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Buying or selling a home?

RIAA Barker Gillette has a long and dedicated track record in helping individuals and their families buy and sell residential property in central and north London and beyond.

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Costs benefit analysis plays a vital role in family law proceedings

At RIAA Barker Gillette, we conduct a detailed costs benefit analysis during the first meeting with our clients and after that, at regular intervals.

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RIAA Barker Gillette (UK) and Tibber Marks Solicitors Merge

London’s West End multi-service law firm RIAA Barker Gillette and North London residential and commercial real estate lawyers Tibber Marks Solicitors have today (1 September 2021) announced that they have merged.

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Top five tips for supporting EU workers post-Brexit

Now that the UK has left the EU, there are several knock-on effects for UK businesses. It's important that businesses don't forget their role as employers amidst the focus on ongoing trade, says Karen Cole.

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Companies must be on track for COVID-safe workplace

Companies anticipating a return to the workplace in the coming months, if the Government’s route map doesn’t stray too far, should be planning how to protect workers and customers once the country is released from the current Covid-related restrictions.

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No-fault divorce: An end to the blame game

Ministers announced on Monday that the Divorce, Dissolution and Separation Act 2020 will come into force on 6 April 2022, allowing married couples to divorce without assigning any kind of blame.

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DIY probate in England – understanding the risks

In England and Wales, probate is the procedure by which the deceased’s will is proven in court and the executors are given authority to distribute the estate. If there is no will, a similar process applies through “letters of administration”.

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What happens if there’s no will?

Someone passing away without a valid will is more common than you might expect. When this happens in England, the person is said to have died intestate, and it means the law steps in to decide what happens to their estate.

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Upward-only rent reviews to be banned in new commercial leases

The government has announced a significant reform to commercial property law in England and Wales. As part of the English Devolution and Community Empowerment Bill, upward-only rent review clauses will be banned in new commercial leases, marking a substantial shift in landlord–tenant dynamics.

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Family court hearings: What are these and when do they apply?

When relationships break down, it’s not always possible to sort out between yourselves where the children will live. In situations like this, the family courts in England and Wales provide a structured way to resolve disputes, with the child’s welfare at the centre of all decisions. But what are family court hearings, what do they deal with, and when might you find yourself involved in one?

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Business structures in the UK: Choosing the right option for your new venture

Starting your own business is an exciting challenge, but before you take your first steps, choosing the right business structure is essential. Your decision at the outset can influence everything from how you’re taxed to how much personal financial risk you take on.

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Different minds demand a different mindset

As diagnoses of ADHD, autism and other forms of neurodivergence increase, the challenge for employers is no longer awareness, but action. From legal obligations under the Equality Act to the cultural shift in how we understand difference, the workplace is being rewired.

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