by Zoe Towlson | Jan 8, 2026 | buy-sell-home, Churchers News
The answer to this question depends on the terms of your individual lease and will usually turn on one of two possibilities. If the loft space is intended to form part of the flat, it will be included in the description of the extent of the property (often referred to...
by Zoe Towlson | Jan 8, 2026 | child-law-team, Churchers News
Who are CAFCASS? CAFCASS stands for the Children and Family Court Advisory and Support Service. They are an independent body, separate from the Court and Social Services. CAFCASS considers what is in the best interests of children in Family Court cases. CAFCASS...
by Zoe Towlson | Dec 2, 2025 | Churchers News, Dispute Resolution Team
Are you using or occupying land that you do not own? If you are using or occupying land that you do not legally own, you may be able to make a claim for adverse possession to become the land’s legal owner. What is adverse possession? Adverse possession arises where...
by Zoe Towlson | Dec 2, 2025 | Churchers News, landlord-tenant-team
If you are a landlord of a property let under an Assured Shorthold Tenancy Agreement, it is important to be aware of your options should your tenant fail to pay rent. One way to claim rent arrears from a tenant is by issuing possession proceedings under Section 8 of...
by Zoe Towlson | Nov 27, 2025 | Churchers News, Wills & Probate Team
On the 27th November 2025, Chancellor Rachel Reeves delivered the long-anticipated Autumn Budget. Focused on raising revenue for the treasury, the new tax measures were extensive, and the main points that may affect our clients are summarised below. Housing and...