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In our recent blog, How to protect yourself from property and payment diversion fraud, we looked at the different ways in which criminals are scamming victims out of both their property and their money. In this blog, we will focus on Payment Diversion Fraud. This is...
Have you bought a house or flat with Levi Solicitors LLP? Tag us in your new home photos on social media, and be in with the chance to win a £100 John Lewis voucher in our monthly prize draw. All you need to do, is use #LSnewhome when posting your new home photo on...
Levi Solicitors LLP has come a long way since its beginnings as J. Levi and Co in 1934. From a staff of 6, we have grown to almost 90, with offices in Leeds City Centre and London. And soon, we will have a north Leeds office! | Solicitors in north Leeds As a result of...
We value your business and respect the privacy of your information. As a result, and as a precautionary measure, we want to let you know about a data security incident that may involve your personal information (limited to your email address). On 23 September 2021, we...
Hazel, a solicitor in our Dispute Resolution department gives an introduction to Litigation and some of the things our Dispute Resolution team can help you with in our latest video. Watch our new Youtube video today; | Introduction to Litigation Within the...
Levi Solicitors' Practice Manager, Janet Babington, conquered the Yorkshire Three Peaks on 7 August. Inspired by Leeds rugby league legend, Rob Burrow, Janet and some friends signed up to climb the Yorkshire Three Peaks to raise money for the Motor Neurone Disease...
**Updated 21 July 2021** In accordance with Government guidance, we are pleased to welcome clients back to our offices. However, the health and wellbeing of our clients and staff remains paramount. So, where possible, we continue to encourage the use of telephone or...
We are very proud to continue to sponsor young rugby player, Isaac Coleman. 19-year-old Isaac plays back row for the Bradford Bulls Academy under 19s team. He has been playing rugby league since he was only eight years old, and has now been playing with Bradford Bulls...
If you are looking for a solicitor we can help you. Our solicitors offer a convenient, efficient, and friendly service to clients across the UK. During the pandemic, businesses had to dramatically adapt their way of working and how they provide their services. At Levi...
Every year thousands of people die intestate (without leaving behind a valid will). Many people think that they don’t need one, that they don’t have anything worth leaving behind or that they have plenty of time to make a will. However, dying intestate can cause many...
Happy International Women’s Day! International Women’s Day has been celebrated for over 100 years and recognises the achievements of women. This year’s theme is #choosetochallenge. From challenge comes change and collectively, we can create an inclusive world. This...
In cases where more than one party may have been negligent, it is possible for one of the negligent parties to seek a contribution towards the damages to the Claimant. A recent High Court case looked at a claim against a firm of solicitors and a barrister. Despite the...
We have been made aware that someone is sending emails and making telephone calls using the company name, Claim Against A Professional Limited, and our address at 33 St Pauls Street, Leeds, LS1 2JJ. The emails are asking people for legal costs relating to a PPI claim....
When you instruct a barrister (whether through a solicitor or by direct access), you are relying upon their expertise. They are there to do as you (or your solicitor) instruct; whether to provide advice, prepare key documents, or to represent you in court or tribunal....
As Christmas and 2021 are fast approaching, here are our opening hours for the festive season. Thursday 24 December 2020 - CLOSED Friday 25 December 2020 – CLOSED Monday 28 December 2020 – CLOSED Tuesday 29 December 2020 - CLOSED Wednesday 30 December 2020 - CLOSED...
*Updated 17 November 2020* In order to comply with current Government guidance and to exercise recommended practice to protect our staff and our clients from COVID-19, we have now closed our offices to the public and for the time being our staff are working from home...
When you instruct a solicitor, you rely upon their expertise and that they will carry out your instructions. A solicitor in turn, is expected to exercise ‘reasonable care, skill and diligence’ in dealing with your instructions. What constitutes ‘reasonable care, skill...
Whether you are a first-time buyer or an experienced homeowner looking to sell, you will need to go through the process of conveyancing. But what does it all mean and why do you need it? Our easy-to-understand guide has all the answers for you. What does conveyancing...
We are delighted to confirm that Levi Solicitors LLP will sponsor The Square Ball podcasts for the 2020/21 Premier League season. The Square Ball started as a Leeds United fanzine some 30 years ago. However, it has in more recent years evolved and expanded to also...
We are delighted to announce the promotion of litigation solicitor, Ed Smith, to Partner. Ed joined Levi Solicitors as a trainee solicitor in 2014 and qualified into the Dispute Resolution team in 2015. He is based in the firm’s Leeds office and specialises in...
9 July 2020 – Stamp duty tax update The Chancellor has announced a stamp duty holiday for property purchases up to £500,000 Below is a link to the Government’s guidance notes https://www.gov.uk/guidance/stamp-duty-land-tax-temporary-reduced-rates Reduced rates of...
A recent case concerning the Stobart Group concerning a dissenting company director. We consider the decision and the lessons that can be learned by other company directors in relation to their duties. Stobart v Tinkler - background Mr Tinkler was the former CEO of...
What is the Pre-Action Protocol for Professional Negligence? The Pre-Action Protocol for Professional Negligence ("the Pre-Action Protocol") forms part of the Civil Procedure Rules. It applies when someone wishes to claim against a ‘’professional’’ as a result of that...
As Christmas is fast approaching, here are our opening hours for the festive season. Tuesday 24 December 2019 - 9.00am - 2.00pm Wednesday 25 December 2019 - CLOSED Thursday 26 December 2019 - CLOSED Friday 27 December 2019 - CLOSED Monday 30 December 2019 - CLOSED...
As we approach the end of the year we look back at the professional negligence cases heard in England and Wales in 2019. Before we start looking at the case law, it is important to remember that litigation is a last resort in a professional negligence claim. Most...
This week, the Supreme Court has given its judgment in a professional negligence claim against personal injury lawyers. We take a look at the facts of the case and the Court's decision Professional negligence claims against personal injury lawyers Where a professional...
Professional negligence is a broad term. In brief, however, it means that a professional person has failed to conduct the agreed work to the expected reasonable standard required of them. To make a claim, you will also need to show that you have suffered damage or a...
This week, the Professional Negligence Lawyers Association (PNLA) conference came to Leeds. We proudly sponsored the event, and our managing partner, Steven Newdall hosted the conference. After an introduction, he welcomed speakers covering a spectrum of professional...
Individuals and businesses instruct accountants to deal with a range of financial matters. If you have employed someone as an accountant, it is only reasonable to expect that they will perform their role professionally and that they will not cause you to suffer a...
Limitation is the specified period during which you can make a claim against the defendant. This is done by issuing a claim form and supporting documents at Court, together with the required fee. How long is the limitation period? The limitation period for your claim...
