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This year marks 100 years since the introduction of the Law of Property Act 1925. This piece of legislation continues to underpin property law in England and Wales today. In...

You may be aware of the recent data breach affecting the Legal Aid Agency (LAA), which has been reported by the Ministry of Justice. This breach relates to a cyber-attack...

In the latest episode of ‘The Martin Lewis Money Show’, the Moneysaving Expert discussed the importance of Wills and Powers of Attorney. He also answered some frequently asked questions about...

Is it time to update your Will? Update Your Will Week runs from 3rd-9th March 2025. During the week, the Association of Lifetime Lawyers is urging people to review their...

This article provides an overview of the upcoming changes to Inheritance Tax (IHT) rules in England and Wales. We outline what is expected to change in the coming years and...

Lifetime gifts could be the perfect way to spread the love this Valentine's Day. There are several advantages to making lifetimes gifts. However, there are also various rules, exemptions, and tax implications you should be aware of when making lifetime gifts. So, if you are Clueless about lifetime gifts but think it’s About Time you made some, you may find this romcom-themed article helpful!

In this blog post, Children Lawyer Sian Churchill gives an update on life as a disabled lawyer for UK Disability History Month 2024. UK Disability History Month is an annual...

We wish all our clients, contacts and members of the community a Merry Christmas and a healthy, happy and prosperous New Year. The festive season at Crane & Staples is...

Will Tyler KC (36 Group), Andlib Mohsin (4BC) of Counsel, and our Sian Churchill represented a Mother in the Father’s appeal against a County Court decision not to move the...

As of 26 October 2024, a new legal duty will come into force in the UK, requiring employers to take reasonable steps to prevent sexual harassment in the workplace. This...

Crane & Staples Sponsors Local Youth Teams: Welwyn Garden City Cricket Club Juniors and Panshanger FC U11 Pumas At Crane & Staples, we are proud to support local youth teams...

After 35 years at Crane & Staples, and an extraordinary 48 years practising as a solicitor, it is with a mix of pride and sadness that we announce the retirement...

Navigating the responsibilities of an executor after a loved one’s death can be overwhelming, especially during such an emotional time. This comprehensive guide offers step-by-step instructions on what an executor...

Employers often face difficult decisions when employees engage in criminal behaviour outside of work. This article explores the legal considerations and challenges employers must navigate when deciding whether to dismiss...

The Private Wealth Law team at Crane & Staples are celebrating their third consecutive ranking in the Chambers & Partners High Net Worth Guide. Crane & Staples in the Chambers...

Once you have power of attorney over someone, you may wonder what this means and how you action it. This article will explain what you can do as someone’s attorney....

If you are looking to purchase a property, you may find the below tips for first time buyers a useful starting point. For most people, buying a house is the...

When the relationship between a company and its senior executives, at board level or below, sours, a parting of the ways is usually inevitable. This is called a Senior Exit....

Head of Care Solicitor Sian Churchill and Counsel Jessica Redford (3DJB) appear in reported case: A Local Authority v The Mother & Ors [2024] EWFC 19 (B) representing a Father...

A summary of the latest changes to employment law expected in 2024, by Employment Partner Michael Scutt. If the last year was relatively quiet for employment lawyers, this year is...

We wish all our clients, contacts and members of the community a Merry Christmas and a healthy, happy and prosperous New Year. The festive season at Crane & Staples is...

Sian Churchill of Crane & Staples and Amy Stout of Counsel (3DJB) represented the Father in an appeal made by the Local Authority to the Court of Appeal. The appeal...

Last month the Worker Protection (Amendment of Equality Act 2010) Bill received Royal Assent.  The Act will come into force in October 2024. In brief, this new Act amends the Equality...

In this Halloween-themed article, Eloise Bishop explains why using a professional Conveyancing Solicitor will help you avoid any freaky frights in your property transaction! While to some, conveyancing may seem...

What is a Declaration of Trust? A Declaration of Trust is a legal document confirming the terms on which an asset, such as a property, is held on trust. The document...

In this article, Commercial Property Secretary Sheryl Hartigan outlines the proposals in the new Renters (Reform) Bill 2023 and explains how this will change the current situation for landlords and...

We are pleased to be part of this year’s Screen On The Green and are the proud sponsors of The Super Mario Bros movie, which is showing for FREE on...

In this article, we will explore some of the key aspects of Capital Gains Tax on inherited property in the UK (England and Wales). Inheriting property from a late family...

The Telegraph recently highlighted the ongoing LPA registration delays.  With a third of a million Lasting Power of Attorney applications still pending, families have been expressing their concerns over paying...

Three of our inspirational women lawyers scooped coveted awards at the Hertfordshire Law Society dinner. On Thursday 6th July 2023, legal professionals from across Hertfordshire gathered at the historic Hatfield...