Everys Solicitors News Archive
Farming families have long relied on careful, long-term planning to ensure that their land and businesses are passed down through the generations. However, following announcements in the autumn budget, significant changes are on the horizon that will impact the way these farms are managed and structured for inheritance tax (IHT) purposes. The changes to Agricultural…
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As we celebrate National Apprenticeship Week, we’re shining a spotlight on the benefits of apprenticeships and the impact they have on career development. At Everys, we offer a supportive and dynamic learning environment where apprentices can grow and gain valuable industry experience. We sat down with Jessica Beaty, an Apprentice Administrator in our Private Client…
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Making a Will is a vital step in making sure that your wishes are carried out after you die. However, it’s not just about making a Will – it’s just as important to keep it updated whenever there are significant changes in your life. Key events, such as marriage and divorce, can have a considerable…
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What is a Non-Molestation Order? A Non-Molestation Order is a court order that prevents an individual (such as a partner, ex-partner, or associated person) from committing or threatening abuse against another person, whether it be direct or indirect. This includes abusive behaviours like harassment, intimidation, and pestering through various means such as in-person encounters, phone…
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As we come to the end of Family Mediation Week in the UK, focus has once again been drawn to the benefits of mediation and the pivotal role it plays in family law. Over recent years there has been an increased drive and focus on the need for alternative dispute resolution, of which mediation is…
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If you are party to Children Act proceedings, the court may order a section 7 report to be undertaken under the Children Act 1989. This report is prepared by a CAFCASS Officer or someone from the Local Authority, usually a social worker. The court will consider whether a section 7 report is appropriate on a…
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A civil partnership is a legal union between two individuals, providing them with rights similar to those of married couples once they register. It is legally recognised and offers an alternative to marriage in the UK. Originally, civil partnerships were introduced to allow same-sex couples to form a legal union, but now any couple, regardless…
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The Domestic Abuse Act 2021 defines domestic abuse as behaviour consisting of physical or sexual abuse, violent or threatening behaviour, controlling or coercive behaviour, economic abuse, psychological, emotional or other abuse. It does not matter whether the behaviour consists of a single incident or a course of conduct. The impact can be devastating for victims…
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It is a common misconception amongst separating spouses that simply obtaining a divorce will also bring an end to the financial matters. However, the financial claims between a married couple do not end upon final divorce order (previously decree absolute); they remain live until dismissed by way of a separate Court order. Even in circumstances…
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An important factor for us here at Everys is not only providing services for our clients and resolving any challenging problems but continuity of service. Once we’ve built a relationship we want to be here for our client’s EVERY need. In this article Emma Davies (Associate in the Litigation team) and Donna Hart (Head of…
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