Disputes
Commercial lease breaks: when a landlord's invoice can make all the difference
A tenant paid what the landlord's agents invoiced before its lease break. Alex Medford explains why the High Court held the break was still valid.
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Man City, competition law and the case for mediation: Martin De Ridder explains
Man City have appealed. Martin De Ridder and Ranjit Shergill on why competition law could lead City's case and why the dispute may end in mediation.
Residential property
Conveyancing in Dudley: what our clients are saying
Recent Google reviews of our Dudley conveyancing team praise clear communication, prompt answers and a calm approach. Here is what our clients are saying.
Business
Diversify or die: Johnathan Dudley explains why manufacturers are moving into defence and nuclear
Over 70% of manufacturers surveyed are looking at defence work. Johnathan Dudley on diversifying, steel tariffs and what to check before you sign.
Disputes
Invoice finance: Johnathan Dudley explains why it works for growing businesses and where it goes wrong
Invoice finance now funds much of UK manufacturing. Johnathan Dudley explains how it works, why credit ratings matter and why it can bite when sales fall.
Wills and probate
Pensions and inheritance tax from April 2027: Johnathan Dudley explains
From April 2027 most unused pensions count for inheritance tax. Johnathan Dudley explains what changes, why it will slow probate and what to do now.
Disputes
When is a party wall not a party wall? Common misconceptions about the Party Wall Act
Is it really a party wall? Martin De Ridder explains what the Party Wall etc. Act 1996 covers, what it does not, and what to do if a neighbour starts building.
Insights
Ansons Law announces four senior promotions
Joanne Vernon and Rebecca Head become Directors, Louise Saha an Associate Director and Cristine Schneider a Senior Associate at Ansons Law.
Employment
Carlsberg's Burton brewery closure: what employees need to know
Carlsberg Britvic plans to close the Marston's Brewery in Burton. Martin De Ridder explains consultation, redundancy pay and what affected employees should do.
Business
Ansons Law ranked in five practice areas in the Legal 500 UK 2027
Ansons Law is ranked in five practice areas in the West Midlands in the Legal 500 UK 2027, with seven lawyers individually ranked.
Family law
Divorce and finances: the biggest mistakes people make
Joanne Vernon, our Head of Family Law, explains no-fault divorce, the DIY mistakes that delay a settlement and how the finances are divided.
Disputes
Manchester City, compensation and the limitation clock
Manchester City has been found guilty of breaching Premier League rules. Martin De Ridder explains whether rival clubs can still claim compensation, and why time limits decide it.
Disputes
Renters' Rights Act: how evictions work now Section 21 has gone
Section 21 ended on 1 May 2026. Our Property Litigation Team explains how Section 8 possession claims work now and what landlords and tenants should do.
Employment
Significant changes to employment tribunal claims: what employers need to know
Tribunal time limits, qualifying service and compensation caps are all changing. Jason Alcock explains what the changes mean for employers and how to prepare.
Wills and probate
Pension Inheritance Tax Changes from April 2027
From 6 April 2027 unused pensions will count towards Inheritance Tax. Ansons Law explains what is changing, who it affects and why estate planning matters now.
Family law
Living together but not married: your rights
There is no such thing as common law marriage. With reform still only a proposal, here is what unmarried couples in England and Wales need to know right now.
Commercial property
Breaking point: how to exercise a commercial break clause
A break clause lets a landlord or tenant end a commercial lease early, but only if it is exercised properly. Louise Palmer explains how to get it right.
Wills and probate
Probate Services in the UK: A Complete Guide for 2026
Learn about UK probate and estate administration services, fixed-fee options, small estate rules, and when to use a solicitor for executor support.
Employment
Training cost clawbacks: enforceable or a restraint of trade?
The Court of Appeal has ruled a training cost clawback unenforceable in Geeks Ltd v Watts. What does it mean for employers? Jason Alcock explains.
Disputes
Whose Land is it Anyway? A Brief Guide to Adverse Possession
Adverse possession can let someone claim land they occupy but do not own. We explain how claims work and how landowners can protect themselves.
Disputes
Renters' Rights Act now in force: what landlords and tenants need to know
The Renters' Rights Act came into force on 1 May 2026. Watch our podcast and read the key changes affecting landlords and tenants across England.
Wills and probate
Inheritance Disputes on the Rise | Protect Your Family
Inheritance disputes are becoming more common across the UK. Our wills and probate solicitors explain what you can do now to protect your family and avoid conflict later.
Disputes
Renters' Rights Act 2026: Section 21 Abolished and What It Means for Landlords
Section 21 no-fault evictions are being abolished from 1 May 2026. Find out what changes, what replaces it, and what landlords should do before the deadline.
Farms and land
APR and BPR changes from April 2026: what it means for farms and family businesses
From 6 April 2026, APR and BPR inheritance tax reliefs are capped. Learn what is changing, what it could mean for your estate, and what steps to take now.
Family law
Divorce process in 2026: key stages, timings and financial pitfalls
Mike Vale explains the 2026 divorce process, key timings and why sorting finances matters. Clear, practical guidance from Ansons Solicitors.
Commercial property
Break clauses: how to negotiate them, and avoid the pitfalls
Negotiating a lease break? Learn the key conditions, notice traps, vacant possession risks, rent refund rules, and a step-by-step plan to protect your exit.
Commercial property
I’ve been asked to sign a personal guarantee for our commercial lease – what do I need to know?
Personal guarantee for a lease? Learn the risks, what to negotiate (caps, duration, release), enforceability, and safer alternatives before you sign.
Family law
Conduct and its considerations within matrimonial proceedings – Unpacking the Dmitry Tsvetkov v Elsina Khayrova ruling
Learn how the Tsvetkov v Khayrova case reshaped the role of conduct in divorce settlements and what evidence is needed to affect financial outcomes.
Disputes
The Rent Act 1977 – Do Your Tenants Have Additional Protection?
Buying with sitting tenants? How Rent Act 1977 tenancies cap rent, restrict possession and allow succession, and what to check before you buy.
Wills and probate
Did you know… you can appoint a guardian for your children to act whilst you are still alive?
Learn how to appoint a guardian in your Will and how the court can put arrangements in place while you’re alive. Practical steps for parents and carers.
Residential property
Are you planning to build or extend your property over a sewer?
Planning an extension near a sewer? Learn when you need water company approval, how to locate pipes, and what documents you’ll need before and after work.
Family law
Don’t be left short following a short marriage
Short, childless marriage? Learn when courts depart from 50:50, how Miller and Sharp apply, and the steps to protect your position. Get clear family law advice.
Business
When a Sole Director Is Left Holding the Baby
Learn what happens when a sole company director resigns, the legal implications under the Companies Act, and how shareholders can resolve the situation.
Disputes
Charging Orders – A Warning to all Joint Owners
Learn how Charging Orders affect jointly owned property, what happens if one owner has debt, and how to protect your share through Wills or trusts.
Wills and probate
How do you value a house, its contents and the estate for probate?
How to value a house, its contents and the rest of an estate for probate: date of death values, joint ownership, the £1,500 contents rule and HMRC checks.
Residential property
Combining two properties? Watch your tax planning
How stamp duty applies when you combine two properties into one home, and when the higher rates surcharge (5% since October 2024) can be reclaimed.
Residential property
Timber Frame Houses and Cavity Wall Insulation – What Homeowners Need to Know
Learn about the risks of cavity wall insulation in timber frame homes and what you should do. Expert advice from Ansons' residential conveyancing team.
Commercial property
What does “good repair and condition” mean for a Tenant?
Learn what “good repair and condition” means for tenants in commercial leases, how courts interpret it, and how to protect yourself with a schedule of condition.
Disputes
Neighbour's tree fallen on your property? Who is responsible
Who is responsible if a neighbour's tree falls on your house, garden or car, or yours falls next door? Who pays, who removes it and what to do, in England.
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