Buying a new build property is an exciting prospect. The appeal of a brand-new home, untouched by previous owners and often built to modern energy efficiency standards, is entirely understandable. But beneath the show-home finish lies a legal process that carries real risk if approached without care. Unlike a standard resale purchase, new build contracts … Read more
Mixed-use properties (buildings that combine commercial premises with residential accommodation) are a familiar feature of the UK’s towns and high streets. The flat above the shop, the office with a caretaker’s dwelling, the converted warehouse with a ground-floor retail unit: these are common arrangements, and they attract buyers ranging from small investors to established property … Read more
Succession planning for agricultural estates has become more challenging due to provisions announced in the UK 2024 Budget. The key change is the capping of Agricultural and Business property relief. What is agricultural and business property relief? Agricultural and business property relief applies to qualifying assets eligible for 100% agricultural property relief and 100% business … Read more
Our “Spotlight on…” mini-series shines a light on some of the great people we have here in our team at Gamlins Law. Through this short series of profiles, we’ll be sharing more about our team members, including their backgrounds and what drew them into law, as well as what they enjoy about working at Gamlins. … Read more
When someone makes a will, they place a great deal of trust in the people they appoint to carry out their wishes. Two of the most important roles in this process are those of executor and trustee. While they are often discussed together, and frequently carried out by the same individuals, the responsibilities involved are … Read more
For many people, a pension has long been seen as the sensible way to pass on wealth. Unlike other assets, pension pots sitting outside your estate meant they could be left to loved ones free of inheritance tax. It was one of the reasons financial advisers encouraged clients to draw on other savings first and … Read more
Whether you are a farmer looking to expand an existing holding or someone considering agricultural land as an investment or lifestyle purchase, buying rural land is rarely straightforward. It comes with its own set of legal, environmental and practical considerations, and getting the right checks done early can save you from expensive problems further down … Read more
Our “Spotlight on…” mini-series shines a light on some of the great people we have here in our team at Gamlins Law. Through this short series of profiles, we’ll be sharing more about our team members, including their backgrounds and what drew them into law, as well as what they enjoy about working at Gamlins. … Read more
This is one of the questions we get asked most often, and it causes more last-minute disappointment than almost anything else in a residential sale. The short answer is that the line between what stays and what goes is not always obvious – and assumptions on both sides are where the trouble usually starts. The … Read more
We are delighted to share that Gamlins Law’s criminal team has been shortlisted for Criminal Team of the Year at the Modern Law Awards 2026. The Modern Law Awards recognise excellence across the legal profession, and being shortlisted in a competitive category alongside some of the country’s leading criminal practices is recognition we are genuinely … Read more
Whether you are buying a business, entering a partnership, taking on an investor or signing a major contract, due diligence is the process that stands between you and an uninformed decision. In simple terms, it is the comprehensive research, audit and analysis you undertake before committing to a significant transaction. When done well, it confirms … Read more
Whether you are dreaming of a new extension, converting your loft, or simply updating the front of your property, one of the first questions you should ask is: “Do I need planning permission?” The answer is not always straightforward and getting it wrong can be both costly and stressful. It pays to understand the basics … Read more
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