Entries by Danielle Jarvis

Employment Settlement Agreement

What is a Settlement Agreement? A settlement agreement is a legal agreement, used to either end employment or document the resolution of an employment dispute. Such disputes can be performance related issues, redundancy or other reasons. It will document terms agreed between the parties in regard to pay, holiday, notice periods or conditions placed on […]

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Including Your Pets in Your Will: What Are Your Options?

For most people, pets are more than just animals—they’re companions, loyal friends, and beloved members of the family. Even if you don’t see your pets quite that way, it’s natural to want to ensure that they are looked after in the future. Planning for your pet’s care after your death is an important step in […]

What to Do When Someone Dies: A Guide

Immediate Steps After a Death Notify Family and Close FriendsInform family members and close friends of the person’s death. It’s important to do this as soon as possible, as they will need to begin making decisions. Contact a Funeral HomeCall a funeral home to arrange for the deceased’s transportation and care. They can also help […]

The importance of understanding the contents of your Will

The importance of understanding the contents of your Will has recently been highlighted by a case involving an illiterate property tycoon whose estate was worth £100 million. We take a look at what happened after a surprise Will left the bulk of his estate to his ‘manipulative’ daughter, cutting out his son and the son’s […]

Have you registered your Will?

As a member of The National Will Register we can now register your Will for you. Why should I register my Will? In a survey commissioned by The National Will Register, two thirds of children would not know where to locate their parents’ Wills. The passage of time, house moves, and new relationships are all […]

Easter Holidays

The office will be closed for Easter from 5pm Thursday 6th April and will reopen 9am Wednesday 12th April 2023.

Monday 19th September 2022

Please note that as a mark of respect to Her late Majesty Queen Elizabeth II this office will be closed on Monday 19th September 2022 and will re-open on Tuesday20th September 2022 at 8.30 am