by Helen Connett | Jul 25, 2024 | News, Front Page, Blog
Continuing Professional Development (‘CPD’) forms a critical part of a lot of professions. Doctors must attend regular training sessions, to ensure they can provide the best care to their patients. The same goes for Conveyancers; the law is constantly changing. Our...
by Marni Stevens | Jul 16, 2024 | News, Front Page, Blog
Fraud prevention is vital in conveyancing. The sums of money involved in a Conveyancing Transaction makes the Conveyancing industry, and property lawyers in particular, a significant target for fraudsters and criminals. Huge amounts on money can be stolen or laundered...
by Helen Connett | Jun 26, 2024 | Blog, News, Front Page
After the Grenfell Tower fire in June 2017, the Government established a Building Safety Programme with the aim of “ensuring that residents of high-rise residential buildings are safe, and feel safe from the risk of fire, now and in the future.” From this tragic event...
by Matt Roberts | Jun 18, 2024 | News, Front Page, Blog
Why I wanted to become a Solicitor and how did I get there? My interest in law began when I was in Secondary School and was offered the opportunity to complete against other schools and colleges in a Mock Trial run by the Citizenship Foundation. I found the experience...
by Gill Holder | Jun 13, 2024 | News, Front Page, Blog
The Residence Nil Rate Band (RNRB) is an additional Inheritance Tax (IHT) allowance that applies in the UK if certain conditions are met. It started in April 2017 and is available in addition to the general Nil Rate Band (NRB) which is currently £325,000. The RNRB was...
by Marni Stevens | Jun 12, 2024 | News, Front Page, Blog
Legal Indemnity Insurance is a specialist type of insurance policy, often used by Conveyancers where there is an issue with the legal title to a property, or where documentation necessary to meet a mortgage lender’s requirements is missing. Such insurance is designed...
by Helen Connett | May 29, 2024 | News, Front Page, Blog
Lawyers regularly use technical language and legal words and phrases, which can make it difficult for clients to understand the stage their matter is up to and, to make matters worse, lots of lawyers also use different words to mean the same thing! Here at Talbots...
by Marni Stevens | May 7, 2024 | Front Page, Blog, News
What Happens on the Completion Date? On the Completion Date, the Buyer’s conveyancer transfers the balance of any purchase monies to the Seller’s conveyancer. Upon receipt of those monies, the Seller’s conveyancer releases keys to the Buyer. Usually, keys to a...
by Marni Stevens | Apr 24, 2024 | News, Front Page, Blog
You must pay Stamp Duty Land Tax (SDLT) if you buy a property or land over the prescribed figure set by the Government in England and Northern Ireland. There are some notable exceptions: First Time Buyers have a different SDLT ‘threshold’ figure to existing property...
by Bryan Colley | Apr 18, 2024 | News, Blog
Every workplace carries inherent risks. From a slip in the office to exposure to hazardous materials, employee safety is a top priority. This is where understanding employer’s liability in the UK becomes crucial. What is Employer’s Liability?...
by Michelle Guest | Apr 15, 2024 | News, Blog
Following the publication by the Ministry of Justice of the response to its consultation on ‘Implementing increases to selected Court and tribunal fees’, the Court and Tribunal Fees (Miscellaneous Amendments) Order 2024, SI 2024/476 has been issued...
by Marni Stevens | Apr 4, 2024 | News, Front Page, Blog
Here at Talbots Law, we have industry leading Conveyancing teams who’ve won awards both regionally and nationally. Part of what makes us different is our commitment to both the training of new team members and having a comprehensive training system to aid career...
by Bethan Buckley | Mar 27, 2024 | News, Blog
We sat down with Bethan Buckley, a family paralegal in our Stourbridge Office to talk all about what a Family Paralegal does and what someone can expect from a career in family law. “Well for starters, what is a Paralegal?” A Paralegal is a member of a...
by Pamela Arrowsmith | Mar 20, 2024 | News, Front Page, Blog
Pet nups are becoming a more and more common agreement prior to the start of a relationship commitment, and with good reason! The grief of losing a pet can be immense and is simply an unthinkable circumstance for many of us. On divorce or separation, losing contact...
by Richard Stone | Feb 15, 2024 | News, Blog
When someone dies, we are often asked the questions: “What is a Grant of Probate and do I need one?” The official terminology for a Grant of Probate is that it is a Grant of Probate of a Will, with the Latin word ‘probate’ meaning “to test or prove”. ...
by Katie Chance | Feb 6, 2024 | News, Blog
The Court of Protection has always been a hot topic of discussion within the legal sector with their long time scales, complex procedures and somewhat un-sympathetic approach. However, recent changes to the Court’s application process should result in a positive...
by Daniel Malin | Apr 30, 2026 | News, Blog, Business Services, Commercial Property
We are delighted to announce the expansion of our Commercial Property team in Telford with the appointment of Rachel Raybould-Dear and Charmaine Wilding, further enhancing the firm’s ability to support businesses across Shropshire and the wider region. Rachel and...
by Daniel Malin | Apr 29, 2026 | Blog, Commercial Property, News
If you are a tenant or landlord, you may be interested in a lease extension on your property. The process can often be daunting without any legal help or advice. The legal jargon for both tenants and landlords when it comes to lease extensions is overwhelming....
by Daniel Malin | Apr 29, 2026 | News, Blog, Company Management, Business Services
If you’re launching a new business or with co-founders or bringing investors into your venture, it’s essential to formalise your arrangement with a legal agreement. This is where it’s important to know the difference between documents like the founders’ agreement and...
by Jodie Walsh | Apr 29, 2026 | News, Blog, Conveyancing
When lenders promote a free legals remortgage, it can seem like an easy win. No legal fees, less to organise, and one less cost to worry about. For straightforward cases, this option can work well. However, many homeowners later discover that “free” legal services...
by Jodie Walsh | Apr 28, 2026 | Blog, Medical Negligence, News
A recent BBC report has drawn attention to important hospital inquest findings following the death of James White, an 88-year-old man who died after leaving his ward at New Cross Hospital in October 2024. The inquest examined the circumstances surrounding James’ care...
by Rachel Raybould-Dear | Apr 23, 2026 | News, Blog, Commercial Property
Underinsurance in UK commercial property is becoming a significant issue. As construction costs rise and regulations evolve, many commercial properties are insured below their true reinstatement value, creating substantial financial risk for owners. This is...
by Tessa Rhodes | Apr 21, 2026 | Blog, Debt Recovery, News
Getting paid on time is essential to maintaining healthy cash flow. Late or unpaid invoices can quickly disrupt operations, strain supplier relationships, and divert valuable management time. The good news is that many common causes of delayed payment can be tackled...
by Sue Howard | Apr 14, 2026 | Trusts & Estates
The Situation We were instructed to assist with the administration of an estate that included a small piece of grazing land in a rural village. As with many estates, alongside the legal process there was a clear focus on making sure the assets were handled properly...
by Hollie North | Apr 9, 2026 | Front Page, Blog, Personal Injury
An accident in a public place can happen when you least expect it, whether you are in a supermarket, walking along a pavement or visiting a public space. While some incidents may seem minor at first, others can lead to serious injuries such as fractures, dental...
by Rajni Kandola | Apr 2, 2026 | Personal Injury, News, Blog
Suffering an injury while on holiday can be distressing, especially when it happens in unfamiliar surroundings. For UK travellers, pursuing an accident abroad compensation claim can feel complex, particularly when large tour operators and international regulations are...
