Everys Blog: News & Updates

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Pets and Divorce – Who keeps the family pet?

One of the most often asked questions in a divorce is who is going to keep the family pet, be it the family dog or...
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Separation – Your Questions Answered

Who should pay for what in the immediate aftermath of a break up? There are no rules as to who should pay for what in...
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Why Use a Solicitors for the Elderly accredited lawyer?

Later life presents a set of challenges that, if not dealt with correctly, can have serious consequences not just for the individual concerned but for...
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Emma Gray Appointed Regional Co-ordinator

Solicitor Emma Gray, of Everys Solicitors in Honiton, was appointed as Regional Co-ordinator for the Devon & Cornwall region of “Solicitors for the Elderly” (SFE)...
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Why do I need a Power of Attorney?

Everys solicitors act for a wide range of individuals both in relation to ordinary, enduring and lasting powers of attorney.  The ideal position is to...
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Pre-Nuptial Agreements

It is not the most romantic topic to discuss when you have just become engaged but you may need to consider whether a Pre-Nuptial agreement...
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Christmas Arrangements for Separated Families

Now that we are in November, it is time to reach an agreement with your former partner about the arrangements for the children at Christmas....
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The Importance of having a Will – Supermarket Survey

A large supermarket recently carried out a survey which indicated that 91% of us think about our mortality regularly and a third of us speculate...
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Court of Protection: What does this mean?

The Court of Protection is the specialist court with jurisdiction over the property and financial affairs and personal welfare of people who lack the mental...
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How can we help you following an accident?

Being seriously injured in an accident which is not your fault is likely to cause a lot of stress and anxiety, particularly if you are...
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Do your Old Style Tax Planning Wills Need Updating Changes in the law?

Up until 9th October 2007, it was common for people to have Nil Rate Band Discretionary Trust Wills drawn up as a form of tax planning...
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FAQ’s Family Breakdown

1. How long does it take? Currently, the court is taking approximately 12 months to process a divorce from start to finish.  It is the...
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Changes to Inheritance Tax for families

From the 6th April 2017 there were changes to the amount a person can own on death before inheritance tax is payable. Previously an individual could...
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Can the Court override your Will?

This year, the High Court considered the case of Thompson v Thompson [2018] EWHC 1338 (Ch), a case involving a son who claimed he was promised all...
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Children FAQ’s

1. What rights do Grandparents have? Grandparents, currently, do not have any legal rights over their grandchildren. The only people with legal responsibility for a child is...