All Feature articles – Page 36
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FeatureIn on the act
The Commercial Rent (Coronavirus) Act will be published this month. Claire Hartley and Louise Day look at what’s in it and what it will mean for commercial rent arrears
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FeatureThe pros of AML audits
Anti-money laundering continues to remain a high priority for the regulator and firms should be considering an audit to evaluate the extent to which they are in the scope of AML regulations. Amy Bell outlines the advantages
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FeatureFreeports – state of play
A year has passed since the March 2021 budget day announcement of the first eight freeport locations. Kate Garcia considers what progress has been made since then and what we can expect to happen next
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FeatureGenerating work
Michael Connelly explores the importance of referrals for generating more conveyancing work and outlines how to ensure your firm is getting the most from your relationships and partnerships.
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FeatureStolen property alert
Recently there have been stories in the media about the fraudulent sale of properties. Peter Rodd looks at relevant cases and outlines some of the warning signs of vendor fraud
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FeatureEnergy efficient?
Minimum energy efficiency standards are changing. Jenny Doran outlines the implications for landlords of commercial properties
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FeatureAgents of change
Sarah Dwight considers the historical dynamic between estate agents and property practitioners, and suggests how the relationship might be improved
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FeatureHMOs: Back to basics
Robin Stewart revisits the subject of houses in multiple occupation and outlines some tricky issues for property practitioners to consider
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FeatureBoard games
Bernadette Bennett talks to a number of property companies and suppliers about how the process of onboarding clients might be improved
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FeatureCase update
Nigel West considers the result of an intervention by the regulator into a solicitors practice.
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FeatureObituary: Chris Whitehouse
We were all saddened to hear of the death late last year of Chris Whitehouse, esteemed barrister and a regular speaker at Private Client Section events. Here, Lesley King and Melinda Giles pay tribute
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FeatureTaking stock digitally
Stuart Adams reviews a new Law Society title for private client solicitors concerning digital assets
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FeatureFriendly reminder
Molly Hunter and Melissa Lesson examine the role of litigation friends in cases where a client has capacity issues, including fluctuating capacity
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FeatureDecrypting crypto
Kate Burt summarises what has changed regarding cryptoassets, and what you need to know
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FeatureVersus predator
The risk of vulnerable parties entering into a predatory marriage is gaining increasing attention, both in the press and in the legal profession. Bethan Byrne and Sheena Cassidy Hope explore how new protections can be achieved through changes in the law
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FeatureBack to Basics: Health and welfare LPAs vs advance decisions
Paula Shea looks at advance care planning, the various options and how to prepare clients for life-threatening or life-sustaining situations.
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FeatureAt capacity
Holly Miéville-Hawkins and Holly Chantler review some key welfare cases from 2021, and the implications they have for financial deputies and attorneys