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In the second of our In the Spotlight series, where we get to know the people behind Stephen Rimmer LLP, we speak to Harriet Lythgo-Smith, a Senior Associate Solicitor in...
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Chancellor John Healey delivered his first Budget with the discipline you might expect of a former Defence Secretary. The speech was prepared under tight security, there were no leaks in...
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Walk through the centre of Eastbourne, Hastings or Bexhill-on-Sea and you will see the same thing you see in most towns: more office space than anyone now needs, alongside a...
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Most workplace disputes do not start as legal problems. They start as a rota change nobody explained, a piece of feedback that landed badly, or two capable people who have...
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If you have bought, sold or remortgaged a property in the last few years, you may have been surprised to learn that the paperwork does not end at completion. Your...
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For the past decade, pension savings have occupied an unusual and rather favourable corner of the tax system. Because most modern schemes pay death benefits at the discretion of their...
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How many couples divorce each year, who applies, and when are marriages most likely to break down? To find out, researchers at Stephen Rimmer Solicitors analysed the latest Office for...
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Welcome to In the Spotlight, a new monthly series from Stephen Rimmer LLP. Each month we will sit down with one of our solicitors to find out what drew them...
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Lasting Powers of Attorney are often thought of as something to arrange in retirement. In reality, accidents and illness can affect anyone, at any age, and without an LPA, the...
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Dealing with a loved one’s estate yourself can seem like a sensible way to save money. But probate carries personal responsibilities, and personal liability, that many people do not appreciate...
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Losing contact with a grandchild is one of the most painful situations a family can face. Whether the cause is separation, bereavement or a falling-out, grandparents most often ask: do...
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Telling your children that you are separating is one of the hardest conversations a parent can have. There is no perfect script, but there are ways to approach it that...
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Being handed a settlement agreement can feel unsettling, particularly if it arrives out of the blue. Understanding what the document is, what it means for you and what your options...
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Sickness absence is a fact of working life, but the way it is managed makes a real difference, to the employee, to the wider team and to the employer’s legal...
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The start of a new school year brings a fresh routine, a long list of practical tasks and, for separated parents, plenty of decisions to make together. A little forward...
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Location is often the deciding factor when buying a home, and for families, a school catchment area can be the biggest draw of all. But catchments are not guaranteed, and...
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Online conveyancing services promise low fixed fees and a slick digital experience. But buying or selling a home is one of the biggest transactions most people ever make, and there...
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High summer is when holiday lets earn their keep. Coastal cottages, lakeside cabins and city flats are booked solid, and every sunny week makes the idea of owning one look...
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When a relationship ends and there are children or finances to sort out, most separating couples face the same question: can we reach an agreement ourselves, with some help, or...
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Once viewed as the preserve of the very wealthy, the prenuptial agreement has steadily moved into the mainstream. More couples now treat a “prenup” as a sensible piece of financial...
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When something goes wrong in a rented home, the first question is usually the simplest one to ask and the hardest to answer: whose job is it to fix it?...
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Going away this summer should be about making memories, not worrying about what might happen if the unexpected occurs. Taking a few simple steps to get your affairs in order...
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Summer is the season when neighbour relations are tested. Gardens are in full growth, households are spending far more time outdoors, and the small irritations that go unnoticed in winter...
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Pensions are often one of the most valuable assets in a marriage, yet they are frequently overlooked during divorce. Understanding your options can help ensure a fair financial settlement and...
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Summer is one of the most popular times of year to move house. The longer days, school holidays and generally better weather can make the process much easier than battling...
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Whether it’s a shop, an office, a warehouse, or a workshop unit on a small industrial estate, buying a commercial unit is a significant step for any business. It can...
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ADHD at work is becoming an increasingly important topic for employers. Understanding what ADHD is, what the law says, and how to provide appropriate support can help businesses create an...
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Domestic abuse is not always physical. Some of the most damaging forms of abuse leave no bruises and never culminate in a single dramatic incident. They build slowly, over months...
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Handing on a family business or a farm is rarely just a financial transaction. It is about protecting something built over years, often generations, while ensuring the people who depend...
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Small businesses are being warned not to be put off by increasingly polished employee grievances, as artificial intelligence makes it easier for staff to produce formal-looking workplace complaints that reference...
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