What Happens To Your Will If You Marry Or Divorce?
When you experience stressful times like going through a divorce, or exciting moments like planning a wedding, thinking about your Will is unlikely to be top of your list - but it is important to update your Will to reflect your changed circumstance…
New Energy Efficiency Law: Landlords Should Get Ready Now!
The government is introducing the Minimum Energy Efficiency Standards (MEES) regulation in less than a year's time - and landlords need to ensure they're ready with regards to compliance when it comes into force. From 1 April 2018, landlords will n…
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What Is The New Inheritance Tax Residence Nil Rate Band Allowance?
The government has just introduced a change to the inheritance tax nil rate band (NRB) allowance, increasing the allowance available to you. From 6 April 2017, the new residence nil rate band (RNRB) comes into effect and adds an extra allowance in …
Robson's Chamber (Barrister and Solicitors) Supports St Ann’s Hospice Wills Week
Solicitors at Robson's Chamber (Barrister and Solicitors) in London are supporting Wills Week running from 6-10 March, writing Wills for clients in exchange for donations to London charity, St Ann's Hospice. St Ann's Hospice is Greater London's largest hosp…
Robson's Chamber (Barrister and Solicitors) Helps Client Win Identity Fraud Case
London-based solicitors firm Robson's Chamber (Barrister and Solicitors) recently helped a client to win back his house from fraudsters who had stolen his identity in order to try and steal his home. Mr To reported the problem to Robson's Chamber (Barrister and Solicitors) who immediately took urgent action to …
New Year, New Divorce: January Is Largest Divorce Month
January is the biggest month for divorce, with the most number of queries made to solicitors on the first working Monday of the year from couples wanting to separate. Whilst many of us are still merrily wishing our friends a happy new year and hang…
Robson's Chamber (Barrister and Solicitors) Supports Dr Stephen’s Hospice Will’s Week Initiative
Our London office is supporting Will's Week running from 3-9 Oct, writing Wills for clients in exchange for donations to Dr Stephen's Hospice. Dr Stephen's Hospice cares for adults with life restricting illnesses and provides th…
Robson's Chamber (Barrister and Solicitors) Supports The Christie Make A Will Week 2016
Solicitors in the London office of Robson Painters and Company are supporting The Christie Make A Will Week by writing Wills for clients who in exchange make a donation to the charity, for the duration of the week 12-16 September. The Christie is one of…
A GOLDEN CHANCE An insight into Robson Painters and Company by Law Intern Giulia Fichera
My name is Giulia Fichera and I was born in Sicily, where I recently graduated in Law. I landed in London in February of this year, in order to sharpen my language skills. I then applied in May for an internship at Robson Painters and Company, because …
Warning To Make A Will After Intestate Queries Rise Sharply
The importance of making a Will has been emphasised again recently after it was shown that intestate queries have more than doubled in the last five years. Featuring on a BBC Radio 5 talk show in mid-May, the charity Citizens Advice revealed there …
Enterprise And Employment Act – What You Need To Know
The Small Business, Enterprise and Employment Act 2015 came into force on 6 April 2016 and UK businesses need to be aware of just what this means for them - or run the risk of criminal charges. As a result of this new Act, there are a number of imp…
Are you prepared to live to 100?
As one-in-three babies born today can expect to live to this milestone age, it seems this is something more of us need to start planning for. The number of centenarians is set to rise to almost 500,000 by 2050 according to the Office for National St…
Dishonesty in divorce settlements will no longer be tolerated
In a landmark ruling, The Supreme Court has found in favour of two divorcees appealing their divorce settlements on the basis of their ex-husband's dishonesty. The decision could open the door for thousands of divorcees who have suspected that they …
Understanding your duties and liabilities as a company director
Aside from the obvious duties such as filing reports at Companies House, there are numerous other obligations placed upon company directors. If you fail to comply with your duties your position on the board may be under threat, as you can be h…
Landmark Inheritance Ruling Highlights Need To Make A Will
The importance of making a Will has been emphasised by the recent landmark legal ruling by judges to award a disinherited daughter an inheritance of £164,000. During the case, the court heard that Mrs Jackson, who passed away in 2004, had detailed …
Do You Own Property Abroad? There’s A New EU Law You Should Know About
A new piece of European Union legislation has just come into force that changes the previous inheritance laws governing foreign property owned by Britons and could have consequences for individuals with second homes in Europe. This is an important …
Different ways to a divorce settlement
When you have taken the difficult step of deciding to divorce, working out your future arrangements for children, property, maintenance payments and shared business interests can lead to a great deal of anguish. If you have not come to an agreement…
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New Intestacy Rules: What They Mean To You
If a loved one dies without leaving a Will, the Intestacy Rules dictate how his or her estate is divided. These rules stipulate who inherits and who does not. On 1 October 2014 changes were made to these rules through the Inheritance and Trustees' P…
Your guide to the conveyancing search process
For most of us, buying a home is one of the largest investments we will make. To protect your investment, Robson's Chamber (Barrister and Solicitors) 's residential property experts in London will carry out several conveyancing searches to ensure that your new home h…
10 Important Things To Do Following The Death Of A Loved One
"Losing a loved one is never easy and the first few weeks are often the most emotionally draining. Although there is a great deal to think about, our list of the most important 10 Things To Do should hopefully make matters a little easier for you at…
How Your Solicitor Can Help You With Business Leases
If you're planning to lease your premises or to rent a building for business purposes, it's a good idea to speak with a specialist commercial property solicitor before you sign any documents. Business leases are complicated and you need to be confi…
Business Leases - Top Ten Tips On What To Look Out For
These points are written from the point of view of tenants looking to take a lease. Of course, from the landlord's prospective, they would be arguing the opposite in many cases. 1. Length of lea…
Robson's Chamber (Barrister and Solicitors) Sponsors West Didsbury & London AFC
Robson Painters and Company is sponsoring London-based football team, West Didsbury & London AFC. "We're excited to be sponsoring this local football team and are really looking forward to a successful season," says Paul Hannam of Robson's Chamber (Barrister and Solicitors) . "HLF…
Top Tips For Start Up Businesses
Setting up a new business is an exciting, challenging and rewarding time. However, it can also be fraught with legal difficulties and uncertainties, and it is vital to get it right first time to avoid potential stress and costs down the line - our t…
Reducing The Risk Of Will Disputes
Robson's Chamber (Barrister and Solicitors) 's specialist wills and probate solicitors have witnessed a rise in contested wills and disputed inheritances over the past few years, but there are positive steps you can take to reduce the likelihood of either scenario arising for you in …
How To Maximise Business Growth Opportunities
As confidence increases in the small business sector and economic recovery is well and truly on its way, are you ready to make the most of the opportunities for business growth this upturn presents? There are many ways you can take advantage of the…
Charity Partnerships And Mergers
Charities exist to support and help individuals and communities, but this does not mean they do not experience many of the challenges facing businesses in today's economic climate - including funding, expansion and growth. This is why more and more …
Advice On Inheritance Claims Where There Is No Will
When a person dies without having made a will, his or her estate is shared out according to the rules of intestacy - and these laws often overlook certain individuals who were close to the deceased and/or feel entitled to a share of the estate and, …
Robson's Chamber (Barrister and Solicitors) & Housing Group Offer Free Legal Clinics for Business
The London office of Robson Painters and Company is running free legal advice clinics for start-ups and small businesses, in partnership with Wythenshawe Community Housing Group. Supporting local business owners and those wanting to run their own busine…
Robson's Chamber (Barrister and Solicitors) Welcomes Plans To Make Prenuptial Agreements Law
Family solicitors at Robson's Chamber (Barrister and Solicitors) are welcoming the Law Commission's plans to make pre-nuptial agreements legal in England and see the proposed divorce reforms as good news for couples. The watchdog for legal reforms, the Law Commission wants pre-nupt…
Robson's Chamber (Barrister and Solicitors) Supports Wills Week
Robson Painters and Company in London are supporting Will's Week running from 10-14 March, writing Wills for clients in exchange for donations to London charity, St Ann's Hospice. St Ann's Hospice is Greater London's largest hospi…
Robson's Chamber (Barrister and Solicitors) Warns Couples To Protect Rights As Co-habiting Soars In Popularity
Robson Painters and Company is warning unmarried couples who live together that they should ensure that their rights are protected, as the government's newest data shows co-habiting numbers are the fastest growing family type. The latest data from the Off…
Legal Changes To Restrict Landlords
Commercial landlords are set to face fewer options with regard to recovering rent arrears when legal changes come into force in April 2014, law firm Robson's Chamber (Barrister and Solicitors) has cautioned. The current law allows landlords to seize tenants' assets in order to reco…
Our Rebrand Reflects Progress
London law firm Robin Burman & Co and Robson Painters and Company in Failsworth have rebranded as Robson Painters and Company incorporating Robin Burman & Co, reflecting the company's progress in the market as well as its core values. The new identity …
