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Introducing our Charity of the Year 2021- The Joseph Cooper Trust

Ellis-Fermor & Negus are happy to announce that our new Charity of the year 2021 is the Joseph Cooper Trust! We b…
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15th April 2021

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Supporting junior rugby in Beeston!

Ellis-Fermor and Negus Solicitors are delighted to have helped sponsor the purchase of new floodlights at Nottingham …
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9th April 2021

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Stamp Duty Land Tax Holiday Extension: What does it mean for me?

Last year, the UK government launched a temporary ‘Stamp Duty Land Tax Holiday’ on house purchases up to £500,000 in …
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9th March 2021

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What is a Settlement Agreement?

A settlement agreement is a binding legal agreement between you and your employer which usually brings your employmen…
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16th January 2021

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When Should I Review My Will?

Writing a Will is an important way of ensuring that your family and loved ones are protected and provided for if you …
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7th January 2021

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Don’t Leave It Too Late – Lasting Powers of Attorney

You may have made a Will, but have you considered who would look after your affairs during your lifetime and ensure y…
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14th December 2020

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Expert advice for your family this Christmas

Christmas is a time for families to be together. However, for separated parents it is not always that simple, this ye…
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1st December 2020

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Good Divorce Week 2020

Today is the first day of Resolution’s Good Divorce Week 2020 (30 November – 4 December) which aims to raise aw…
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30th November 2020

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What are my responsibilities as a charity trustee?

Charity trustees have overall responsibility for managing how a charity is run. With increasing regulation, it’…
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10th November 2020

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Welcome To Our New Trainee Solicitor, Dylan Stanway!

We are pleased to welcome our new Trainee Solicitor Dylan Stanway to the team! Dylan has recently begun a two-year Tr…
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13th October 2020

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Extended Notice Periods – What do Landlords Need to Know?

In recent years the law on possession has tightened for UK landlords and the Covid-19 pandemic has brought further ch…
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21st September 2020

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Miriam Lowry qualifies as a Solicitor!

Congratulations to Miriam Lowry on qualifying today as a Solicitor! Miriam has completed a Training Contract here at …
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9th September 2020

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