In today’s digital age, there’s no shortage of DIY solutions for various tasks, including drafting your own DIY Will . However, when it comes to something as crucial as safeguarding your legacy, the benefits of engaging a solicitor are undeniable. Here’s why: 1.    Expertise and Personalised Guidance Drafting a legally sound and comprehensive Will requires…

Carvers Solicitors is proud to be supporting the first National Conveyancing Week which is taking place from 20th to 24th March 2023. The new initiative has been launched to raise the profile of those who conduct conveyancing, educate and inform those involved in property transactions about the role of a conveyancing professional and improve the…

The divorce process has recently been given what is described as the “biggest shake up of laws in 50 years”. Under the Divorce, Dissolution and Separation Act 2020 effective from 6th April 2022, Petitioners seeking to dissolve their marriage are no longer required to give a reason for applying for divorce. This has become known…

How the court deals with inheritance within divorce proceedings is an issue that arises quite frequently. Clients can be surprised and upset when they find out that they may not be able to keep their inheritance and their spouse may be able to claim a share. Each case depends on the individual facts and circumstances.…

The most fundamental changes to the divorce law in almost 40 years will be implemented on 6th April 2022 when divorces can be started without one spouse having to blame the other or the need to wait for 2 or 5 years to elapse from the date parties separate. People’s attitudes to marriage and divorce…