Thousands of individuals are facing significant waiting times when it comes to having their day in court. Delays have increased considerably across the UK courts system. From divorce proceedings to land registry, wait times are rising. This has naturally been compounded by the global pandemic, although issues have been present for much longer. Experts estimate […]
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When you are looking to buy a property it can include a lot of information, procedures, and processes which you may not have been aware of before the process began. One of the most important processes that you should be aware of is conveyancing which is the legal process of transferring ownership of a property […]
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To ensure that the people you trust can make important decisions on your behalf when you are unable to, you must make sure that you have the appropriate documents ready. It is, for this reason, we advise our clients to make sure they have a Lasting Power of Attorney (LPA). Here at Ratcliffes Solicitors, […]
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It is very unfortunate that many of us will be affected by physical or mental incapacity at some stage in our lives. The Alzheimer’s Society estimates that in 2021 there will be 1 million people suffering from dementia in the UK and unfortunately this is continuing to rise due to increasing life expectancy. Having an […]
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According to statistics, less than half of UK adults have a will. And while this number is increasing, that still leaves millions who are at risk of dying without a will. Where no will is left, the process of dealing with the person’s estate is less straightforward. In cases such as this, it is wise […]
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A new bill cited as ‘revolutionising marriage breakup’ is set to change the legal landscape for divorcing couples from autumn 2021. In June 2020, the Divorce, Dissolution and Separation Bill received its final reading in the House of Commons. Introduced by the UK government back in 2018, the bill faced several standstills. First, […]
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In these unprecedented times, I want to personally reassure everyone that we are continuing to work hard on your behalf to ensure that there is as little disruption as possible to the work that we are doing for you, whilst also ensuring that every step possible is taken to ensure your safety. I would also […]
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Talking about death is hard. There is no denying it. We’d much rather talk about almost anything else. We may worry about upsetting people by discussing death. But talking about our wishes for when we are gone is important. Having a will is the best way to ensure your wishes are recorded and followed after […]
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The welfare of a child should always be the foremost priority when couples decide to split up. If you are looking for child law solicitors in Faversham and north Kent Ratcliffes has 22 years experience helping many couples finalise their own custody agreements as a way of safeguarding their child’s future in an amicable fashion. […]
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Property searches form a significant part of the conveyancing process and if you are looking at purchasing a property in Faversham or the wider Kent area, then you’ll no doubt be looking for an experienced conveyancing solicitor. For those first time buyers, the process of buying property can be confusing and riddled with an almost […]
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