4 Tips for new build buyers
Buying a shiny brand-new property can be very exciting, but what a lot of clients don’t realise is that the process of buying a new-build home can be a bit different to buying an existing or older home. There are some considerations that you should keep in mind before purchasing, so here are some of…
Controlling behaviour to be put on par with physical violence
For the first time in UK legal history, controlling or coercive behaviour will be put on a par with physical violence. This will result in offenders sentenced to a year or more imprisonment or a suspended sentence that will automatically be managed by the police, prison, and probation services under public protection arrangements. Yesterday, it…
Myth or fact: is January the Divorce Month?
For years, January has been unofficially nicknamed as divorce month of the year due to the belief that many couples end their marriage early in the New Year. But the question arises: is this a myth or a fact? The truth is a bit complicated because the first two months of the New Year, as…
New laws coming into place in 2023 that you should know
New year, new laws! The new year will bring a series of new laws in the UK, from new legislation that will affect driving laws, taxes, and benefits to the new requirement to provide ID to vote. We have compiled the new laws we believe you should know: Tougher laws for landlords New restrictions that…
Changes to the Online Safety Bill to protect from the abuse of intimate images
Back in July, the Law Commission of England and Wales proposed recommendations to strengthen the law to protect victims of intimate image abuse and to make it easier to prosecute those who take or share intimate images without consent. Effective last month, several changes to the law were announced to broaden the scope of the current intimate…
What happens if an executor fails to follow the terms of a Will?
Being an executor carries a lot of responsibility: the executor must look after all your affairs after your death and distribute your estate between the beneficiaries following the terms of your will. This can sometimes be challenging for several reasons such as bad communication and strained relationships between executors or beneficiaries. In other cases, families can…
Call Advisor/Admin Assistant Consett
DMA Law is looking to appoint a Call Advisor/Admin Assistant. More about the role: The Call Advisor/Admin Assistant will work under the remote supervision of the Operations Manager, assisted by the Operations Manager’s Assistant to provide support at DMA Law, 2 Middle Street, Consett to ensure the office runs smoothly and efficiently: Responsibilities will include:…
Benefits of joint applications for no-fault divorce
The Divorce Dissolution and Separation Act 2020 completely reformed the process of divorcing and brought an end to fault-based divorce, allowing couples to end their marriage jointly. The act also establishes 20 weeks between the start of proceedings and the application for the conditional order, which offers couples with a meaningful period of reflection and the chance…
What support is available for first-time buyers?
As a first-time buyer, you might feel that you have your work cut out for you – especially in the current climate. Don’t get us wrong, buying a property can be very exciting, but at times it can also be difficult, stressful and a huge financial challenge. If you are buying your first home and…
Ensure peace of mind for your loved ones: Create a will
Planning legal steps for the future can make a huge difference to safeguard your family, whatever tomorrow brings. In an upsetting time, you can ensure your family doesn’t also have to deal with the stress of the legal issues that arise when you die without a will. In very simple words, a carefully planned will…