News for Individuals
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The EU Succession Regulation (No. 650/2012), also known as Brussels IV, came into effect on 17 August 2015. Its ultimate aim is to simplify cross-border successions by having one single...
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On 2 December 2025, the Justice Secretary announced the Government’s intention to implement significant changes to trial by jury. The extent to which they will be implemented remains to be...
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A recent Court of Appeal decision has sent a clear message to developers: planning permission does not automatically override restrictive covenants in a lease. In Great Jackson Street Estates Ltd...
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When a tenancy comes to an end, most landlords expect the tenant to hand back the keys and move on. However, that does not always happen. Sometimes a tenant stays...
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The Renters’ Rights Act 2025 (‘RRA’) received royal assent on 27 October 2025, marking a significant milestone in tenant protection legislation. Several provisions in the Act depend on commencement orders...
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With Christmas and the New Year holidays fast approaching, many separated parents face the dilemma of attempting to reach an agreement as to arrangements for their children. With such a...
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“Involuntary bailment” occurs when a person or entity comes into possession of another’s property without their consent or agreement. In property disputes, this commonly arises when goods are left behind...
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Our Head of French Legal Services, Matthew Cameron, answers some common questions about French property. 1. I am hoping to buy a rural property in southern France. Having received a...
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Whilst trusts are prevalent in the UK and other common law jurisdictions, and are useful vehicles for holding and conveying assets, in France, they are viewed with suspicion because of...
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The concept of an ‘easement’ is one that many people are familiar with. It is a legal right to use or enter another person’s land for a specific purpose. It...
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Our Head of French Legal Services, Matthew Cameron, answers a common question about French property. Question: I am British and 81 years old. I have been divorced for nearly 40...
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Being asked to attend a police interview, whether under arrest or voluntarily, can feel intimidating. It’s important to understand what it means, what your rights are, and why having a...
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