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Welcome to the Thornton Jones Solicitors Blog. Here you will find all our Blogs on topics covering all the services we offer.
In commercial property leasing, the Landlord and Tenant Act 1954 stands as a cornerstone statute, particularly concerning security of tenure – a concept that holds significant implications for both landlords and tenants. Let’s delve into what security of tenure entails under this landmark legislation and why it’s frequently excluded from commercial property leases. What is […]
We would all like to make gifts to our loved ones and often people would prefer to make such gifts during their lifetime, rather than after their death, so that they can witness the recipient’s enjoyment of receiving the gift. Lifetime gifting can also be a very effective way of reducing the value of a […]
When someone dies there are many things to be done, one being to arrange the funeral. But knowing the details of where to bury the deceased can be a challenge, especially if it’s unclear as to who owns the burial plot, if indeed a burial plot has been secured prior to the deceased’s passing. Perhaps […]
Although taking part in mediation is a preferred approach to resolving your differences when separating, like anything new to you, the prospect of entering into mediation can be to some a daunting one. Not knowing what to expect from the process and a fear of feeling alone can however be mitigated by choosing a process […]
Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) provides a variety of methods which can be used to resolve family disputes outside of going to Court. ADR aims to save parties time and money, reduce animosity between parties, as well as creating a more personalised outcome for families who are going through a stressful time, such as going through […]
Not being able to find the Executor of a Will can be very frustrating for the beneficiaries, even more so if the appointed Executor is the sole Executor. This can lead to problems as, when someone dies, their Will becomes the property of the Estate and a firm of Solicitors, for example, will usually be […]
When someone loses mental capacity it can be an upsetting and difficult time for family and friends. This can be made even more difficult if the person who has lost mental capacity doesn’t have a Lasting Power of Attorney in place meaning that there is nobody with the authority to care for the individuals finances […]
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As Private Client solicitors, one question we get asked repeatedly is whether you should gift your home to your children. This question usually stems from conversations in regard to inheritance tax and/or care home fees. Gifting your home to your children can be a great way to reduce tax liabilities and safeguard your most precious […]
