Could Reverter Acts result in loss of property?
A number of Acts were passed in Victorian times to encourage landowners to make available parcels of land for the use by or as schools, libraries, museums, places of worship, scientific institutions and literary institutions, amongst others. Acts such as the School Sites Acts 1841 [...]
Oglethorpe Sturton and Gillibrand appoints Charlotte Russell as Partner
Oglethorpe Sturton and Gillibrand is delighted to announce that it has promoted Associate, Charlotte Russell, to become a partner of the firm. Charlotte, who has lead the firm’s residential property team since 2021, becomes the youngest partner of the firm. On speaking about her promotion [...]
Covid-19 Pandemic “probably not” a Barder event
Once a Financial Remedy Order has been made by a Court there are only very limited and exceptional circumstances in which it can be overturned or set aside. One of those circumstances is when what is known as a ‘Barder’ event occurs. The 1987 case [...]
Important Update for Landlords
There is good news for Landlords who have been waiting to be able to take action against [...]
Start of the end for ground rents
The Leasehold Reform (Ground Rent) Act 2022 received Royal Assent on 8 February 2022. When it comes [...]
Warning to Landlords – Consultation to enhance legal support for tenants facing eviction or repossession
Tenants at risk of losing their home are set to benefit from enhanced legal support following a [...]
Investment by attorneys in discretionary fund management schemes clarified
The Office of the Public Guardian (OPG) has updated its guidance on attorneys appointing discretionary investment managers. [...]
Changes to Divorce Laws
On 6th April 2022 the Divorce, Dissolution and Separation Act 2020 will come into force, bringing about [...]
Dream of building your own home?
A new initiative from the Government has been announced – Help to Build. Similar to the Help [...]
A lot of be thankful for in 2021
This past year, even more than most, we have had a lot to be thankful for here [...]
New Fixed Fee Regime for Landlords
We now offer a fixed fee pricing structure for Landlords wishing to seek possession of their residential [...]