This time last year, we shared the exciting news that three more dedicated members of the Backhouse Solicitors team were beginning their journey towards qualification through the Level 7 Solicitor Apprenticeship progreamme with BPP. One year on, Courtney, Lucas and Charlotte have taken time to [...]
Backhouse Solicitors are delighted to announce our move to a new office at 105 Broadway, Leigh-on-Sea, marking an exciting new chapter for our growing firm. Since opening our Leigh office on Elm Road, we have been overwhelmed by the warm welcome from local residents, businesses [...]
Taking on your first commercial premises can be one of the most exciting milestones for a new business. However, many business owners are surprised to discover that the annual rent is only a fraction of the true cost of occupation. Understanding these costs before signing [...]
Every successful business starts somewhere. For many, it begins at the kitchen table with a laptop, an idea, and a willingness to take a risk. But as your business grows, what worked in those early days often needs to evolve. Scaling up is not just [...]
As an Employment Solicitor, I am delighted to be joining Backhouse Solicitors. With the firm having originally been established as an Employment Law specialist before successfully expanding into a wider range of legal services, it feels particularly fitting to become part of the team. I [...]
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 [...]
