What is A Mesher Order also known as an ‘order for deferred sale’? This is an order of a family court that enables the family home to remain in the couple’s joint names pending the triggering of an event. The order of this nature is available at the divorce settlement stage, sometimes known as the …
It is the general position that if a landlord were to let out a property in good faith and the tenants subsequently sublet the property without the permission of the landlord, making it an HMO without the informed consent of the landlord, an offence is committed. In the eyes of the law, such property is now …
Will Writing Solicitors in Enfield, and London The Easy Will Making Process. Making a Will is not as difficult as you might think it to be. At Adel Jibs & Co Solicitors many of our clients felt that the whole process would be complicated. However, they found that the process was straightforward and can be …
In November 2021 the government announced changes within social housing in that social housing landlords will be legally obliged to fit smoke alarms in all accommodations that are rented. How will this affect the sector? It is now the requirement that all housing association accommodation must now install smoke alarms in each property. When new …
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The introduction of Court Fees (Miscellaneous Amendments) Order 2021 has now increased certain court fees for the first time since 2016. The court fees are increasing due to inflation. The following increases will have effect: – The fee for filing a petition for a divorce, a nullity or civil partnership dissolution will increase from £550 …
Disputing a Will can also be referred to as ‘contentious probate’ and it is a dispute relating to the distribution of a person’s estate when they pass away. There are several reasons why people decide to challenge a Will after the testator is dead. You may feel that you deserve more. You may feel you …
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When a loved one passes away, the last thing on any ones mind is the issue of debt. There are many misconceptions, and most are of the view that when a person dies, the debt dies with them. However, this is simply not the case. What is the position if there are debts on on …
Boost for no win no fee claimants in inheritance disputes The Court of Appeal has recently decided that claimants, in claims against an estate, who fund the litigation via a Conditional fee agreement (CFA) may recover the success fee from the estate. This decision sets a very important precedent because success fees have not been …
Repost In Adel Jibs Private Client department, we are seeing more and more clients who are seeking to protect their assets from care home fees. Their major concern is to ensure that they leave their assets and valued possessions for their family members after they have passed away. Protect home from care fees using a Will by …
Control your future with a power of attorney The changing of the seasons can be a time for reflection, and if you’ve been thinking about preparing your future than now is as good of opportunity to start. Starting early will ensure that whatever may come in years ahead has already been planned out accordingly – …