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Thames Hill Solicitors are a London based law firm specialising in Immigration & Public law.

Thames Hill Solicitors serve as the gateway to immigration excellence in the UK, Europe, and beyond, catering to the specific requirements of local and regional needs. Whether you are a business, an individual, a thriving global organisation, or embarking on a new venture, our tailored immigration services are designed to fulfil your unique needs.

14/04/2026

Divorce does not automatically end financial claims

Many people assume that once a divorce is finalised, all financial ties are over. In England and Wales, that is not necessarily the case. While the no-fault divorce process has a 20-week minimum period before a conditional order, followed by a further 6 weeks and 1 day before applying for a final order, the divorce itself is separate from financial remedy.

The court can make financial orders dealing with matters such as:
• lump sums
• maintenance
• property adjustment
• pension arrangements

The legislation also gives the court power to consider whether financial obligations should be brought to an end through a clean break, where appropriate.

So, even after a final divorce order, financial claims may remain open unless they are properly resolved by court order. That is often why a financial order or clean break order is so important.

If you are navigating divorce and want clarity on financial protection, pensions, or property issues, early advice can make a significant difference.

01/04/2026

Family Law: Occupation Orders — who leaves the home?

An Occupation Order is a type of injunction the court can use to decide who should live in, return to, or be excluded from the family home. In suitable cases, it can regulate occupation of the home or prevent someone from entering certain areas.

In England and Wales, applications are generally made on Form FL401, supported by a witness statement, and they can be made without notice where the legal test is met. There is no court fee for applying.

The court may consider the statutory balance of harm test in certain occupation order applications, weighing the likely harm to each party and any relevant child if an order is made or not made.

These orders are usually fact-specific and may be time-limited, so the evidence and the way the application is prepared can be very important.

30/03/2026

GMC health concerns and fitness to practise

A doctor is not disciplined simply for having a health condition. The real regulatory question is whether the issue affects the doctor’s ability to practise safely and whether any action is needed to protect patients, maintain public confidence, or support the doctor’s own interests.

Where health becomes relevant in a GMC investigation, the GMC may obtain material such as medical records, employer evidence, witness statements, expert reports, or ask the doctor to provide a written response. In some cases, the matter may also be considered for interim restrictions while the investigation continues.

Possible regulatory outcomes can include:
• no further action
• undertakings or conditions
• suspension or referral to tribunal, depending on the evidence and level of risk.

Early legal advice can help doctors respond strategically, present medical evidence properly, and address concerns about fitness to practise at an early stage.

28/03/2026

GMC interim orders: conditions or suspension?

If a matter is referred to an Interim Orders Tribunal (IOT), the tribunal can consider whether your registration should be restricted on an interim basis before the underlying case is decided. The available outcomes can include no order, interim conditions, or interim suspension.

In deciding whether an interim order is necessary, the tribunal considers factors including:
• protection of patients
• the wider public interest and confidence in the profession
• the doctor’s own interests, including health where relevant.

These measures are serious, immediate, and often strategic. They are also temporary, although they may continue through review and extension within the legal framework. Preparation and evidence at this stage are important.

If you have been referred to an Interim Orders Tribunal, early legal advice can help you understand the process, prepare your response, and protect your position.

26/03/2026

Retaliatory eviction: know your rights

If you complained in writing about serious disrepair and later received a Section 21 notice, the notice may not always be enforceable.

Under the law, protection can arise in certain cases of retaliatory eviction, particularly where:
• disrepair was reported in writing
• the landlord failed to respond adequately
• the local authority became involved and served the relevant notice

Evidence is important. Keep copies of:
• emails
• letters
• inspection reports
• council notices

If you have received a Section 21 notice after reporting disrepair, early legal advice can help you understand whether the notice may be invalid and what steps to take next.

25/03/2026

HMO licensing: can you claim rent back?

Some rented properties require an HMO licence. This may apply where:
• there are 3 or more tenants
• forming more than 1 household
• and sharing facilities

If a landlord operates a licensable HMO without a licence, they may be committing a criminal offence. In some cases, tenants can apply for a Rent Repayment Order (RRO).

An application is made to the First-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber), and an RRO may require the landlord to repay rent paid during the relevant period.

If you think your landlord may be operating an unlicensed HMO, early legal advice can help you understand your position and next steps.

23/03/2026

Referred to the GMC: what happens next?

If a concern is referred to the GMC, the process usually begins with an initial assessment to decide whether it raises a potential issue about a doctor’s fitness to practise. Not every referral progresses to a full investigation.

If the matter does proceed, the GMC may obtain material such as medical records, employer evidence, witness statements, and expert reports, and the doctor may be asked to provide a written response. In some cases, the matter may also be referred for interim restrictions while the investigation is ongoing, particularly where there are concerns about patient safety, public confidence, or the doctor’s own health.

Following investigation, independent Case Examiners may decide whether:
• the case should be closed
• a warning is appropriate
• undertakings may be agreed in some cases
• the case should proceed to a hearing

If the case is referred onward, a Medical Practitioners Tribunal will consider whether fitness to practise is impaired and, if so, what action should follow.

If you have been referred to the GMC, early legal advice can be important in protecting your position and responding strategically.

18/03/2026

Non-Molestation Orders: court protection in family law.

A Non-Molestation Order is a court order that can provide protection from abuse, threats, harassment, or unwanted contact. In appropriate cases, it can restrict certain behaviour and help protect the applicant through the court process.

In urgent situations, the court may be able to make an order without notice to the other party. It is also important to know that breaching a Non-Molestation Order is a criminal offence.

Evidence can be important when making an application, including:
• messages
• photographs
• call records
• other relevant supporting material

Orders are usually made for a set period, but they can sometimes be extended depending on the circumstances.

If you feel unsafe or need urgent legal protection, contact Thames Hill Solicitors for advice.

16/03/2026

Section 21 notice: is your eviction notice valid?

A Section 21 notice is often described as a “no fault” eviction notice, but that does not mean it is automatically valid. Strict legal requirements must still be met before a landlord can rely on it.

Points to check may include:
• whether your deposit was protected within 30 days
• whether prescribed information was given
• whether you received the Gas Safety Certificate
• whether you received the EPC
• whether you received the current “How to Rent” guide
• whether the landlord used the correct legal form, usually Form 6A

If a Section 21 notice is invalid, the landlord may need to remedy the issue before lawfully pursuing possession. You should not assume you must leave immediately, and you should not leave without advice.

For advice on Section 21 notices, housing disputes, or possession defence, contact Thames Hill Solicitors.

13/03/2026

Child arrangements in England and Wales: what happens if parents cannot agree.

Child arrangements determine:
• where a child lives
• the time spent with each parent
• practical contact arrangements

The key legal principle is that the child’s welfare is the court’s paramount consideration. Before applying to court, parents are usually expected to consider mediation, subject to certain exceptions.

Court applications may arise where communication breaks down, agreements are not followed, or there are safeguarding concerns. If needed, the court can make a Child Arrangements Order covering living arrangements, contact schedules, and holiday or handover arrangements.

Preparation matters. Clear timelines, communication records, and safeguarding information can become important, particularly where there is urgency, conflict, or risk.

For advice on child arrangements, mediation steps, or court applications, contact Thames Hill Solicitors.

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