New proposals to increase the cost of settling a deceased’s estate could put bereaved families out of pocket, say legal experts. Current rules involve executors paying a fixed fee of £215 (or £155 if a solicitor is involved) to obtain a grant of representation – commonly called a grant of probate
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Behind the scenes at Langleys Solicitors
Business owners are invited to go behind the scenes at Langleys Solicitors as part of York Business Week. The law firm is opening its doors on Wednesday 15 November to showcase its expertise in supporting businesses to grow and develop. The theme for this year’s York Business Week is ‘World Class York’
Former convent set for £3.5m homes development
A 19th century convent in York is to be transformed into a £3.5 million residential scheme of apartments and new homes. Property developer Northminster has bought The Lodge and The Extern House at the former St Joseph’s Convent in Lawrence Street. St Joseph’s was home to the Poor Clare Colettines, an order
Langley’s appoints apprentice
Langleys Solicitors has appointed 18-year-old Rhianne Nurse to its apprenticeship scheme. Rhianne joins the law firm as a trainee risk and compliance auditor. She will study Business Administration Level 3 with her training provided by the Chartered Institute of Legal Executives. Rhianne, a former business studies student at Selby College, said: “I
York lawyer appointed trustee of older people’s charity
Solicitor Chelsea Martin has been appointed a trustee of Older Citizens Advocacy York (OCAY). Chelsea is a member of the private client team at Langleys Solicitors, York. She advises on all aspects of private client work including inheritance tax planning, the preparation of wills, trust documents and lasting powers of attorney. OCAY
Two businesses expand at Escrick Business Park
A quality used car specialist and a national provider of building control services and structural warranties have both expanded at York’s Escrick Business Park, which was developed by York based S Harrison. DG Dale & Son has acquired Escrick Business Park’s final warehouse unit which covers 1,860 sq ft. The family
Cohabitees urged to make wills in light of Civil Partnership ruling
Helmsley Group embarks on luxury homes development
York based The Helmsley Group has started work on a new residential development featuring luxury family homes at Fulford, York. A total 14 four, five and six-bedroom houses will be built at Connaught Court off St Oswalds Road, with some stunning aspects over the Ings and the River Ouse. The first three properties are
New homes development underway at Flawith
York based Housebuilder Alcuin Homes has started work on a new development in the hamlet of Flawith, near Easingwold. Foxholm Croft will feature four individually designed village homes on a one acre site with far reaching rear views of the iconic White Horse at Kilburn. Alcuin Homes owner Richard Marchant was advised
Judy becomes Fellow of Agricultural Law Association
Lawyer Judy Lankester has become a Fellow of the Agricultural Law Association (ALA). Judy is an associate solicitor in the private client team at Langleys Solicitors, specialising in agricultural law, dealing with farms and high value residential work for landed estates. The ALA promotes the understanding and development of the law and