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Better protection for victims of domestic abuse
According to the recent ONS data, an estimated 2.3 million people aged 16 years and over experienced domestic abuse in the year ending...
05/12/24Family Law: G v Human Fertilisation and Embryology Authority
A recent ruling has provided insight into the laws that govern the use of eggs in fertility treatment after the donor’s death. The facts...
29/11/24Tax-Efficient Wealth Transfer: Outright Gifts, Excess Income Gifts, and Trusts Explained
With the cost of living for many families becoming increasingly more expensive, a key consideration for many people is how to assist...
26/11/24IHT Q&A: 'The Trust Rush'
The recent Budget introduced several significant changes to Inheritance Tax (IHT). Notably, pension pots will now be included in IHT...
26/11/24Sharia Series: Arranged, Forced, and Love Marriages
Marriage is a significant institution in Islam, emphasizing companionship, mutual respect, and familial ties. Many Muslims are aware of a...
20/11/24Family Law Considerations of Relocation to Middle East
Relocating to the Middle East can present many exciting opportunities and there are myriad reasons why families, divorced and separated...
19/11/24Inter-country adoption: What is it and what is the legal process of adopting a child from overseas?
Inter-country adoption is the process by which a child, habitually resident in one country is adopted by an individual(s) habitually...
19/11/24The importance of creating an asset log for effective estate planning
Arrangements may be in place to secure the financial future of those around you following your death – so take the time now to think...
08/11/24Lessons in Surrogacy: Z (Foreign Surrogacy) [2024] EWFC 304
Mrs Justice Theis handed down her judgment at the end of last month in this recent case involving an application for a parental order in...
05/11/24Budget 2024: Changes To Stamp Duty Land Tax
Chancellor Rachel Reeves delivered her first budget on Wednesday 30 October, setting out the government’s tax and spending plans. This...
30/10/24What the Budget could mean for Residential Property
The much anticipated first Labour budget is predicted to introduce significant tax changes. As the residential property market, stalled...
28/10/24Remittance basis of taxation – changes to non-dom status and impact on family law cases
As we anxiously await news of any proposed tax changes in the forthcoming budget, we have seen an increase in enquiries from clients with...
25/10/24Judicial Separation, Intestacy and Wills: Understanding the Interaction
When it comes to the intersection of judicial separation and the death of one of the parties, the legal nuances can be quite intricate....
10/10/24It’s all about you, isn’t it?
How do you want to live your life? What medical treatment would you not want to receive? Where would you like to live? Who would you like...
09/10/24Property Presents; Unwrapping The Legal Surprises When Gifting Property Or Property Deposits
As the next generation of property owners struggle, more and more parents, grandparents and family members are making gifts to secure a...
07/10/24Sharia Series: Married at Four Sights. The recognition of Polygamy in Sharia and English Law
Polygamy is the practice of having more than one spouse simultaneously, and it’s often a topic that generates much debate. The topic of...
07/10/24“You Can’t Always Get What You Want” when it comes to Will and Estate challenges
“You Can’t Always Get What You Want” when it comes to Will and Estate challenges As the latest performance at the Chichester Festival...
02/10/24Female Voice Network: Authentic Impact, Building Your Brand
As part of our women-led initiative “The Female Voice”, our Manchester office recently hosted a panel of awe-inspiring women and...
27/09/24Leeson v McPherson – unlawful killing, forfeiture, trusts, and probate.
The recent case of Leeson v McPherson is a sad case involving Paula Leeson and a reminder of the importance of the Forfeiture Act 1982...
25/09/24Autumn Budget 2024 – How might capital taxes be affected on 30 October?
Key points There could be changes to inheritance tax and capital gains tax rates, reliefs or allowances on 30 October but nothing is...
24/09/24Pension Sharing on divorce – comparing England and Australia
According to statistics from the Australian government, at the end of June 2022, over 1.1 million people who were born in the United...
18/09/24Charitable Will-Writing: Avoiding Ambiguity
When a person makes a Will, there should be no room for doubt as to what was intended, whether that relates to the identity of the...
12/09/24Giving to Charity - Considerations for Professional Advisors
With Remember A Charity Week in mind, and Irwin Mitchell’s recent £500,000 contribution to the Irwin Mitchell Charity Foundation in...
09/09/24Increase in fines for taking children out of school during term-time
As of 19 August 2024, families in England face higher fines for taking their children out of school during term-time without permission....
04/09/24VAT on Private School Fees – Reviewing Investment Plans
On 29 July, the Chancellor Rachel Reeves announced that VAT at 20% will be introduced on private school fees from 1 January 2025. This...
22/08/24Domestic Abuse: It Ends With Us
Warning: Please note that this article deals with domestic abuse. The recent release of It Ends With Us, a film-adaptation of Colleen...
19/08/24Abolition Of The Furnished Holiday Letting Rules
HMRC published draft legislation on 29 July 2024 confirming that they plan to go ahead with the abolition of the furnished holiday...
15/08/24Surrogacy Law Reforms – One Year On From The Proposals For Change, Where Are We Now?
The 1st – 7th August marks National Surrogacy Week in England & Wales. Irwin Mitchell’s Fertility Team of Excellence will be posting a...
07/08/24Payments In Surrogacy Arrangements
The 1st – 7th August marks National Surrogacy Week in England & Wales. Irwin Mitchell’s Fertility Team of Excellence will be posting a...
06/08/24The Current Framework – A Guide To The Current Laws In Respect Of Parental Responsibility
The 1st – 7th August marks National Surrogacy Week in England & Wales. Irwin Mitchell’s Fertility Team of Excellence will be posting a...
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