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Here you will find useful information about our services, the industry and company news.Reservation Agreements – an end to disappointment for home buyers and sellers?
By David Williams, Solicitor, Director & Head of Property A frequent question asked by clients in conveyancing transactions is “what can I do if the seller or buyer pulls out - will I be able to get my costs and expenses back from the other party?” At present,...
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Rightmove is reporting a period of much-needed stability for home-movers
This January, Rightmove is reporting the largest monthly rise ever recorded at this time of year, with 2.3% surge in the price of property being listed for sale, and claiming that the housing market is ‘springing into life’. The full report can be seen here. What...
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Lasting Powers of Attorney – Do you have one?
A Lasting Power of Attorney is a document that allows a person to appoint trusted individuals to make important decisions about care and finances on their behalf, in the event of a loss of mental capacity through an accident or illness such as dementia. It is by...
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New Family Law – at a standstill
Parliament’s website has confirmed that the dissolution of parliament and the forthcoming election means that the long awaited Domestic Abuse Bill and the Divorce, Dissolution and Separation Bill will not be progressed at this time, leading to substantial delays...
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Christmas and the kids
As a separated parent, it can be difficult to agree Christmas arrangements with the other parent. The perception of what is fair and even between you may be very different, and there may be wider family events to throw into the mix, as well as handovers, Christmas...
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Onions & Davies achieve bronze award from the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme (ERS)
By Louise Martin - Director, Solicitor & Family Mediator In March 2017, we sealed our commitment to supporting the armed forces in our local community by signing up to the Armed Forces Covenant to recognise the value that serving and veteran personnel, and...
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10 reasons to use an SFE (Solicitors For the Elderly) accredited lawyer
The decisions and plans you make now will have a huge impact on your later life. Getting them right is essential. An SFE accredited lawyer is an expert in older client law and will ensure you get the best possible legal advice for your future. SFE members: Know...
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“Mum, Dad: We Need To Talk”
By Louise Martin, Head of Family & Family MediatorI attended a course recently on Child Inclusive Mediation at which a woman in her 20s, now a successful professional working in the city, gave a brief address to the delegates on her experience of...
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‘Free Wills Month’ this October at Onions & Davies
We are participating in ‘Free Wills Month’ this October at Onions & DaviesWe are delighted to be involved this year in the ‘Free Wills Month’ campaign, designed to encourage Will-making for those people who don’t have a Will or need to update their...
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Onions & Davies Ltd secures Law Society’s conveyancing quality mark
Onions & Davies are delighted to announce that we have secured membership to the Law Society's Conveyancing Quality Scheme (CQS) - the mark of excellence for the home buying process.We underwent rigorous assessment by the Law Society in order to...
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