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Our solicitors are constantly commenting on legal matters so do please take a look at some of our articles below, which are relevant to today's business and our individual clients, by clicking on the topic titles. If you have any questions, or comments you would like to make, click here and we will be delighted to reply to you.
- February 2012
- What help is there for first time buyers in 2012?
Alex Preshaw describes some of the schemes available this year. - Article: First time buyers
- January 2012
- 'In your hour of need'
Ben Holden gives practical advice if you have been bereaved over the Christmas holidays. - Press release: In your hour of need
- January 2012
- Christmas family hothouse?
Rob Parker describes how you can part as friends if it all goes wrong. - Legal Corner: Christmas family hothouse
- December 2011
- 'Team Phillips' runners raised £5,000 for charity
Jon Pender presents a cheque to The Rainbow Centre which helps children with cerebral palsy. - Press release: Solicitors help charity
- November 2011
- Spotted - solicitors raising money!
Our teams raised nearly £600 for Children in Need! Read how they did it. - Press release: Children in Need
- November 2011
- Relationship breakdown alternatives
Rob Parker explains the advantages of collaborative law for divorcing or separating couples. - Article: Collaborative law
- November 2011
- Phillips goes from strength to strength
Welcome to four new members of staff, expanding our range of expertise. - Press release: Phillips recruits new members of staff
- October 2011
- Why shouldn't I do online conveyancing?
Alex Preshaw discusses the risks and hidden costs of online conveyancing. - Q&A: Online conveyancing
- October 2011
- A Hat Trick of Awards for Phillips
Jonathan Pender celebrates three awards in our 25th year - Press release: A Hat Trick of Awards
- October 2011
- 'Team Phillips' cross the finishing line
Nearly 50 runners for 'Team Phillips' completed Basingstoke's half marathon in sweltering temperatures - Heat wave for 'Team Phillips' runners
- September 2011
- 'Legal 500' accolade for Phillips
Howard Gardener announces Phillips Solicitors' listing in the prestigious 'Legal 500' guide - Press release: Legal 500 success
- September 2011
- Risks for buy-to-let owners
Alex Preshaw warns that buy-to-let properties can be an income source, but warns of the potential risks to owners - Article: Risks for buy-to-let owners
- September 2011
- Leasehold and freehold
In a Q&A Alex Preshaw sheds light on the confusion between different types of property ownership - Q&A: Types of property ownership
- August 2011
- Riot disruption - what businesses should know
Essential advice for employers concerning riot disruption and legal obligations. - Q&A: Riot disruption
- August 2011
- Gill Brown gives advice to employers on how to prepare for and avoid possible Olympic Games absenteeism.
- Article: On your marks, get set for the Olympics .....
- August 2011
- Solicitors for the Elderly comment on the risks of unregulated Will-writers
- Article: Urgent regulation required
- July 2011
- Can anyone do Probate themselves?
It is possible, says Ben Holden, but outlines when it's better to seek proper advice - Legal Corner: Risks of DIY Probate
- July 2011
- Tips for first time buyers
- Read Zoe Baxter's tips for first time buyers here
- Article: Buying your first home
- June 2011
- Can couples cohabit without risks?
Rob Parker discusses couples' lack of entitlements and offers some answers - Article: Cohabitation
- June 2011
- Melanie Roberts outlines how shareholders can protect their business in the event of one of them dying
- Article: Cross option agreements
- June 2011
- Jon Pender outlines Phillips' commitment to Basingstoke's half marathon
- Press release: Half marathon news
- June 2011
- Are pre-nups a good idea for ordinary couples?
Hayley Eachus believes they are and gives good reasons. - Article: Why couples should take out a pre-nup
- June 2011
- Should you go for a new build or an older property? Zoe Baxter discusses the pros and cons of making the choice
- Q&A New build or old?
- May 2011
- Fresh hope for warring couples
Ann Corrigan explains how 5 local law firms can now offer couples a collaborative service to help them settle out of court. - Press release: New collaborative law service
- April 2011
- Q&A on renegotiating your house price
Alex Preshaw advises what to do if your buyer wants to renegotiate the purchase price of your house.
- Q&A: Renegotiating purchase price
- April 2011
- Good news for grandparents and their rights
Ann Corrigan outlines the government's proposals for improving the rights of grandparents to see their grandchildren. - Press release: Grandparents rights
- March 2011
- Buying a property with your partner?
Alex Preshaw describes how you can protect your investment if you plan to set up home with your partner.
- Q&A: How to protect your investment
- March 2011
- If you are the landlord of a holiday property, read Melanie Roberts'tips
- Article: Holiday properties
- March 2011
- 25 years later Phillips staff plant 25 trees
The Mayor congratulated the Phillips' team after they had pulled on their wellies and dug holes for 25 trees at Crabtree Plantation. Press release: Phillips' 25th anniversary celebrations. - Press release: Phillips' 25th anniversary celebrations
- February 2011
- 'Can't take it with you!'
Ben Holden responds to the BBC programme 'Can't take it with you' and gives some essential tips for business owners on succession planning. - Article: Succession planning
- February 2011
- A prince, a princess and a possible pre-nup?
Hayley Eachus asks whether Will and Kate should have a pre-nup and whether it's a good idea for ordinary couples - Article: Pre-nuptial agreements
- January 2011
- Dealing with divorce
Howard Gardener discusses the sad breakdown of relationships, especially after the Christmas holidays - Article: Dealing with divorce after the holidays
- January 2011
- Selecting the right solicitor for you
Sheila Glyn-Owen gives some practical advice on how to successfully select a solicitor - Article: How to select a solicitor
- January 2011
- Anyone for New Year Resolutions?
Ben Holden takes a wry look at some resolutions we should aim to keep - Article: New Year Resolutions
- January 2011
- VAT and property
Melanie Roberts give a Quick Guide on how the VAT rise will affect commercial landlords and tenants - Quick Guide: VAT and commercial property
- December 2010
- Up to speed with the Bribery Act?
Ben Pearson spells out what the Bribery Act means for your organisation - Article: The Bribery Act
- December 2010
- Keeping your loved ones safe
Ben Holden advises on what relatives can do to keep elderly relatives safe in wintry conditions - Article: Keeping loved ones safe
- December 2010
- Five year milestone for civil partnerships
Rob Parker examines what has happened in the last five years - Press release: Civil partnership milestone
- November 2010
- Gala evening for Hampshire Businesses
Phillips sponsors and presents Lifetime Achievement Award - Press release: Inspire10 Business Awards
- November 2010
- Solicitors raise hundreds of pounds for Children in Need
Well over £600 was raised by our teams of solicitors in a charity day - Press release: Children in Need
- November 2010
- If you can't sell your house, should you auction it?
Alex Preshaw advises on what you should know if you want to auction your house - Q&A: Sell or auction?
- November 2010
- How to survive Christmas
Hayley Eachus gives couples some essential tips for surviving Christmas without strangling their partner - Article: Survival tips for couples
- November 2010
- Great news for Phillips
New appointment and exam success - Press release: Great news for Phillips
- October 2010
- The truth about pre-nuptial agreements
Ann Corrigan comments on the latest landmark ruling on pre-nups from the Supreme Court, in the case of Radmacher v Granatino. - Press release: The truth about pre-nups
- October 2010
- Don't want to retire?
Kelly Rayner explains how you stand legally if you wish to work beyond retirement age - Article: Retirement legislation explained
- October 2010
- Should you buy or rent?
Alex Preshaw discusses the pros and cons of buying or renting - Q&A: To buy or to rent?
- September 2010
- Changes to Agency Workers Regulations
If you employ agency staff, read about how the changes to regulations will affect you. - Q&A on agency staff
- September 2010
- What hope for low income couples wanting to divorce?
With Legal Aid harder to come by than ever, Howard Gardener explains how mediation can be a cheaper option for low income couples. - Article: Divorce options
- August 2010
- Why do we need EPCs?
Zoe Baxter explains why sellers need an EPC before marketing their property - Legal Corner Q&A: Why you need EPCs
- August 2010
- Risks of 'nightmare' will writing companies
Ben Holden warns the public about the risks of using unregulated, unqualified and uninsured will writers - Article: Risks of will writers
- August 2010
- If you're thinking of buying a house, you should read this!
Alex Preshaw gives potential buyers some tips on what they should know before making an offer. - Article: Buying a house
- July 2010
- What are the risks if you cohabit and don't marry?
Ann Corrigan gives some practical advice for couples who live together but have almost no rights - Q&A for unmarried couples
- June 2010
- How risky are social networking sites?
Gill Brown warns of the risks of using social networking sites to vet job candidates - Q&A on social networking sites
- June 2010
- Is your company ready for World Cup fever?
Gill Brown gives advice to companies on how best to survive the potential impact on their business - Article: World Cup advice
- June 2010
- What does the future hold for the commercial property market?
Jonathan Pender looks at the big picture and offers some suggestions for businesses to make best use of their property resources - Article: The future of commercial property
- June 2010
- Is there such a thing as a 'Quickie divorce?'
Rob Parker explains the myth but offers some sensible tips to prevent delays - Article: 'Quickie divorces'
- May 2010
- Hayley wins landslide victory
Family lawyer, Hayley Eachus, is elected as local councillor - Press release: Hayley's election win
- May 2010
- Family friendly policies
Gill Brown elaborates on the new family friendly policies for working families - Q&A on family friendly policies
- May 2010
- Why you might need a Lasting Power of Attorney
Ben Holden gives insight on managing affairs later in life - Q&A on LPAs
- April 2010
- Phillips' Marathon Man raises thousands for charity
Jon Pender runs for The Rainbow Centre - Press release: Marathon Man
- April 2010
- Is peace and goodwill possible?
Ann Corrigan explains how mediation can help - Q&A on mediation
- April 2010
- New solicitor for Wills and Probate team
Sheila Glyn-Owen welcomes Ben Holden - Press release: Ben Holden's appointment
- March 2010
- Stamp Duty holiday for first time buyers
Alex Preshaw discusses the impact of the March budget on the property market and for first time buyers - Article: Stamp Duty changes
- March 2010
- Holiday rights
Gill Brown throws light on holiday entitlements - Article: Q&A on holiday rights
- March 2010
- Solicitors in the 'Question Time' hotseats
Three of Phillips' directors answer questions at Chamber of Commerce lunch - Review: Chamber lunch event
- February 2010
- When tenants don't pay the rent.
Hayley Eachus advises landlords on what they can do if their tenants don't pay the rent - Article: When tenants don't pay
- February 2010
- Renting a property
Hayley Eachus offers tips to anyone considering renting a property - Article: All about renting
- January 2010
- Mayor visits Phillips
The mayor of Basingstoke drops in to meet the Phillips' team - Press release: Mayoral visit
- January 2010
- Snow stops play?
Kelly Rayner explains what employers and employees can expect if they can't get to work - Article: Snow stops play
- January 2010
- The seasonal increase in divorce
Howard Gardener explores the impact of Christmas on rocky relationships - Press release: Spike in divorce petitions
- January 2010
- Bereavement at holiday times
Sheila Glyn-Owen acknowledges the pain of suffering bereavement - Press release: Bereavement
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