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Confessions of a private client solicitor

Lois Britchford
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People have a fascinating reaction when you quote for a Will. There’s the polite blink. The slight inhale. The tiny grimace usually reserved for airport parking charges and artisan sourdough. “ Oh… right. That’s a bit more than I...

Our Managing Director is President of Yorkshire Law Society

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Crombie Wilkinson Solicitors is delighted to announce that its Managing Director, Duncan Morter, has assumed the role of President of the Yorkshire Law Society from 3 June 2026. This prestigious appointment reflects Duncan’s longstanding commitment to...

Risks of appointing an unsuitable attorney

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When family is not the right choice for a property and finance lasting power of attorney. A lasting power of attorney (LPA) is often set up with the assumption that a close family member is the best person to act. While this works well for many people,...

Employment law refresher on paternity leave

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The right to paternity leave is one of many employment rights that were enhanced under the Employment Rights Act 2025, along with other tweaks to the rules for employers.  Despite the misleading name, paternity leave is available to the partner of a...

Contracts in the age of social media messaging platforms

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Social media and instant messaging platforms, such as WhatsApp and Telegram, are fast becoming part of how businesses communicate with clients and customers. It is now the norm to also negotiate projects, provide fee quotes, confirm instructions and build...

Clarity Through a Complex Move

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“Guiding clients through complex property journeys with clarity and consistency” When a client instructed us to handle the sale and purchase of their property, they didn’t expect it to become a particularly complex transaction. However,...

Why a DIY Will could become your most expensive mistake

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For many people, writing a Will online or using a DIY template seems like a sensible way to save money. With online services advertising free or cheap Wills, it is easy to see the appeal. However, what appears to be a cheap and simple solution can often...

Renewing your commercial lease - use your bargaining power

Elizabeth Sugden
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If your commercial lease is coming to an end and you are negotiating a new one, it could be worth trying to get a better deal on some of the terms.  Like any commercial negotiation it depends whether you or your landlord have the most bargaining...

Why recommendation still matters

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“Recommended, local, and handled with care from start to finish” When a couple came to us to make their Wills , they were looking for something many clients value - a trusted, local solicitor who could guide them through the process clearly. ...

Farming Businesses Should Review Land Ownership Structure

Gemma Patchett-Thomas
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Many farming businesses operate on arrangements that have evolved over generations. Land may be owned by one family member, farmed by a partnership, or used by a company, often with informal understandings that “have always worked”. However,...

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