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
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
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
You’ve had your offer on a new property accepted. Congratulations. Now everyone tells you it’ll take around twelve weeks to complete and to be patient. But nobody really explains what’s happening during those twelve weeks, why it sometimes takes longer, or what you can do to help things move along. Firstly, it’s worth noting that … Read more
Major reforms to the UK unfair dismissal regime are set to take effect from 1 January 2027, materially increasing exposure to risk for employers and require careful planning in the months ahead. Introduction of a six-month qualifying period Currently, employees must have two years’ continuous service to bring an ordinary unfair dismissal claim. From 1 … Read more
The UK Government is planning on implementing major reforms to employment law, known as “The Employment Rights Bill”. For businesses and employees across North Wales – whether in Rhyl, Mold, Denbigh or beyond – these changes are set to reshape how we handle everything from sick pay to trade unions. With the Bill now moving … Read more
The team responsible for securing a landmark ruling by the Court of Appeal has won the ‘Outstanding Case of the Year Award’ at the Personal Injury Awards 2024. Gamlins Law and Exchange Chambers secured the award at last night’s awards ceremony in Manchester. Gamlins Law, led by personal injury and clinical negligence lawyers, had previously … Read more
Gamlins Law has welcomed today’s “landmark ruling” by the Court of Appeal in the Hadley v Przybylo case. The outcome marks a significant win for claimants, particularly those involved in catastrophic injury claims, as it addresses the recoverability of costs associated with rehabilitation. Simon Roberts and Elen Roberts of Gamlins Law, instructed Exchange Chambers, represented … Read more
It is fairly well accepted that court cases can be expensive and time-consuming. Even when your case appears strong there are no guarantees that you’ll emerge from court victorious. And when a judge finds in your favour there are complex rules about recovering costs that mean you may still end up out of pocket. These … Read more
Lasting Powers of Attorney (LPAs) are important legal instruments because they take effect when someone loses the ability to make key decisions about their health and welfare or their finances. We have explained how LPAs work in detail before, and what happens if someone loses capacity without an LPA in place. At Gamlins Solicitors LLP, … Read more
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