Commercial property development is a complex and often high-stakes field. For a project to succeed, developers need more than just capital and vision; they need an outstanding legal partner. A commercial solicitor delivering exceptional service to property developers must possess a blend of specialist legal knowledge and superior customer relationship skills. KWW Solicitors in East
The trend of people drafting their own wills, or using DIY will kits and online services, is on the rise. While DIY wills may seem like a cheaper and more convenient option, the expertise and protections offered by a solicitor can prevent costly and emotionally draining problems for your loved ones in the future. When
As a wills specialist, one of the most common misconceptions we at KWW Solicitors encounter is that estate planning simply involves writing a will. While a well-drafted will is the cornerstone of any robust estate plan, it’s often just the beginning. For many individuals and families, particularly those with complex circumstances or significant assets, the
Unsurprisingly given that almost two centuries have past since the Wills Act of 1837 was signed into English and Welsh law, it has become hopelessly out of step with modern society. On May 16, 2025, the Law Commission, the independent body that reviews and recommends reforms to the law, delivered a landmark report and accompanying
In the intricate world of UK law, certain documents act as flexible tools, allowing for necessary adjustments and amendments to existing agreements or legal arrangements. One such instrument is the Deed of Variation (DoV). While it might sound complex, understanding what a DoV is and when it can be used is incredibly helpful, particularly in
The UK Wills & Probate Consumer Research Report 2025 reveals a significant and encouraging trend: more of us are finally getting around to making a will. For the first time since records began, more than four in 10 UK adults (41%) now have this crucial document in place. This represents an uplift from 38% in
It was three years ago that we saw the introduction of the no-fault-divorce regime in England and Wales. Until April 6, 2022, navigating divorce often meant wading through a murky swamp of accusations and blame. To legally end a marriage, one party typically had to prove the other was at fault, citing reasons like adultery,
The Government has this week confirmed it plans to launch a consultation on cohabitation, with the overriding concern being the legal rights and protections for women in cohabiting relationships. Lord Ponsonby of Shulbrede, the minister overseeing family justice, marriage and divorce, told a House of Commons justice select committee that a formal consultation will be
When a marriage or civil partnership ends, the process of divorce can be emotionally draining and financially complex. You may feel overwhelmed with the changes you are facing as you go through a divorce, and quite often going from a household with two incomes to one can be a struggle. “If you do not own
While the specific terms of any will are up to the individual who makes it, after they have died there may be circumstances where those left behind wish to pass their gift to someone else. “Beneficiaries don’t have to accept their inheritance, whether under a will or under the terms of intestacy,” says Jack Haskew,