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What Does a Conveyancer Do? 23 February 2026

As the UK marks National Conveyancing Month this March, it is a great time to recognise the important role conveyancers play in helping people move home.

Commercial Property Residential Property
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Protecting Your Estate from Inheritance Act Claims 18 February 2026

Even a carefully drafted will does not always bring matters to an end.

Wills, Probate & Estate Administration
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Cohabiting Couples: The Truth About Your Legal Rights in 2026 16 February 2026

“We’ve been together for years, so we must have the same rights as married couples.”

Children (private) Children (public) Cohabitation Family & Children Law Pre-Marital Agreements
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Marriage vs Cohabitation: Understanding Your Legal Rights 11 February 2026

Many couples assume that simply living together for years gives them the same legal protections as marriage. Unfortunately, this isn’t the case.

Children (private) Children (public) Cohabitation Divorce Family & Children Law Finances Pre-Marital Agreements Tax & Trusts Wills, Probate & Estate Administration
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Beyond the Flowers: Talking About Prenuptial Agreements 09 February 2026

Valentine’s Day is meant to be all about romance. If the shops are anything to go by, it’s a time for flowers, cards, thoughtful gifts and evenings spent being wined and dined.

Cohabitation Family & Children Law Pre-Marital Agreements
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Employment Rights Act 2025: What You Need to Know 04 February 2026

The start of 2026 marks a significant development in UK employment law following the passage of the Employment Rights Act 2025.

Employment
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Court of Protection: What You Need to Know 02 February 2026

When a person can no longer make decisions for themselves and has not put a Lasting Power of Attorney (LPA) in place, the Court of Protection can intervene to ensure their affairs are managed lawfully and in their best interests.

POA, Court of Protection & the Elderly
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Renters Rights: What the Renters Rights Act 2025 Means for Landlords and Tenants 28 January 2026

By Andrew Carswell, solicitor specialising in civil litigation, who provides a brief guide to the changes in housing law arising from the Renters’ Rights Act 2025.

Dispute Resolution & Litigation Residential Property
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Planning to Sell? Start the Year Prepared 26 January 2026

As the year gets underway, many homeowners across Dorset, Bournemouth, Christchurch, Highcliffe and Poole begin thinking seriously about selling their property.

Children (private) Residential Property
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First Steps to Take Before Contacting a Solicitor 21 January 2026

Life can bring unexpected legal challenges, from family disputes to property issues, wills and probate or employment concerns.

Dispute Resolution & Litigation Divorce Employment Family & Children Law Leases Residential Property Tax & Trusts Wills, Probate & Estate Administration
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