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1st May 2026

Ellisons promotes Marion Knocker to the Partnership  

Ellisons has announced the promotion of Marion Knocker, a highly regarded residential property lawyer in the Colchester market, to the Partnership, effective 1 May 2026. Based in the…

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30th April 2026

What to do if your solicitor’s firm has closed

What to do when your solicitor’s firm closes, merges or changes ownership When a solicitor’s firm closes, merges or changes ownership, clients may have questions about what happens…

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The Renters’ Rights Act 2026: Guide for Residential Landlords

What Residential Landlords Need to Know The private rented sector is entering a period of significant reform. From 1 May 2026, the Renters’ Rights Act 2026 will introduce…

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29th April 2026

New Rules on Contractual Control Rights for Land

Key implications for landowners, developers, and promoters New rules on contractual control rights for land, introduced under The Provision of Information (Contractual Control) (Registered Land) Regulations 2026, and…

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Probate in 2026: What Families Need to Know

Dealing with the loss of a loved one is never easy, and the legal process that follows can often feel overwhelming. In 2026, probate in England and Wales…

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17th April 2026

Objecting to a Deputyship Application

Objecting to a Deputyship Application When someone applies to become a Deputy for a person who lacks mental capacity, the Court of Protection must be satisfied that the…

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15th April 2026

Conditional Contracts in Property: A Practical Guide for Buyers, Sellers and Developers

Conditional contracts are agreements that become binding or enforceable only when a specific event occurs. Such documents are used as they can add flexibility and protection to both…

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13th April 2026

Subject to Contract: When Does a Settlement Become Legally Binding?

The Technology and Construction Court (TCC) has recently revisited an issue that arises often in construction disputes: when do settlement negotiations become a binding agreement? In Baltimore Wharf…

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8th April 2026

Addressing Inheritance Tax in Your Will: Avoiding Unfair Outcomes

Why it’s important to set out how Inheritance Tax (IHT) is split in your Will. When making a Will, most people focus on who will receive their estate.…

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Energy Performance Certificate changes 2026: New Rules Explained

Following consultations the Government have announced new regulations for Energy Performance Certificates (EPCs).   Residential EPCs: The current EPC metric will be replaced with a more holistic approach.…

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