New law bans child marriage
New rules have been put in place to prevent underage marriage in the UK. The Marriage and Civil Partnership (Minimum Age) Act 2022 bans underage ...
First-time buyer enquiries buck the trend as housing market slows down
While the housing market has seen prices falling, there was a spike in first-time buyer activity at the start of 2023. According to First Direct ...
Judge rules in favour of widow in contested Will case
A vulnerable widow, who was left out of her husband's Will has been awarded half of her Husband’s estate by the High Court, after bringing ...
Support our team in the World Cup-on-Sea!
On Saturday, 20th May 2023, a team from Palmers Solicitors will be taking part in the World Cup-on-Sea. This hotly contested 32 team, 7-a-side football ...
What are the Inheritance Tax considerations for family business owners?
When it comes to succession planning in family businesses, there are many factors to consider, including the potential impact of Inheritance Tax (IHT). IHT can ...
What are property dilapidations and how do they affect commercial lets?
The letting of commercial property is rarely straightforward and amongst the most hotly disputed matters, is the issue of who should ultimately pick up the ...
