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Are more powers to award costs against family members in Court of Protection claims on their way?
May 11, 2016 | Written by: Martin Astle
Martin Astle, Director and Solicitor in the Wills & Probate Department at Astle Paterson discusses the proposal for Judges in the Court of Protection to receive more powers to award costs against specific people where a dispute arises. Mr Astle ...
Read MoreThe importance of remaining realistic
May 6, 2016 | Written by: Liam O’Shea
Liam O’Shea, Solicitor and Director in Astle Paterson’s Dispute Resolution Department discusses the Court of Appeal case of Bacciottini & Anor v Gotelee and Goldsmith, which highlights the importance of being realistic when considering issuing Court proceedings. Liam explained, “The case ...
Read MoreAstle Paterson welcomes Sarah Nash as their new Head of Wills & Probate
May 3, 2016
Astle Paterson are pleased to welcome Sarah Nash who has today joined our firm to head up our Wills & Probate department. Martin Astle, one of the senior Directors at Astle Paterson said, “Enjoying a strong reputation for her ability ...
Read MoreClampdown on illegal eviction of residential tenants
April 29, 2016 | Written by: Liam O’Shea
Liam O’Shea, Director and Solicitor in Astle Paterson’s Dispute Resolution & Litigation department discusses the recent crackdown by Local Authority on Landlords who seek to illegally evict their Tenants. Liam said, “The Local Government Association, which represents more than 370 Councils ...
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Astle Paterson’s Liam O’Shea has raised over £3,000 for the Brain and Spine Foundation by running the London Marathon
April 26, 2016
Astle Paterson’s very own Liam O’Shea took part the London Marathon for the Brain and Spine Foundation on Sunday 24th April 2016. Liam, a Director and Solicitor at Astle Paterson ran to raise funds for the Brain and Spine Foundation, ...
Read MoreObtaining a Divorce or Probate of a Will entirely online: The Future?
April 20, 2016 | Written by: Martin Astle
Martin Astle, Director and head of both the Family and Probate Department at Astle Paterson discusses the recent calls for Divorce and Probate Court processes to be updated and made available online. Mr Astle said “Sir James Munby, the President ...
Read MorePotential challenges to Divorce Orders and Settlements following the Panama Papers leak
Paul Walters, Solicitor and Mediator in Astle Paterson’s Divorce & Family department discusses the effect the ‘Panama Papers leak’ may have in divorce cases. Paul said “The recent leaks from the Panama Papers have drawn attention to individuals who have ...
Read MoreThe continuing saga of Ilott v Mitson – now set to be heard in the Supreme Court
Peter Levy, Consultant Solicitor in Astle Paterson’s Wills and Probate Department discusses the latest developments on a decision of the Court of Appeal of Ilott v Mitson which caused concern that the fundamental principle that you can choose who should ...
Read MoreStricter affordability tests proposed for Landlords
April 5, 2016
Sue Woodall, Solicitor, Director and head of Astle Paterson’s Conveyancing Department discusses the latest proposed changes facing the buy-to-let market. Sue said “The Prudential Regulation Authority (PRA) – part of the Bank of England, has stated that buy-to-let purchasers are ...
Read MoreWhen are you able to charge your tenant double rent?
March 29, 2016 | Written by: Liam O’Shea
Liam O’Shea, Director and Solicitor in Astle Paterson’s Litigation & Dispute Resolution department discusses the circumstances in which you may be able to charge your tenant double rent. Liam explained “It can be a cause of frustration for Landlords to not ...
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