The team at Levi Solicitors embark on a month-long charity challenge throughout September. The challenge will see 26 colleagues walking, running, cycling and finding other ways to reach their goal of clocking up 89 miles before the end of September. We have picked 89...
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Levi Solicitors shortlisted for three Yorkshire Legal Awards
Levi Solicitors are shortlisted for three awards at the 2023 Yorkshire Legal Awards: Law Firm of the Year: Small, Residential Property and Private Client. The Yorkshire Legal Awards brings together the region’s legal community to recognise and celebrate its many...
Avoiding an Inheritance Dispute
In the aftermath of losing a loved one, an inheritance dispute can be a daunting and emotionally draining experience for any family. Disputes over assets, property, and money can escalate quickly, causing rifts among family members and creating lasting damage....
New Partner Announcement
Levi Solicitors is delighted to confirm the promotion of Waseem Afzal to partner in the firm’s highly respected residential conveyancing team. The promotion, effective 1 August 2023, brings the total number of partners to 12. Waseem has been with the firm since 2019....
Highly Commended at the Modern Law Private Client Awards
Levi Solicitors have been recognised at the inaugural Modern Law Private Client Awards 2023 in Liverpool last month. These awards were launched specifically to celebrate and champion the incredible work being delivered across the Private Client industry. The winners...
Understanding Changes to Intestacy and the Statutory Legacy
In this blog, we aim to shed light on an aspect of estate planning that often surprises many individuals: what happens to the estate when someone passes away without a valid will? Specifically, we'll focus on the rights of surviving spouses or civil partners under the...
Increases to the Immigration Health Surcharge and visa fees
The UK government has recently announced significant increases to application fees and the Immigration Health Surcharge (IHS). The IHS is a fee that migrants pay for using NHS services. The government justifies these increases by having to fund pay rises for NHS...
The Employment Relations (Flexible Working) Act 2023
The Employment Relations (Flexible Working) Act 2023 has completed its way through parliament and now awaits Royal Assent. The new Act has been designed to make it easier for staff to appeal for a more flexible approach to working patterns from day one of employment....
What to do when someone dies: a step by step guide
Losing a loved one is incredibly difficult. To try to ease the burden, we set out a guide to some of the practical steps you may need to take when someone dies. From registering the death, to dealing with probate, property and possessions. 1. Registering the death...
Volunteer gardeners at St. Gemma’s Hospice
Some of our colleagues have had a great time as volunteer gardeners at St Gemma's Hospice this week. Thank you to Sinéad Sopala, Lisa Stockdale and trainee solicitors, Lakhjinder Singh Uppal and Abigail Watson for using their volunteer day helping the gardens look...
Conveyancing: A guide for first time buyers
Buying your first home is an exciting milestone, but it can also be a bit overwhelming. There are many steps involved, and one crucial aspect is the conveyancing process. Don't worry if you're not familiar with the term - we've got you covered! In this blog post,...
APIL | Injury Awareness Week
The Association of Personal Injury Lawyers (APIL) Injury Awareness Week takes place this year between 26 – 30 June 2023. 30,000 people in the UK are injured by negligence every week on average and these injuries can have serious and lifelong consequences. This...
The Importance of a Lasting Power of Attorney for Business Owners
Running a business involves making critical decisions and managing important affairs. However, unforeseen circumstances can arise, such as illness, accidents, or incapacity, which may temporarily or permanently incapacitate a business owner. In such situations, it is...
The impact of a delayed cancer diagnosis
Whilst no one wants to hear that they have cancer, a speedy diagnosis is vital to give you the best chance of getting the treatment that you need to sort things out. A delayed cancer diagnosis can therefore be devastating, affecting you physically, emotionally, and...
Why do I need a will?
Wills play a crucial role in estate planning and the distribution of assets after someone passes away. Here are some key points regarding the significance of wills and why you need a well-written will: 1. Asset distribution A will allows you to set out how you want...
Rise in farming adverse possession claims
We are seeing increasing frequency in farming estates being the subject of claims concerning, amongst other things, boundary disputes. This apparent rise in adverse possession claims related to farming could be attributed to various factors. One possible reason is the...
Levi volunteers, making a difference
Volunteering always plays a key part in our communities and during Volunteers’ Week we wanted to highlight some of our colleagues who volunteer their time in different capacities supporting charities across the region. | Volunteering as an appropriate adult Zoreen...
Steven’s Last Word in the Leeds & Yorkshire Lawyer
Managing Partner, Steven Newdall has featured in the latest edition of the Leeds & Yorkshire Lawyer...read his full interview here. When asked what’s it like running a Yorkshire and London-based firm in 2023, he commented "It’s challenging but the forecast is...
I live in a house, why is there a management company for the estate?
When you own a flat or apartment, there is often a management company that manages the services for the block. Each flat owner will pay a service charge towards the cost. However, we do now often see freehold houses on estates with the same type of management company....
Levi Solicitors signs up to Mindful Employer Charter
We’re delighted to announce that Levi Solicitors has signed up to the Mindful Employer Charter – a set of voluntary aspirations for employers who are positive about mental health. The Mindful Employer Charter aims to recognise those employers who are working towards...
If I sue my doctor, will this affect my future treatment?
We are all entitled to sue for medical negligence if the standard of care received falls below an acceptable level and causes avoidable health problems. If you think that you have suffered because of substandard care, you shouldn’t be afraid to find out what you can...
Support available following a brain injury
Following Action for Brain Injury Week, every 90 seconds, someone in the UK is admitted to hospital with a brain injury. We highlight organisations that help and support people living with a brain injury. Colin Morris, Director of Communications at Headway UK, said:...
Levi Solicitors receive double recognition at the Modern Law Private Client Awards 2023
Levi Solicitors have been recognised at the inaugural Modern Law Private Client Awards 2023, being shortlisted in the ‘Private Client Team of the Year - Wills & Probate’ and ‘Business Growth’ categories. These awards have been launched specifically to celebrate...
Why should I make a Lasting Power of Attorney?
This week we are supporting Dementia Action Week. None of us know what is round the corner, and indeed if we may be diagnosed with dementia in the future. Nafisa Hussain is a solicitor in our wills probate and estate planning team, and a Dementia Friend. She explains...
Richard runs the Leeds Half Marathon
A huge well done to our very own Richard Coleman, our IT Manager who completed the Leeds Half Marathon over the weekend, raising funds for Yorkshire Cancer Research. Richard was diagnosed with Stage 3 cancer in August 2021. Following radiotherapy, chemotherapy and...
Dementia Action Week 2023
15 - 21 May is Dementia Action Week to raise awareness for the disease. Over 944,000 people are diagnosed with and are living with dementia in the UK. Many people worry about whether they will be able to make decisions for themselves if they are diagnosed. However,...
Government announces proposed employment law changes
We saw a raft of changes announced by the Government this week that may have significant consequences for employers and employees around: post-termination restrictive covenants; working time regulations; TUPE; and holiday entitlements / rolled-up holiday pay. The...
Debunking myths about wills
This Dying Matters Awareness Week, we are encouraging everyone to talk about and plan for after their death. One of the best ways to plan for the future is to make a will. Unfortunately, we hear the same myths about wills time and again. So we're here to clear things...
Dying Matters Awareness Week 2023
Talking about dying isn’t easy. That’s why we are supporting Dying Matters Awareness Week to encourage everyone to get talking in a way which works for them. Dying Matters is a campaign run by the charity, Hospice UK. This year, Dying Matters Awareness Week 2023 is...
Tracy Fox: Celebrating 35 years at Levi Solicitors
Tracy Fox, our Head Cashier, is celebrating 35 years at Levi Solicitors. As one of our longest-serving employees, Tracy started her journey with us back in April 1988. When the firm had just three computers! We asked Tracy to look back over the last 35 years, where...