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Legal Resources and News

Read jargon-free articles and guidance pieces written in-house by our solicitors and keep up to date with what's happening at Neves.

It has always been common to lend small amounts of money to friends and family members on an informal basis. Few people bother with a written legal agreement, and even fewer ask for interest to be paid on the loan. However, with increasing numbers of people taking larger loans from friends and family members, it is important to be aware of the potential pitfalls.

On the 26th July 2023, the statutory legacy for the surviving spouses of those who die intestate increased from £270,000 to £322,000. The new rules dictate that if the deceased has children, their surviving spouse will inherit receives the first £322,000 of the estate, all personal possessions and 50% of the remaining estate; the other 50% is divided equally between the children or their descendants if a child predeceases.

Narcissism is a word that I find is used a lot alongside 'gas lighting' to highlight toxic traits in relationships. A divorce from a narcissist often comes with high conflict. As expert divorce lawyers we are used to helping others to deal with their difficult spouses. 

We're proud to announce that we have been chosen as a finalist in the SUSTAINABILITY category at the SME Business Awards Milton Keynes and Buckinghamshire.

Neves has launched a new service for separating or divorcing couples. One Lawyer, One Couple : Resolution Together is a way of working that allows lawyers to work with and advise couples jointly, including providing appropriate legal advice, through a divorce or separation.

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