If you are nearing the end of your commercial lease, whether you are a landlord or tenant, you may be wondering if your lease falls inside or outside the Landlord and Tenant Act 1954. Leases that fall inside the Act generally mean you will have [...]
The legal system has historically relied on in-person attendance and paper-based procedures, but there has been a significant shift in recent years. With digital platforms continually advancing and improving, and global disruptions caused by the COVID-19 pandemic, the legal system has had to adopt remote [...]
At a time when businesses are under increasing scrutiny from regulators, investors, and the public, effective corporate governance is more important than ever. For companies operating in the UK, understanding the legal and regulatory framework is not just about compliance, it’s about protecting your business, [...]
Two years ago, we proudly shared the exciting news that three of our young and talented professionals were the first at Backhouse Solicitors to enrol onto the Level 7 Solicitor Apprenticeship with BPP. Then in 2024, we were delighted to extend the same opportunity to [...]
In addition to physical assets, nearly all of us now have some kind of digital footprint. This usually includes email or social media accounts, retail subscriptions, photographs or music stored on electronic devices, but may extend to digital assets with monetary value, such as cryptocurrency [...]
A recent article by Today’s Wills and Probate reported that a recent freedom of information request from HM Courts & Tribunals Service showed that there has been a significant increase in applications to block probate over the last 15 years. Focusing on data collected from [...]
If you’ve ever worked in a shared office with a mix of freelancers, start-ups and small businesses, you’ve probably been in a co-working space. While they are flexible, convenient and increasingly popular, the agreements that make them possible are very different from a traditional commercial lease.Here [...]
One of the most important steps you can take for later life planning is preparing a Will, and it’s important to get it right the first time. There are several common mistakes that are made that can lead to disputes, confusion, and even invalidate the [...]
When entering into a commercial lease, tenants and landlords often overlook Stamp Duty Land Tax (SDLT) until the bill arrives. It’s a tax due to HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) on both the upfront premium and the net present value (NPV) of rent. Understanding how [...]
When running a business, there are various challenges and issues that arise, and unfortunately, disputes between shareholders can be one of them. Conflicts such as this can impact any size company, and tensions can soon escalate beyond internal resolution if not dealt with swiftly. Thankfully, [...]
