DMA Law 2019 Charity and Sponsorship campaigns
DMA Law always likes to help those charities that operate in our local communities and beyond, and 2019 was no different. We want to explain a bit more about every charity and bring awareness to the causes they support. Here are some of the charities that benefited from DMA Law’s campaigns in 2019: BBC Children…
Is it illegal to eat mince pies on Christmas day?
Even though some laws can be a bit strange or outdated they can sometimes be useful and even entertaining. We thought we would share our favourite Christmas-related laws to put us in the Christmas spirit but to also keep us out of trouble this festive season. Find out the truth behind these Christmas laws: Is…
We answer your questions about wills.
Over many years our life planning team have been advising people on how to make wills, helping them draw up their wills and saving them a lot of stress. Here are the most common questions our solicitors get asked about wills: Are wills made public in the UK? Wills become public in the UK only…
Breach of Contract: the basics
Contract/employment law can seem like a complicated area, but it affects almost every worker in the country. DMA Law’s legal specialists explain some of the basics. All employees have a contract of employment, even on a zero-hours contract. A contract of employment creates important responsibilities that must be fulfilled by all parties that took part…
5 myths about personal injury claims (part 1)
There are a lot of incorrect myths about personal injury claims, some of which may discourage victims from claiming what they are entitled to by law. Personal injury claims can be complex and at DMA Law we believe no two claims are alike. We reveal the five most common myths about personal injury claims: The myth:…
5 myths about personal injury claims (part 2)
The myth: you can’t make a claim against your employer If you are unfortunate enough to sustain an injury whilst in the course of your work and the accident was caused by the negligence of your employer, you may be considering pursuing a claim for personal injury. This will not only compensate you for the pain…
Job Opportunity: Accounts Assistant
DMA Law are looking to recruit a full-time Accounts assistant. The ideal candidate will: Responsibilities will include: For an informal discussion on the role please contact Lyn Rowe, or please submit your CV and covering letter to Mrs Lyn Rowe, Practice & Operations Manager, DMA Law, 15 Norfolk Street, Sunderland SR1 1EA email: lyn.rowe@dma-law.co.uk
Job Opportunity: Child Care/Family Secretary
DMA Law is looking to recruit a Legal Secretary at our Darlington office to support our resident Solicitor in the Child Care/Family Department. Ideally, they should have experience as follows: Preferable but not essential as training will be given: Responsibilities will include: Ideally, the candidate should have a minimum of two years’ experience as a…
DMA Law, Sunderland: Receptionist/Administrator required.
We are looking for a person who can work under pressure as well as being extremely organised. Salary: Negotiable depending on qualifications and experience. Receptionist/Administrator Requirements Receptionist/Administrator Responsibilities To apply please submit a full CV, in writing to Denise Cowley, DMA Law Limited, 26 Frederick Street, Sunderland, Tyne & Wear. SR1 1LT or email Denise.cowley@dma-law.co.uk…
How can I transfer assets to my grandchildren?
Recent years have seen an increase in grandparents caring for their grandchildren, helping at home and helping with school fees. So, it’s no surprise that many grandparents wish to leave their assets to a grandchild or grandchildren, rather than their children. But how can you transfer your assets to your grandchildren? Lifetime transfer of assets is…