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UK Finance Scraps Lender Handbook Charge After Industry Backlash

By |2026-02-06T09:58:14+00:00February 6, 2026|Categories: Conveyancing|Tags: , , , , , , , , , , , , |

UK Finance has confirmed it will not proceed with plans to introduce a charge for access to the Mortgage Lenders’ Handbook, following widespread opposition from conveyancers and professional bodies across the sector. The proposal would have seen firms charged £50 plus VAT per user, per year to access the Handbook – an essential resource that outlines lenders’ instructions and requirements for mortgage transactions. For conveyancers acting on behalf of lenders, compliance with the Handbook is effectively mandatory. As such, [...]

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Overnight Closure of PM Law Leaves Clients and Staff in Uncertainty

By |2026-02-05T12:32:38+00:00February 5, 2026|Categories: Business Law, Careers, Litigation, Personal Law|Tags: , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , |

The sudden shutdown of PM Law has left many clients and legal professionals facing disruption, confusion, and urgent unanswered questions. As reported by the Law Gazette, the firm’s closure happened with little warning, with offices reportedly closing overnight and staff instructed to clear their desks and leave. For many clients in the middle of property transactions, litigation, and other legal matters, the news has understandably caused significant concern. The regulator, Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA), has since provided an update [...]

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AI in Conveyancing

By |2026-02-04T14:57:57+00:00February 4, 2026|Categories: Employees, Employers, Property Law|Tags: , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , |

Conveyancing has traditionally been viewed rightly or wrongly as one of the slower parts of buying or selling a home. However, conveyancing is essential and safeguards consumers who are making likely the largest purchase of their lives. From property searches and title checks to drafting contracts and coordinating with third parties, conveyancing is a complex and time-consuming process requiring attention to detail and specialist knowledge. However, with the popularisation of AI products such as ChatGPT and other digital tools, [...]

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Marriage Invalidates a Will: A Costly Mistake Many People Don’t Realise

By |2026-01-30T12:23:20+00:00January 30, 2026|Categories: Will Writing|Tags: , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , |

Many people assume that once they have made a Will, it remains valid for life unless they actively revoke it. Unfortunately, that is not always the case. One of the most common and often misunderstood rules in English law is that marriage automatically invalidates an existing Will (unless the Will was made in contemplation of that specific marriage). This can lead to serious and unintended consequences for loved ones. What Does “Marriage Invalidates a Will” Mean? Under English law, [...]

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Why Attwells Solicitors Is Proud to Back Ipswich’s City of Culture Bid

By |2026-01-29T16:31:04+00:00January 29, 2026|Categories: Attwells Internal News|Tags: , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , |

At Attwells Solicitors, Ipswich isn’t just where we work - it’s our home. For generations, we’ve been proud to support local people, families and businesses, and we firmly believe in the town’s potential to thrive, grow and inspire. That’s why we’re delighted to be backing Ipswich’s bid to become the UK City of Culture 2029. The City of Culture bid represents a once-in-a-generation opportunity to celebrate everything that makes Ipswich special, while also unlocking investment, jobs and long-term opportunities [...]

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What Legal Checks Should You Do BEFORE Auction Day?

By |2026-02-07T16:07:59+00:00January 29, 2026|Categories: Auction|Tags: , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , |

Buying a property at auction can be an exciting opportunity – often offering quicker completion times and the chance to secure a bargain. However, auction purchases come with significant legal commitments and risks if you’re not fully prepared. Once the hammer falls, you are legally bound to complete the purchase. There’s no cooling-off period. That’s why carrying out thorough legal checks before auction day is essential. At Attwells Solicitors, we regularly help buyers review auction properties and avoid costly [...]

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EPISODE 1: Where It All Started – The Birth of Attwells Solicitors with Nick Attwell

By |2026-01-28T20:30:38+00:00January 28, 2026|Categories: Property Professional Retainer|

In our very first episode, we sit down with Nick Attwell, CEO of Attwells Solicitors, to talk about how the firm began, and how it’s grown into what it is today.Nick shares the story behind building Attwells from the ground up, the challenges faced along the way, and the key decisions that shaped the firm’s culture, values, and approach to client care. From early lessons to long-term vision, this episode offers an honest look at what it really takes to [...]

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Government Announces Ground Rent Cap: What It Means for Leaseholders and Your Legal Options

By |2026-01-27T11:25:26+00:00January 27, 2026|Categories: Property Law|Tags: , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , |

On 27 January 2026, the UK Government announced a landmark reform of the leasehold system that will have far-reaching implications for millions of homeowners in England and Wales. In a move designed to ease the cost of living and modernise property law, the Government has confirmed that ground rents on existing leasehold properties will be capped at £250 per year, with a longer-term plan to reduce them to a peppercorn (effectively zero) after 40 years. This announcement forms part [...]

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Buttermarket Ipswich: Commercial & Corporate Law Perspectives on a £10m Retail Asset Sale

By |2026-01-26T13:45:05+00:00January 26, 2026|Categories: Commercial Property|Tags: , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , |

On 23 January 2026, the Buttermarket shopping centre in Ipswich was formally listed for sale with an asking price of £10 million, signalling a key moment in the evolution of this town centre retail asset. The announcement arrives amid encouraging performance indicators, rising footfall and renewed long-term leases with key retailers and highlights the complex legal and commercial considerations involved in large-scale property transactions. For businesses and investors alike, successful real estate transactions are not simply about price and [...]

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