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Boundary Disputes Explained: What Are Your Legal Options?

Boundary disputes between neighbours can be among the most acrimonious and costly legal disputes there are. Understanding the legal framework and the options available to you from ...

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How long does a possession order take in England and Wales

One of the most common questions landlords have when facing a problem tenancy is: how long will this take? The honest ...

25 March 2026
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What evidence do you need at a possession hearing for rent arrears

Walking into a possession hearing without the right evidence, or with paperwork that is defective: is one of the most ...

23 March 2026
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Understanding Property Ownership: Leasehold, Freehold, and Commonhold Explained

When buying or managing property in England and Wales, one of the most important but often misunderstood distinctions ...

13 February 2026
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Effective Strategies for Resolving Landlord and Tenant Disputes

Landlord and tenant disputes are one of the most common sources of legal conflict in property law. While many tenancies ...

10 February 2026
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Property Law

Boundary Disputes: A Guide for Homeowners

Boundary disputes with neighbours are more common than you might think; homeowners often find themselves in a ...

29 January 2025
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The Role of a Barrister in Resolving Inheritance Disputes

Inheritance disputes can be emotionally taxing and legally complex, often arising during an already challenging time. ...

06 September 2024
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Divorce, children & domestic matters
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01 How to Prepare for Your First Meeting with a Divorce Barrister 02 How Long Does a Divorce Take in England and Wales? 03 What Documents Do I Need for Financial Remedy Proceedings? 04 How Is Property Divided in Divorce in England? 05 What Is a No-Fault Divorce and How Does It Work? 06 Signs Your Divorce Financial Settlement Is Unfair and What to Do

Employment Law

Dismissal, discrimination & tribunal claims
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01 What Is Indirect Discrimination at Work and How Do You Prove It? 02 What to Do If Your Employer Announces Your Role Is at Risk of Redundancy 03 How to Challenge a Performance Improvement Plan at Work 04 How to Assess the Strength of a Discrimination Claim Before You File 05 What Counts as a Day One Employment Right in the UK 06 How Raising a Formal Grievance Affects a Later Employment Tribunal Claim

Property & Landlord Law

Possession proceedings, eviction & disputes
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01 What Is an Easement and How Can It Affect Your Property? 02 What Is a Dilapidations Claim and How Do You Dispute One? 03 How to Handle a Right of Way Dispute with a Neighbour 04 How to Evict a Tenant for Rent Arrears: A Step-by-Step Guide 05 What Is a Section 21 Notice and How Does It Work? 06 What to Do When a Planning Permission Decision Goes Against You

Probate

Wills, estates & inheritance disputes
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01 How Long Does Probate Litigation Take in UK Courts? 02 Early Advice on an Estate Dispute Before Grant of Probate 03 What to Do If an Executor Refuses to Distribute an Estate 04 How much does it cost to contest a will with a direct access barrister 05 Inheritance Tax: Reliefs and Redemptions 06 What Are Intestacy Rules? UK Law on Dying Without a Will

Commercial Law

Contracts, business disputes & claims
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01 Boundary Disputes Explained: What Are Your Legal Options? 02 What evidence do you need at a possession hearing for rent arrears 03 How does adverse possession work in England and Wales 04 How to Complete a Section 8 Notice: A Guide for Landlords (2025) 05 How to Complete a Section 21 Notice: A Guide for Landlords (2025) 06 How to Claim Adverse Possession: A Step-by-Step Guide

Direct Access

Hiring a barrister directly without a solicitor
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01 Why Early Legal Advice From a Direct Access Barrister Can Save You Thousands 02 What Types of Cases Are Not Suitable for Direct Access? 03 Is a Direct Access Barrister Cheaper Than a Solicitor? 04 What Can a Direct Access Barrister Do That a Solicitor Cannot? 05 What Is a Litigant in Person and What Help Can I Get in Family Court? 06 Can I Use a McKenzie Friend in the Family Court?
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Direct Access

What is Direct Access and can I instruct a barrister without a solicitor?

Most people do not know they can hire a barrister directly. This guide explains what Direct Access is and when it makes sense to use it.

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Direct Access
Direct Access

Barrister vs solicitor: what is the difference and when do you need each?

They are both qualified lawyers but they do different things. This guide breaks down the distinction in plain English.

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Direct Access

How much does a barrister cost and how are fees calculated?

Pricing is the most common question we receive. This guide gives honest, indicative cost ranges by case type and hearing.

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