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Update – a summary of the Government’s guidance for getting businesses back to work
The Government has launched its guidance to help employers get their businesses back up and running and work places operating safely.
Separated parents warned not to exploit the lockdown
Parents exploiting the coronavirus lockdown to stop a former partner from seeing their children could face court action warns a senior judge.
Future proofing has safeguarded Phillips
Future proofing has been instrumental in ensuring that we weather the coronavirus storm.
You can still buy and sell your home
While we are all following the coronavirus (COVID-19) lockdown measures, your search for a new property or a buyer for your home can certainly continue.
Questions and answers about family mediation
Family Mediation can be one of the most sensible and cost-effective ways of resolving problems when a relationship has broken down. Here are some questions and answers about Family Mediation.
YouTube Video – seven business tips to get through the coronavirus lockdown
Jack Gardener gives seven tips for businesses to get through the coronavirus lockdown based on his experience running a business and speaking to business owners, in our latest YouTube video.
Family mediation during the lockdown and why it might be right for you
Online mediation is proving to be invaluable during the coronavirus lockdown, says Sheila Parkes, who heads Haymarket Family Mediation.
Writing your Will during the coronavirus lockdown
The current situation with the coronavirus pandemic has caused a great deal of worry for a lot of people as to whether it is possible to create and update their Will.
Statutory Parental Bereavement Leave (Jack’s Law)
New regulations known as Jack's Law have been introduced entitling parents to two weeks’ leave should they suffer the loss of a child, providing time to for them to grieve.
Domestic Abuse during the lockdown
The cocornavirus lockdown can be a very dangerous and stressful time for those who are suffering from domestic abuse. The family law team at Phillips Solicitors can help.
Employment Law Update – April 2020
A number of employment law changes came in to force on 6 April 2020. Here is a summary of the main points.
Thousands of properties added to the market
Despite the coronavirus lockdown people are still placing their properties on the market. Today’s Conveyancer, reports that close to 9,000 homes were listed last week.
Requests for Will writing increase during coronavirus pandemic
There has been a significant increase in the number of people enquiring about making a Will due to the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic.
YouTube Video – online family mediation
In the latest of our videos on the Phillips YouTube channel Sheila Parkes talks about the benefits of family mediation even in these trying times.
Matrimonial Settlements and Orders
The impact of coronavirus (COVID-19) has affected every aspect of our lives, including matrimonial settlements and orders.
Time to review your estate and potential gifts
The Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic has had a substantial negative effect on equity values, so now could be the time to review your estate if it is facing Inheritance Tax liability.
Family Court cases during the Coronavirus lockdown
Family Court cases are still going ahead but hearings will in most cases take place either by telephone, email, or by video conferencing.
YouTube Video - Coronavirus Rental Properties and Rent Arrears
YouTube video: If you are concerned about rented properties which are your investments, you may have questions about what happens if your tenants default on their rent payments.
YouTube Video – Coronavirus and commercial contracts
As a law firm, Phillips are seeing many enquiries from clients looking to review their commercial contracts in light of the coronavirus pandemic.
Update to Furlough Leave under the Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme
This is an update about Furlough Leave under the Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme following further guidelines by the government on 27th March, 2020.