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The Renters (Reform) Bill introduced a proposal to ban so-called “no-fault evictions”. During discussions on the Bill in the House of Commons this week, the government revealed that it intends to delay introducing the proposals until the courts have been reformed. It...
Creating a will is a crucial step in planning for the future. And if you have children, protecting them will be at the forefront of your mind. Making provisions for your children in your will ensures that their financial and guardianship needs are met in the event of...
We have all been there. You have agreed a contract, which can be a lengthy process in itself, only to realise there is a mistake in the contract. When mistakes happen they can cause issues even with the most solid agreements. These mistakes can sometimes be a...
If you are involved in a legal dispute, you may be considering whether to instruct solicitors or to self-represent. It is not mandatory to instruct a solicitor or direct access barrister to represent you in court. You can represent yourself in many courts, as a...
Levi Solicitors has strengthened its team with new appointments and promotions across the firm. Lee Daniels has joined as our new Conveyancing Manager in the Residential Conveyancing team to meet the needs of the firm’s expanding workload and increasing client base....
The team at Levi Solicitors embarked on a month-long charity challenge throughout September. The challenge saw 28 colleagues walking, running, cycling, stepping and clocking up a total of 1,504 MILES throughout September in aid of Andy's Man Club. With suicide rates...
We are extremely proud to announce we are a direct sponsor for the second year for Chanelle Rushforth, who plays rugby for Barnsley Ladies. Having completed her training contract with us earlier this month, Chanelle is now a solicitor in our conveyancing department....
This October, we are proud to be partnering with St Gemma’s Hospice to support their Make a Will month. | How does it work? The aim is to raise money for St Gemma’s Hospice, so it is suggested that you make a will, and give a donation to the Hospice in your will. In...
According to new research, a third of people moving house in the current market are downsizing. However, the increase in interest and mortgage rates were not the main driver behind the decision to move a smaller house. Quickmove Properties surveyed around 7,000 UK...
The Employment Relations (Flexible Working) Act 2023 has now received 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. The Act makes the following changes to...
From the 1 October 2023 the Fixed Recoverable Costs (FRC) regime will extended for claims up to £100,000 and the extension will take effect through changes to the Civil Procedure Rules (CPR). This means that only a fixed amount of costs (as set out in the tables...
Levi Solicitors has appointed Andrea Wilby as Head of HR & Talent Acquisition. Andrea joins Levi’s management team to work with partners and staff on recruitment, retention and all our people development needs. She has over 20 years’ experience and has held senior...
We are delighted to share the news that we have been shortlisted at the British Wills and Probate Awards 2023. The awards were introduced in 2018 and have become a mainstay of the wills and probate sector, highlighting achievement, and recognising excellence in the...
We always advise that it is best to instruct a specialist wills solicitor to prepare your will. This is because using unqualified, rogue will writers can be risky and potentially harmful for several reasons. Here are some key reasons why you should avoid using...
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...
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...
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....
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....
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...
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...
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 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....
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...
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...
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,...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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....
