We take advice as necessary from Counsel or any other Professional to achieve our objective of the “Best Advice”. Residential and Commercial Property A central part of our practice has always been the provision of sound professional advice to our clients in Real Property matters. We act for clients throughout the country in both residential and commercial property matters and in many cases in transactions of substantial value and complexity. Whilst we are abreast of technological advances, which have enabled property transactions to become more streamlined, our clients recognise that the services of an experienced Property Lawyer taking a pro-active approach remains essential. Company and Commercial The Firm has an emphasis on Private Companies and Partnerships and is often involved in legally complicated matters arising from the sale or purchase of a Company, Business Sales and Partnership arrangements. Part of the comprehensive package offers advice on Tax matters, Employment, Warranties and Indemnities and often being involved at the negotiation stage before implementing the Legal Arrangements. Wills, Probate and Trusts It is important for those with Property to have a Will to provide the destination of assets, to remove the uncertainty and reduce costs. All Clients should have Wills and these should be updated at least every five years. Clients, when considering their Wills, should consider having an Lasting Power of Attorney and Tax Planning to mitigate Inheritance Tax. This may involve the use of Trusts not only in the Wills but for Lifetime Gifts. When obtaining the Grant of Probate and on Administration and Winding Up of estates this will be done quickly with the least distress and anxiety to Clients. Our simplified form of Estate Accounts enables the Executors and Beneficiaries to understand easily what has been involved in the administration of the estate. Litigation, Personal Injury, Matrimonial and Employment A Litigation Service is most important for any Legal Firm being the final sanction for the resolution of a dispute and a fair negotiated settlement is always to be encouraged. Whether the Claim is following a personal injury, the breakdown of a marriage, the future for children, financial difficulties or employment related matters, all are very important areas for Clients. Early advice should bring the greatest benefits. In Conclusion Whilst the above can only give a synopsis of the areas of work Clients should feel free to consult at any time on any private or business matters or areas of concern.