Why Your Business Needs a Commercial Lawyer

Does your business have a commercial lawyer? If not, you could be putting your entire enterprise at risk. Commercial lawyers are legal experts that protect companies from litigation arising from unfair business conduct, compensation claims, intellectual property and taxation. Below is an excerpt detailing the value that a commercial lawyer can add. 1. Contract negotiations A commercial lawyer will negotiate business partnerships to ensure they do not expose your business to liabilities and that they protect your business interests. Read More 

Are You Facing Criminal Charges? 3 Reasons Why You Need to Hire a Competent Criminal Lawyer

In a criminal case, the prosecutor puts their best foot forward to ensure that justice is served. Therefore, as a defendant, you must strive to defend yourself from unfair prosecution. You must prove to the judge and jury, beyond a reasonable doubt, you are innocent. That is where a criminal lawyer comes in. A criminal defence solicitor will have previously worked with criminal prosecution cases, which might be a great resource in winning yours. Read More 

What Is Conveyancing?

Buying property has its challenges, especially when you do not know what is required. That is why conveyancing is recommended—conveyancing is the process of transferring property ownership (a piece of land or a building) from a seller to a buyer. It is a process that is facilitated by a conveyancer or conveyancing solicitor at a fee. The fee is calculated as a percentage of the price of the property of concern. Read More 

Getting sole custody for your child: What should you know?

When parents undergo divorce, many aspects of their lives change. There are financial adjustments that you'll have to make, emotional changes and even changes to your child's routine. Years of research show that children handle divorce best when both parents remain in their lives. This is why co-parenting plans are often preferred over sole custody. However, there are cases where a parent may not be capable of taking care of children from their marriage. Read More 

All You Need To Know About Property Solicitors

A property solicitor is a professional who specialises in the legal aspects of purchasing property. The professional protects the interests of his or her clients and ensures that the purchase does not expose them to future liabilities. Read the extract below to understand the work of property solicitors.  When Should You Hire a Property Solicitor?  The property solicitor should be hired at the earliest stage of buying a home. It allows him or her to examine the property and determine if you are getting value for your money. Read More