Written by: Maxim Sealey, Associate Solicitor Reviewed by: Saracens Solicitors Dispute Resolution & Real Estate Team Setting rent to be payable monthly, rather than quarterly or at another longer interval, gives landlords a meaningfully faster route to eviction under section 8 of the Housing Act 1988 for rent arrears. This is because the mandatory […]
Written by: Maxim Sealey, Associate Solicitor Reviewed by: Saracens Solicitors Dispute Resolution Team If you already have a possession order but the county court’s bailiffs are taking months to enforce it, you can apply to transfer enforcement of that order to the High Court, where enforcement officers typically act far more quickly, often within […]
As we move through 2026, the era of “voluntary” sustainability reporting has come to an abrupt end. Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) criteria have transitioned from marketing slogans to hard legal obligations. For directors and legal teams, the most significant shift isn’t what is happening within their own four walls—it is what is happening miles […]
Summary Your options: negotiate, mediation/ADR, or litigate (Small Claims, Fast, Intermediate, Multi‑track). Time limits: usually 6 years for simple contracts, 12 years if executed as a deed (Limitation Act 1980). Consumer issues: rights and unfair terms governed by the Consumer Rights Act 2015 (with CMA guidance on fairness). Costs & tracks: Small Claims up to […]
As the dust settles on the passage of the Renters’ Rights Act, the private rented sector is bracing for the most significant structural overhaul since 1988. For years, the “Section 21” notice has acted as a safety valve for property owners—a predictable, “no-fault” mechanism to regain possession. That valve is being welded shut. On 1 May 2026, […]
In the pursuit of justice, the path is not always linear. Recently, we represented Mohammed Hijab, a public figure and debater, in a defamation case that, despite a finding of defamation, did not result in a favourable judgment. This case has raised important questions about the current state of defamation law in the United Kingdom, particularly the […]
Company directors should be aware that their position does not preclude them from the possibility of being personally sued. While a limited liability company offers some protection, the responsibility of the role brings with it a legal duty of care that must be always adhered to. Here we go into more detail about what a […]
The tapestry of life, woven with experiences, relationships, and accumulated wealth, finds its final threads meticulously arranged in a will. This crucial document, a testament to one’s wishes, ensures that cherished possessions and hard-earned assets are distributed according to their final intentions. However, the increasing prevalence of age-related cognitive decline, particularly dementia, is casting a […]
As a solicitor specialising in contentious probate, I often find myself guiding clients through what is undoubtedly one of the most emotionally charged areas of law. Losing a loved one is difficult enough, but when the validity of their will is questioned, the situation can become incredibly complex and distressing. Today, I want to shed […]
