Dispute
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At Ashtons Legal, we understand the impact a debt may have when it comes to cash flow and the uncertainty that arises when unpaid debts are still outstanding. This is...
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When it comes to property ownership, the way the property is held can have significant legal implications, particularly in the event of an owner’s death. Two common ways to hold...
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Alternate Dispute Resolution (ADR) refers to alternative ways of resolving disputes without the need for a trial, by settling a dispute outside of the courtroom. You can use ADR to...
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The 2024 Nicholson v Hale case revolves around a dispute over a private staircase, with the key issue being whether the respondents acquired a prescriptive right of way by long-term...
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Nuisance, in legal terms, refers to an act that unlawfully interferes with the use or enjoyment of someone else’s land. Common types of nuisances include noise, odours, light pollution, and...
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Restrictive covenants play a crucial role in property law, shaping how land and property can be used and developed. This article is an overview of what they are and what...
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A Cobden-Ramsay Order, which is colloquially known as a ‘Put Up or Shut Up’ Order, is a useful tool in a personal representative’s (i.e. an executor or administrator) arsenal when...
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The forthcoming Leasehold Reform Bill promises to bring significant change to leasehold law across England and Wales. The King’s Speech on 7 November 2023 set out Government plans for the...
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There is a great deal of anticipation relating to the Renters (Reform) Bill, which seeks to overhaul the law on residential lettings and when and how landlords can evict tenants....
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Polly Stephenson, a partner in our contentious trusts and probate team, has had further success recently in the Court of Appeal in the case of Bowser v Smith [2023] EWCA...
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Disputes around Inheritance and challenging the validity of Wills can often be referred to as ‘Contentious Probate’. What are the grounds for Contesting a Will? There are various grounds for...
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Residential landlords and letting agents should be aware that the Government has issued an updated How to Rent: the checklist for renting in England. The checklist – How to rent...
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