| New Trainee Solicitor Appointed Continuing to invest in the future, the partners have welcomed a new trainee into the firm. Sarah Bufton starts her training contract in the litigation department where Anne Smith will be instructing her. |
Chancellor Doubles Inheritance Tax Threshold The chancellor, Alistair Darling, has announced what seems to be a doubling in the inheritance tax threshold. This increased allowance does not apply to co-habiters. There are many steps you can take to minimise tax liability and Alun Jones is our in-house specialist. |
| Divorcee Wins Appeal Woman wins appeal against ruling that she must pay divorced husband's debts. For the full story see our INDUSTRY NEWS page. |
HIPs Are Here! As of the 14th December all homes, regardless fo size, will be required to commission a HIP prior to marketing, see full story on our INDUSTRY NEWS page. |




