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Any type of litigation can be complicated and stressful. So are Small Claims really that simple that anybody can deal with them? It is a common misconception that there is a separate ‘Small Claims Court’. In fact, Small Claims are handled by...
Whether you’ve had a car accident , an accident at work or suffered personal injury in any other way, we’re here to help. Paul Smith is Head of the Personal Injury Team and along with other members of the team is a...
Despite a relationship lasting over 30 years, the Court of Appeal has decided that - in the absence of any clear intention to share property ownership - a cohabitee was not entitled to anything. In Curran v Collins , Mr Collins and Ms Curran...
Chattertons have appointed a new partner who is returning to her roots in the area. Boston raised Desley Sherwin has joined Chattertons in their Dispute Resolution and Employment departments. Desley has family...
The Chattertons Stamford office has recently welcomed a new solicitor to their Family Law department. Nick Robertshaw, who qualified in 2008, will be dealing with a wide range of Family matters at Chattertons Solicitors; including...
Jo Chidlow qualified as a Chartered Fellow of the Institute of Legal Executives in 2003 before joining Chattertons Solicitors the following year to pursue a career in FamilyLaw. Working in Sleaford, Jo deals with a full range of family...
Are you aware that the Equality Act affects you if you sell goods or deliver services to the public? Your company should offer fair prices and services to all of its customers. A service provider is prohibited from discriminating against a person with a...
Are you or your business struggling to receive payment of debts owed to you? Does someone owe you money who you are no longer able to trace? Our Debt Recovery Department aim to take the stress out of bad debt. We can collect debts in the UK and...
Does your business have an up to date email and social media policy? Have you been relying on the same policy for many years? As social media use is on the rise and thousands of emails are exchanged everyday, it may be time to ensure your policy is modern...
Friday 15th May 2015 will mark the International Day of Families which was inaugurated in 1993 by the UN to promote awareness of issues relating to families and to increase knowledge of the social, economic and demographic processes affecting families....
Do you own or occupy premises? Are you aware of your duty of care to all visitors whether they are lawful or trespassers? If someone is injured, you could face a claim for compensation. The Occupiers Liability Act 1957 applies to owners and occupiers of...
Do you rent out residential or commercial property? Are you aware of the new energy efficiency rules being introduced from April 2018? Failing to comply with the new laws could affect your property’s value and marketability. Energy Performance...
The Chattertons Grantham office has recently welcomed a Family Law Solicitor to their team. Liz Graham , who has been with Chattertons Solicitors since 2010, is a partner at the firm and Head of the Family Department. Liz has...
The most radical pension changes in almost a century were introduced on 6th April 2015. Pension Freedom Most pension investors aged at least 55 now have total freedom over how they take an income or lump sum from their pension. They...
Do you own a business? Have you paid your employees or directors any benefits or expenses in the past year? If so, you may need to consider whether you have any reporting obligations as the current tax year draws to an end. Taxable expenses and benefits...
We have reviewed the detailed Budget information and have put together a snapshot of the measures that we believe will have most impact and relevance to our clients. It has been indicated that further legislation applying to a variety of taxes will be...
Are you a Landlord of a rented property? Have your tenants left without settling outstanding water debts? It is the responsibility of a tenant to settle any outstanding water bills before leaving rented accommodation however customers are not obliged to...
From 6th April 2015 married couples and civil partners will be able to transfer up to £1,060 of their personal tax allowance to their spouse or civil partner, thus reducing the tax bill for the recipient by £212. To be...
With rising property prices, far more people are feeling the burden of Inheritance Tax (“IHT”). IHT is charged on the value of your estate exceeding the nil-rate band (“NRB”). The NRB has been frozen at £325,000...
Are you or your business owed any debts? Do you have debts you are struggling to pay? With an ever-changing economy, the problem of debt is never far away. There has been a recent focus on how debts are affecting both businesses and individuals....
Homeowners who don’t get a survey are left with an average of £5,750 in repair bills, according to the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS). Nearly a third of homebuyers fail to commission a survey and a fifth end up with homes they...
Many people don’t realise that the act of marriage causes any existing Will of the husband and wife to be automatically revoked. They should therefore consider as soon as possible after the marriage (or preferably before) whether they need...
This year we are raising money for the Lincolnshire Emergency Blood Bikes by having a Christmas Jumper Day! Take a look at some of the brilliant pictures from across the firm… ...
According to figures released by the High Court, claims for mishandling estates have more than tripled over the past year. The claims range from the theft of assets by executors to fraudulent distribution of assets to favour certain beneficiaries over others...
Economic Stats Govt Deficit (% of GDP) Govt. Deficit (£ billion) Welfare Cap (£ billion) 2014-15 3.0% 2.7% 91.3 2015-16 2.4% 2.2% 75.9 119.7 2016-17 2.2% 0.5% 14.5 122.3 2017-18 ...
The Autumn Statement is due today at around 12:00 after Prime Minister’s questions and you can follow our live Twitter feed @ChattertonsLaw from 11.00 onwards. The main thrust of Mr. Osbourne’s rhetoric has been shared with the...
If you are an experienced Landlord , considering an investment property, or wishing to find out more about residential letting this is a date for your diary. Chattertons McKinnells & Mundys Estate Agents jointly host this FREE event...
Local law firm, Chattertons, are pleased to welcome a new solicitor to their Commercial and Agricultural Property department in Horncastle. Matthew Worley, who recently completed his training contract, grew up in Lincolnshire and...
Chattertons Solicitors invite you to our fun-filled charity quiz night to raise money for the St Barnabas Lincolnshire Hospice. The evening will not only help the hospice continue with their inspiring work but allow you to socialise, relax and most...
We are pleased to announce that all of our September intake trainee solicitors have received excellent Legal Practice Course exam results. Florence Gardner, Sarah Moxon and Emma Johnson all graduated in Law before studying the Legal...
The decision in the case of Wilkinson v Downton (1897) first established the principle of intentionally causing mental suffering when a practical joker told a woman that her husband had had a serious accident and broken both his legs and that she...
The latest stage of the Government’s relentless attack on the perceived “compensation culture” came into force on 1 October this year. Swingeing reductions in the level of fees recoverable by injured Claimants from insurers for the cost of...
Much attention has recently been paid to how the Treasury is responding to significant public disquiet on the issue of tax avoidance by big companies. Carolyn Byrne of Chattertons Solicitors said, “HM Revenue & Customs new aggressive...
We have been following the adventures of India Freeman, a local cricketer with big ambitions. Her passion and determination have taken her across the world to New Zealand where she played as part of the Under 20’s Indoor cricket team in the world cup. ...
New laws simplifying what happens when someone dies without leaving a will came into force on 1st October this year. Robert Webb, Partner and Head of the Wills, Trust and Probate department at Chattertons said, “The changes to the law are...
India Freeman and her team mates won their first friendly match against Wellington’s under 20’s team last night! Having ventured to New Zealand as part of the under 20’s England cricket team India has been acclimatising over the past week...
Chattertons catch up with India and her team mates as they venture to New Zealand to play for the Under 20’s England Cricket Team. Since starting their adventures after a 10 hour journey and stop offs in Dubai and Sydney the team have been stuck in a...
At Chattertons we are aware that buying your first home is a very significant turning point in your life. You will probably have dreamt of owning your own home for years, have possibly been scrimping and saving for years to raise the all important deposit...
Throughout the year we have attended shows across the county including, Heckington, Flintham, Spilsby, Woodhall and The Lincolnshire Show. Our prize draw entry box has travelled with us to all of these events and the winner has been drawn! We are pleased...
Local legal firm, Chattertons, are pleased to welcome a new Solicitor to their Commercial Conveyancing Department in Horncastle. David Chambers has recently joined the firm bringing with him over twenty five years of experience in dealing with commercial...
Chattertons are pleased to welcome Stuart Newell to their expanding Corporate and Commercial Law department. Stuart has over 20 years’ experience and a strong background in dealing with a wide range of commercial clients including banks and building...
Chattertons appoints 3 new partners, Jonathan Blythe, Stephen Fielding and Paula Hurst. The firm also welcomes Tax Manager Carolyn Byrne, Solicitors Stuart Newell, Anna Howat & David Chambers, Chartered Legal Executive Louise Gregory and trainee...
Local law firm Chattertons Solicitors are pleased to announce the appointment of a new partner at the firm, Jonathan Blythe . Jonathan handles all aspects of Commercial work with a particular interest in Commercial Property and Agricultural Law. ...
The Lincoln office of Chattertons McKinnells has seen many exciting changes over the past year and is now pleased to welcome the appointment of a new partner at the firm, Stephen Fielding . Working in the property department Stephen acts on behalf of...
This year the Boston Business Awards dinner will take place on Thursday 27th November at the Princess Royal Sports Arena, Boston where there will be a 4 course dinner served before the awards ceremony takes place. The categories for 2014 are; New Business...
Have you been cold called about the planning of your estate? Do you need to create a Will but aren’t quite sure where to go or whether to see a solicitor? The answer is YES you do. Concern is growing after a recent rise in cold callers claiming to...
Lincolnshire cricketer, India Freeman is embarking on the journey of a lifetime this October. Chattertons Solicitors are proud to support this journey which she hopes is the beginning of her road to becoming part of the England Women’s Cricket Team....
Domestic abuse laws could be changed to include emotional and psychological harm by a partner within a relationship. On Wednesday the Government began to look at strengthening the law by changing the definition of domestic abuse. New laws would explicitly...
Jayne Harrison, Head of Employment at Chattertons, is holding an ‘Employers obligations’ workshop at our Grantham office on Thursday 18th September. The usual price for this event is £10. To attend the workshop absolutely FREE simply like...
Children will be given a greater voice in the family justice system so that they can tell judges how they feel and what they think about the family disputes in which they are involved. Liz Graham , a partner and head of the Family Department at...
