wales, we still see women under-represented in the legal profession. Despite this passage of time, the Bar Standards Board Annual Report 2019/20 records that women...Read More
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Elen Hughes joins My Local Solicitor
Like so many, solicitor Elen Hughes has needed to completely change the way she balances her home and work to meet the needs of both her clients and family over the past year. (more…) Read More
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Ślub w Polsce a rozwód w UK
Postępowanie rozwodowe może odbyć się w Wielkiej Brytanii niezależnie od tego, gdzie miał miejsce ślub (np. w Polsce). Jednak, aby złożyć wniosek o rozwód w Wielkiej Brytanii, musi wystąpić jeden z poniższych czynników: Oboje małżonków mieszka w Anglii lub Walii z zamiarem zamieszkania stałego Oboje małżonków mieszkało w pewnym momencie w Anglii lub Walii z zamiarem zamieszkania stałego i...Read More
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Do I need a digital will?
A recent survey carried out by the Law Society confirmed that a staggering 93% of those who have made a will had not included any digital assets in their will*. What are digital assets Digital assets are important and can include everything from your free email and social media accounts through to your cherished family photos and important online bank accounts. Despite the huge impact that...Read More
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What can happen without a lasting power of attorney?
A lasting power of attorney, or an LPA, enables you to select a person to make key decisions for you regarding important elements of your life, such as welfare, health, business affairs and (more…) Read More
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Study shows will errors lead to risks for disabled children
Over two-thirds of disabled children in the UK are unintentionally being put in financial jeopardy due to an error in their parent’s will. The report indicates that a common mistake can also lead to (more…) Read More
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French superstar’s inheritance dispute resolved
The son of famous singer Johnny Hallyday has revealed that a legal battle over his father’s estate has finally concluded. (more…) Read More
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How to dispute a Lasting Power of Attorney
With average life expectancy on the rise in the UK, people are increasingly looking to appoint someone to take care of their finances, property and healthcare when they can no longer manage these (more…) Read More
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