Merryweather Williams

08/01/2021

Does your current Will make provision for your digital assets?

Overwhelming majority of people do not account for digital assets in their wills, research finds.

22/07/2020

With the Government's temporary reduction in Stamp Duty Land Tax, now is the perfect time to move house. Details of the reduction can be found at:
https://www.gov.uk/guidance/stamp-duty-land-tax-temporary-reduced-rates

Please contact us if you require any advice or assistance.

Reduced rates of Stamp Duty Land Tax (SDLT) will apply for residential properties purchased from 8 July 2020 until 31 March 2021 inclusive.

27/03/2020

The Government has released official guidance regarding moving home under the new CoVid-19 restriction. Full details of the advice can be found at:

This guidance applies to people buying or selling private residential homes which they intend to live in.

18/03/2020

Pensions are often overlooked by clients when considering the division of finances following a Divorce. It is important to get expert legal advice to ensure that provision for your old age is protected.

Chancery Lane says ex-partners could be left financially vulnerable if a pension-sharing order fails.

17/03/2020

Making a Will is one of the most important decisions in your life. Make sure that you seek proper professional assistance from an expert Solicitor. Have a look at the Law Society's note on Wills:

Breaking down misconceptions about solicitors – summary When facing legal issues, the best person to turn to for advice is a solicitor. They are experts in their field and always aim to get their client the best possible outcome. However, facing legal issues can be daunting and, if ...

16/03/2020

The breakdown of a relationship can be a very difficult and stressful time for all involved. Reduce your anxiety by seeking expert legal advice from one of our Family Solicitors.

12/03/2020

11/03/2020

A Lasting Power of Attorney is the only recognised way to grant your friends or relatives authority to make decisions on your behalf once you are no longer able to. See our Information Sheet for more details:

https://merryweatherwilliams.com/wp-content/uploads/Lasting-Power-of-Attorney.pdf

Lasting Powers of Attorney More and more people are finding themselves in the situation where either they or a loved one no longer has the ability to make decisions regarding their welfare or finances. Unfortunately, once someone has lost mental capacity, the process of ensuring appropriate decision...

10/03/2020

We are very pleased to see that the Government is making significant progress with the Enhanced Domestic Violence Bill. According to the ONS, 2.4 million adults experienced domestic abuse in the U.K. in the year ending March 2019.

09/03/2020

Our Solicitors understand the emotional distress that the breakdown of a relationship can cause. We at Merryweather Williams are committed to achieving the best legal solution for our clients whilst always considering the impact to their own personal well being.

05/03/2020

Buying your first home can be stressful, so make sure you choose an experienced and independent solicitor who can guide you through the process and ensure that any issues are dealt with properly.

03/03/2020

It is not uncommon for developers to push buyers towards using their own solicitors when purchasing new builds. They often offer a much cheaper price but remember to consider; whose best interest are they really looking after? Can the advice they are providing really be unbiased when they work so closely with the person I'm buying from?
It is so important to ensure that the advice you receive is completely independent which is why we at Merryweather Williams do not have any financial relationships with third parties which may compromise the advice we give.

Competition and Markets Authority concerned solicitors could compromise duty to clients to avoid losing recommendations.