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Pre-action protocols - What you need to know before starting a civil claim
Thinking of taking someone to court? You must follow the 'pre-action protocol' first. Learn about court procedure, how to write a letter before action, and avoid legal penalties. Free step-by-step guide. This information is about the law in England and Wales.
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Victoria Evans
Victoria specialises exclusively in Family Law. She advises married and unmarried individuals on a wide range of matters including divorce and separation, financial remedies and domestic abuse. Victoria also frequently deals with private child arrangements, which can determine where a child is to...
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Rebecca Bye
Rebecca qualified as a solicitor in February 2018 and specialises exclusively in Family Law. Rebecca advises clients in relation to a broad range of family matters including, but not limited to, disputes regarding children, divorce and financial matters following a separation. Whilst working at her...
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Eviction
It is very stressful and upsetting when your landlord tells you to leave your home. If you have been given section 21 ‘no-fault’ eviction notice, or a section 8 eviction notice, it can be hard to know what your rights are. Here we explain what to do if you facing eviction, or if you think you have been illegally evicted.
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Renting and tenancies
Support with starting a tenancy, and getting a guarantor. What rights you have in rented accommodation can depend on what type of tenancy you have. For example, if you are renting from the council or a housing association, or if you are renting from a private landlord. It can be difficult getting started with a tenancy if you cannot find someone to guarantee your rent, or if you are finding it hard to prove that you have the right to enter or remain in the UK. We will help you understand what your options are and work out how to solve any problems you encounter.
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How to negotiate with your landlord
Learn how to successfully negotiate with your landlord or letting agent. Get practical tips so you are better equipped to deal with conversations about rent increases, repairs, and resolving disputes without going to court. This information applies to England and Wales.
Training news
Local authority support for migrants with NRPF online workshop
Free online workshop The workshop will take place on Tuesday 19th May 10am - 3.45pm. This training looks at the support available under Section 17 Children Act 1989 and Care Act 2014 for migrants with no recourse to public funds (NRPF). It is aimed at frontline organisations who are regularly...
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How to get repairs done in your privately rented home
If you're having difficulty getting your private landlord to fix a problem with your home, don't give up. Dealing with damp, mould, a broken boiler, or other repairs? Our guide helps you work out your rights and what to do next. This guide is for England only.
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Get a divorce without a lawyer
Understand what you need to do to get a divorce or end a civil partnership, and how to do it if you do not have a lawyer. Get to grips with the new 'no-fault' divorce law and how you can apply for a divorce online through the online court. Divorce is one of the most stressful, confusing and painful times people go through - this guide has everything you need to find your way through the maze. This guide is about the law in England and Wales only.
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Legal costs and who pays them
Understand legal costs in small claims and fast track cases. Learn who pays the winner's costs, how to claim your expenses, how to minimise costs, and the risk of paying the other side’s costs. The information in this guide applies to England and Wales.
