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Alzheimer’s Society Fundraising Total Breaks Expectations
£7,823! This is the final figure raised throughout 2024 for Alzheimer’s Society. Alongside our colleagues at Simpler Law and Fidelis Legal Services we challenged ourselves to raise £5,000 over the year and we are delighted to have exceeded that figure by over 50%!
Pete Batchelor
May 21 min read
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Highly Commended at the 2025 Probate Industry Awards
Less than two months since winning the Outstanding Business Leader of the Year title at the British Conveyancing Awards our Director and Chief Legal Officer, Helen Claydon achieved ‘Highly Commended’ at the 2025 Probate Industry Awards.
Pete Batchelor
Apr 291 min read
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Protecting a vulnerable beneficiary with a Trust.
In this case study we outline how a vulnerable beneficiary can be protected through planned use of a Trust and professional Trustees.
Helen Claydon
Mar 201 min read
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Chief Legal Officer Wins Outstanding Business Leader of the Year
Helen Claydon was announced winner, in the Outstanding Business Leader of the Year category, at the British Conveyancing Awards.
Pete Batchelor
Mar 141 min read
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When a Trust protects an Inheritance from an IVA.
In this case study we explore how having a Trust in place as part of good Estate Planning can protect a beneficiary who has an IVA in place.
Helen Claydon
Mar 111 min read
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Chief Legal Officer Shortlisted for ‘Outstanding Business Leader of the Year’.
We are delighted to announce that our Senior Partner, Helen Claydon, has been shortlisted for the 2025 British Conveyancing Awards.
Pete Batchelor
Jan 291 min read
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Northwood Banks Senior Partner shortlisted for Modern Law Award
We were very proud to learn that our Senior Partner and Chief Legal Officer, Helen Claydon, is a finalist at this year’s Modern Law Awards.
Pete Batchelor
Jan 221 min read
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Step-by-step Guide to Conveyancing
Conveyancing is the legal process of buying and selling of a home. But what does it actually entail? Our guide clarifies the process.
Helen Claydon
Dec 5, 20243 min read
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What documents do you need to sell your house?
There is a core group of documents which are more than likely to be needed when you come to sell your home.
Helen Claydon
Dec 3, 20242 min read
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Six Reasons Why You Need A Property Survey
Many of us spend only a short time in the property before deciding to make this investment. Which is why a property survey is so important.
Helen Claydon
Nov 28, 20243 min read
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How Much Is The Cost Of Selling A House?
There are a great many steps in the process of selling a house and moving out. So, how much could selling a house cost in the UK today?
Helen Claydon
Nov 26, 20243 min read
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What Are The Types Of Property Ownership In The UK?
The three main types of property ownership are Sole Ownership, Joint Tenants, and Tenants in Common.
Helen Claydon
Nov 21, 20243 min read
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Northwood Banks Director - Scale-up Entrepreneur Of The Year Winner
We are delighted that Northwood Banks director, Andrew Townsend is the Scale-up Entrepreneur of the Year winner.
Pete Batchelor
Nov 19, 20241 min read
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What Is A House Survey?
It is important to have a House Survey of the property you are looking to buy, as it could discover something in the property’s condition.
Helen Claydon
Nov 19, 20242 min read
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HAIG Legal Group Sponsoring Community & Charity Champions Award
Our parent company, the HAIG Legal Group is proud to sponsor this year’s Community & Charity Champion Award.
Pete Batchelor
Sep 6, 20241 min read
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Step By Step Guide To Probate
When someone passes away in England and Wales, there is a process that has to be followed in order for the assets of the deceased to be...
Helen Claydon
Aug 27, 20243 min read
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Sister Company Shortlisted For Estate Planning Firm Of The Year
We are proud to share that our sister company, Simpler Law, has been shortlisted as finalists for Estate Planning Firm of the Year - Large.
Pete Batchelor
Aug 27, 20241 min read
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Avoid Common Delays When Applying For Probate
Probate is the term often applied to the legal process of administering the estate of a deceased person.
Helen Claydon
Aug 19, 20243 min read
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What’s The Difference between a Lasting Power Of Attorney And A Court Of Protection Deputyship Order?
These documents allow an appointed individual to manage the affairs of someone who is unable to do so, but what's the difference?
Helen Claydon
Aug 16, 20242 min read
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We Would Walk 117 Miles...
In the early hours of 10th August 2024 five hardy trekkers began their adventure through the Peak District, Derbyshire.
Pete Batchelor
Aug 13, 20241 min read
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