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The Chancellor has announced that the Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme (furlough scheme) will remain available until 31 March 2021. For claim periods running to January 2021, employees will receive 80%...
https://enochevans.co.uk/articles/extension-to-the-furlough-scheme/
We have been asked to discuss the potential for employers to request that employees take a Covid-19 vaccination. Existing employees Without any contractual term already being in place for existing...
https://enochevans.co.uk/articles/no-vaccination-no-job/
There is a common misconception that once you are divorced, that draws a line under everything legally. In reality, obtaining the final decree of divorce (called the ‘Decree Absolute‘) serves...
https://enochevans.co.uk/articles/divorce-and-future-financial-claims-what-you-need-to-know/
As expert divorce lawyers we routinely hear the same questions and myths surrounding separation and divorce. So here are our top 10 myths debunked! 1. “You can get a ‘quickie’...
https://enochevans.co.uk/articles/top-10-divorce-myths-debunked/
Following a recent announcement by Boris Johnson our family team have received several telephone calls and emails from parents about contact arrangements for their children. Parents are concerned about the...
https://enochevans.co.uk/articles/covid-19-and-contact/
For those that have recently agreed a financial court order there may be questions you have if there has been a sudden change in your circumstances about whether that financial...
https://enochevans.co.uk/articles/covid-19-family-financial-orders/
Applications for divorce are increasing because of the challenges people faced during the pandemic, with many couples trying to save costs with a ‘DIY’ divorce online. But is that the...
https://enochevans.co.uk/articles/digital-divorce/
Christmas can be a very difficult time of year for various reasons. Children of separated parents are, understandably, eager to spend time with both of their parents over the festive...
https://enochevans.co.uk/articles/separated-parents-what-time-should-the-children-spend-with-each-parent-over-christmas/
The financial and administrative burdens faced by families of missing loved ones will be eased after legislation has recently been laid to pave the way for ‘Claudia’s Law’. Named after...
https://enochevans.co.uk/articles/claudias-law-what-you-should-know/
Through the latter half of the 20th Century, the UK population has been steadily getting older and this trend is projected to continue in the future. A large number of...
https://enochevans.co.uk/articles/residential-care-who-pays/
It is estimated that more than 80,000 people who have had deputies appointed for them by the Court of Protection are owed refunds of historic overpaid supervision fees. The refunds...
https://enochevans.co.uk/articles/could-you-be-owed-deputyship-fee-refunds/
Am I classified as a vulnerable person? How do I get priority home delivery? In the UK, there are more than 400,000 vulnerable people who have no friends or family...
https://enochevans.co.uk/articles/covid-19-management-of-finances/
There have been many reports in the news recently regarding Sir Ken Dodd marrying his partner while on his deathbed, which meant that his estate avoided around £11 million in...
https://enochevans.co.uk/articles/its-never-too-late-to-get-your-affairs-in-order/
The Office of Tax Simplification (‘OTS’) has published its long-awaited review on reforming Inheritance Tax. The report focuses on how Inheritance Tax could be made “easier to understand and more...
https://enochevans.co.uk/articles/new-rules-on-inheritance-tax/
The Spouse Exemption shouldn’t be all you rely on. Inheritance Tax is the tax levied on the estate of a person who has died, which applies (at 40%) once assets...
https://enochevans.co.uk/articles/looking-to-reduce-inheritance-tax/
Inheritance Tax (‘IHT’) is a 40% tax levy charged after someone dies, should their estate exceed certain levels. It is payable by the estate prior to distribution and therefore effectively...
https://enochevans.co.uk/articles/is-your-estate-to-pay-avoidable-inheritance-tax/
As the cost of Government support for those affected by the coronavirus continues to increase, talk inevitably turns to how it will be funded. Tax rises are an option but...
https://enochevans.co.uk/articles/inheritance-tax-in-the-spotlight/
Inheritance Tax (‘IHT’) is a 40% tax levy charged after someone dies, should their estate exceed certain levels. It is normally payable by the estate prior to distribution and therefore...
https://enochevans.co.uk/articles/inheritance-tax-and-estate-planning-the-residence-nil-rate-band/
A pair of studies have revealed that UK grandparents are reconsidering their plans following the Coronavirus pandemic, which may mean that many families are set to inherit more than they...
https://enochevans.co.uk/articles/grandparents-set-to-increase-gifting-following-pandemic/
In June, we reported here on the Government announcement in April 2019 to repeal section 21 of the Housing Act 1988, thereby abolishing “no fault evictions”, and its plans to...
https://enochevans.co.uk/articles/government-consultation-on-tenancy-reforms/
Given the importance of Lasting Powers of Attorney and the serious consequences if you get it wrong, we would strongly recommend taking legal advice from us when preparing Lasting Powers...
https://enochevans.co.uk/articles/your-lpa-what-can-go-wrong-if-you-dont-use-a-solicitor/
It has been reported that there were nearly 13,000 investigations of potential financial abuse by the Care Quality Commission (the independent regulator of health and adult social care in England)...
https://enochevans.co.uk/articles/have-you-chosen-the-right-attorney/
In this unprecedented time, many of us have turned our focus to personal affairs. People are quite rightly focused on their Will; however equal consideration should be given to Lasting...
https://enochevans.co.uk/articles/covid-19-do-i-need-a-lasting-power-of-attorney/
It has never been a more relevant time to prepare your Lasting Powers of Attorney. Covid-19 has created uncertainty around many people’s health and finances and has focused attention on...
https://enochevans.co.uk/articles/lasting-powers-of-attorney-and-covid-19/
Purchasing a property at auction is a quick process and, once the hammer falls, the winning bidder is legally committed to buying the property. You will have to pay a...
https://enochevans.co.uk/articles/what-happens-after-making-a-purchase/
You may have been aware of the long-running case between famous energy drink company, come sports sponsor, Red Bull GMBH (“Red Bull”), and a UK company Big Horn UK Limited...
https://enochevans.co.uk/articles/bull-verses-ram/
In recent years, it is likely that you may have come across Bitcoin in the news. Like all new investments, this has paved the way for others and now there...
https://enochevans.co.uk/articles/what-are-digital-assets/
There have been many reports in the news recently regarding Aretha Franklin’s estate. Itwas initially thought that she had died without making a Will, only for three handwritten Wills to...
https://enochevans.co.uk/articles/respect-your-will/
Some individuals review theirWillsregularly ensuring that they amend them to take account of changes in family circumstances, changes in the law or changes to their personal fortunes. However, others do...
https://enochevans.co.uk/articles/deeds-of-variations/
There is a general perception that Wills are for the elderly and those in ill-health but life is uncertain. Everyone needs a Will, to ensure your hard earnt assets are...
https://enochevans.co.uk/articles/is-it-necessary-to-make-a-will/
It has been reported recently by This is Money that more people are now entering into new relationships much later in life, creating a greater need for expert advice. There...
https://enochevans.co.uk/articles/my-elderly-relative-is-getting-married-will-it-cause-an-issue/
There is a general perception that Wills are for the elderly and those in ill-health but life is uncertain. Everyone needs a Will, to ensure your hard earnt assets are...
https://enochevans.co.uk/articles/everyone-needs-a-will/
It is estimated that two-thirds of adults in the UK do not have a Will, meaning that the strict laws of intestacy will determine how the Estate is to be...
https://enochevans.co.uk/articles/a-professionally-drawn-will-why-do-i-need-one/
The Government have announced a significant shake-up to the 183-year-old rules about signing Wills in England and Wales. Genuine issues for solicitors and those making Wills have come to the...
https://enochevans.co.uk/articles/wills-by-video-conferencing-now-valid/
As part of an initiative we have supported for a number of years, we are proud to have raised £1,000 for St Giles Hospice during a recent ‘Make Your Will...
https://enochevans.co.uk/articles/moneyraisedforlocalcharity/
Supporting charities has always been a priority for Enoch Evans and we have a long history of working with charities in the local community. This year we have taken the...
https://enochevans.co.uk/firm-news/new-charity-committee/
A LEADING West Midlands law firm is celebrating an exciting new chapter after announcing a significant acquisition of a Staffordshire-based solicitors’ firm. Enoch Evans LLP, which was established 137 years ago and is the largest...
https://enochevans.co.uk/firm-news/137-year-old-law-firm-celebrates-exciting-new-chapter-following-acquisition/
As we continue to grow and expand, we are delighted to announce the addition of two new team members, Kelly Pledger joins us as a solicitor in the Commercial Litigation...
https://enochevans.co.uk/firm-news/welcoming-new-faces-to-our-team/
The shortlist for Birmingham Law Society’s 2020 Legal Awards has been unveiled and we are proud to be among the nominees for Law Firm of the Year (Regional). The 19th...
https://enochevans.co.uk/firm-news/weve-made-the-shortlist/
We are pleased to announce our continued support for Sutton Coldfield-based charity, The Cancer Support Centre by taking part in its “Make A Will Fortnight” for the second year running....
https://enochevans.co.uk/firm-news/swapping-fees-for-fundraising/
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