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FeatureRenters’ Rights Act 2025: what’s changing and when?
The Renters’ Right Act marks the biggest shake-up of the private rented sector in decades. Nick Martyn discusses what the changes will mean for renters and landlords, and looks at the recently announced implementation dates
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FeatureWill they, won’t they?
As practitioners continue to debate the proposed changes to wills law – and await the government’s response – Diana Bentley examines the possible impact of the new legal regime
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FeatureLitigation friend
Sarah Clarke explains the process of working with the Official Solicitor, where the Official Solicitor acts as litigation friend in financial remedy proceedings
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FeatureFinding relief
John D. Bunker and Laura Colville look at the upcoming changes to inheritance tax regarding property relief
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FeatureFinancial foresight
Two recent court judgments have important implications for strategic estate planning. Chris Fairhurst shares a practical perspective for private client solicitors
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FeatureEthics in: Will drafting
Drafting a will is always a sensitive business. Melissa Maple, Emma Bhuttae and Cian Jones explore the ethics of will preparation, and the considerations and challenges it involves
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FeatureDigital doubts?
Are electronic wills the future, or does going digital put some clients at greater risk of coercion and undue influence? Andrew Hitchon looks at the issues
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FeatureDirect dealing
Stacey Bryant and James Pantling-Skeet explain what direct payments are and how they work – and explore the implications of Calderdale v Lumb
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FeatureConsequences of conflict
Oksana Voinarovska, with Alberto Perez Cedillo, examines how the Russia-Ukraine war has impacted succession and estate planning for Ukrainian nationals
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FeatureBalancing the books
Is your firm wrestling with residual balances? Jane Farr advises you on how to best deal with them now – and avoid them in the future
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FeatureFAQ: Should we have a deputy COLP?
Our Practice Advice Service answers a commonly asked question from compliance officers for legal practice (COLPs)
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FeatureSelling a probate property
Darren Leggett, of Law Society partner Property Ladder Group, looks at best practice when selling a residential property as part of probate
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FeatureStress test
Is burnout inevitable in law? Holly Miéville-Hawkins explores the latest evidence and suggests how you as an individual can add small healthy practices to your working day
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FeatureRobot wars
Artificial intelligence is dismantling traditional web traffic strategies. For law firms, this means rethinking their search engine optimisation and content marketing strategy
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FeaturePeak performance
If you struggle with business development, networking or self-promotion, performance psychology may help you change your mindset. Stuart Munro shares his tips for success
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FeatureOn thin ice
Failing to properly return client monies is in breach of the SRA Accounts Rules and can lead to regulatory action. Andrew Blatt explains the potential issues associated with residual balances – and what firms can do to clear them
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FeatureFour-part harmony?
With concerns for solicitors’ mental health and wellbeing ever present, Diana Bentley learns how two very different law firms have successfully implemented a four-day week
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FeatureEvents horizon
Sue Bramall shares her checklist for getting the most out of networking events