For many business owners, planning tends to focus on growth, profitability, and long-term exit strategies. However, one key risk is often overlooked, and that is: what would happen if you were suddenly unable to make decisions for your business? A Business Lasting Power of Attorney [...]
If you own a flat, the number of years remaining on your lease is an important consideration. A shorter lease can affect the value of your property, limit your ability to remortgage, and make it less attractive to potential buyers. Many leaseholders are unaware of [...]
Many couples assume that if they live together, their partner will automatically inherit if one of them dies. Unfortunately, that is not always the case. There is a common misconception that cohabiting couples acquire the same legal rights as married couples or civil partners. In [...]
I am delighted to be joining the Litigation team at Backhouse Solicitors and would like to take this opportunity to introduce myself. I qualified as a Solicitor after successfully completing both stages of the Solicitor Qualifying Examination (SQE). Before qualifying, I completed my Law Conversion [...]
In today’s fast-moving world of business, many companies invest heavily in products, branding, marketing, and innovation. They focus their attention on sales, growth, and day-to-day operations, yet overlook one of their most valuable assets: intellectual property (IP). From your company name and logo to creative [...]
We have all heard the terms ‘Litigation’ and ‘dispute resolution’, but what do they actually mean in practice? Both are ways of settling disagreements, and while they share the same goal, they take very different approaches. Litigation and Dispute Resolution are processes in which legal [...]
With the growing awareness surrounding neurodiversity, employers are having to adapt to new ways of working to support and facilitate those with neurodiverse needs. Neurodiversity encompasses conditions such as autism, ADHD, dyslexia, and others. Rather than considering this as an issue to manage, employers are [...]
From 13 July 2026, changes to a number of court and tribunal fees came into effect following updates published by the Ministry of Justice. The changes form part of an ongoing review of court and tribunal funding and the fees charged for different types of cases. [...]
Buying your first commercial property is exciting. Whether you're opening new business premises, expanding your company or stepping into property investment, owning commercial property can be a significant milestone. However, commercial purchases are very different from buying a home. Hidden costs, legal issues and unexpected [...]
When planning ahead, many people focus solely on their Will. While a Will is essential, it may not always provide the level of protection or control you want in place. Trusts are often overlooked when it comes to estate planning, yet they can play a [...]
