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Finally have actually exchanged contracts, so are officially and legally buying a house! Completion date next month is now legally binding!! We're legally responsible for the building and have had to take out buildings insurance from today! I've moved the rest of the deposit to the solicitors so my bank account is looking much slimmer!!!!
#rowan buys a house#aaaaaa#my life and stuff#after so many delays this is it we're locked tf in!#obvs things can still fall through right up until keys in hand but its now in a sitch where we can take legal action if it happens!
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part twenty-one - part twenty-two - part twenty-three
Lily purposefully walked out of her office with a portfolio in hand. She was determined to give Rosier a proper introduction to the business and this internship her best effort, despite Barty's interference. “Rosier? Are you ready to start?”
“Yes, of course.” He glanced up from the laptop she’d given him to set up. It was simply easier to have him adjust it to his liking than for either her or Remus to guess what he’d need and sort the thing out.
“Good. Here’s a project that’s nearly done. It’s an Industrial style conference room for an Engineering Firm. I want you to look it over and familiarise yourself with my process, every step is outlined here. If you have any suggestions or see areas that could be changed for functionality reasons, mark your comments here,” she said, tapping on the appropriate empty rectangle. “I want your contributions documented, so that you can begin building a design portfolio.”
“I will definitely have suggestions,” he replied.
Rosier bit down on his bottom lip as if he were holding back a smile. She’d seen the same look on Remus’s face when he was having a go at her, but to her surprise, Rosier sifted through the file with an eagerness she hadn’t expected.
“Alice from Fortescue & Finch is on the phone,” Remus said, gesturing at the black headset he’d just pulled off. “Do you have a mo’ for her?”
Lily nodded and briskly walked back into her office. “Send it through.”
When her phone rang, she answered with her customer service voice automatically. After three years in a call center during uni, it was second nature to smile and adopt an overly friendly tone the moment she had a client on the line. “Evans Interiors, this is Lily Evans, how can I help you?”
“Hello, Lily,” a warm, genuine voice answered.
“Alice! Thank you for returning my call. Have we a decision on the chairs for your father’s office?”
The heavy sigh that came through the line caught Lily off-guard. Alice was the daughter of the CEO, Florean Fortescue, and managed their corporate contracts. She’d also been the only person who answered the phone when Remus started calling the numbers on file from their initial consultation.
“You haven’t heard,” Alice said. “Father passed last week.”
Lily gasped, “Oh, I–I’m so sorry, Alice! I had no idea.”
Mr. Fortescue was a kind, compassionate man. A rarity for CEOs and solicitors, in her experience. It was truly a shock to hear that he’d passed away, despite his age. She hadn’t heard anything about him being ill or failing.
Alice sighed heavily, and Lily visualized the woman rubbing her temples. It was a common gesture while they were discussing the budget for this project. Her father was quite frugal and insisted on keeping it as low cost as possible, but Alice had pushed him to be a tad more flexible for quality furniture. It was not an easy negotiation.
“Thank you,” Alice said, swallowing hard. There was a long pause before she carried on. “So, we won’t need to worry about picking out chairs. In fact, I’ll have to rework this entire project. I’m so glad we haven't started the install yet.”
Now was not the time to mention that Lily had already placed several orders that would need to be cancelled as soon as possible. As she made the appropriate sympathetic hums and apology for her loss, she quickly whipped out her mobile and tapped out a text to Remus so that he could start on that now. At least she isn’t cancelling it outright. “Rework” probably means his replacement wants a different look. I can do that.
“Was there anything from the original design that you’d like to keep?” she checked, thumb hovering over the screen.
“No, no. Our styles are polar opposites. I prefer rich colours to solid neutrals,” Alice said.
Lily’s heart leapt into her throat, her pulse thrumming with excitement. She swallowed it down, trying not to expose her eagerness while discussing this woman’s loss. Relax, Lily. Her father just died, you twit.
“Are you stepping in as CEO then?” Lily asked.
“Well, yes. My father’s share of the business is now mine, but his business partner is in a tiff about having a ‘female’ as his equal. Old guard misogynist nonsense,” Alice grumbled.
Lily scoffed, “Such tosh! You were up for partner soon anyway, weren’t you?”
“Of course I was, and my father was thrilled about it! I didn’t realise Finch opposed it until after father passed.”
“Well, I think you will be a fantastic CEO, Alice. You have my condolences. Do let me know if you need anything, even if it’s someone to commiserate with, and I’ll be happy to pop by. There’s no time limit on this project either, so until you’re ready, I’ll put a pin in it,” Lily assured her.
From the very first meeting with Alice, she’d wanted to befriend her. Alice was impressive, and a little intimidating at first. Simply because of just how accomplished she was! She was trilingual, thanks to a French father and Hispanic mother, as well as strong-willed and clever. Lily liked her immediately. As her client, any sort of personal relationship was unprofessional to pursue, but she refused to put the same caveat on friendship.
Making friends as an adult is hard enough, thank you very much!
There was a smile in Alice’s voice now, “Thank you, Lily. That means more than you know, especially from a business owner such as yourself.”
“When things are settled, we should meet for lunch. I would be happy to share the joys and miseries of business ownership with you,” Lily suggested.
“Oh, that sounds lovely! Yes, let’s do. Friday work for you? Around eleven o’clock?” Alice asked, a keyboard tapping in the background.
“Perfect! See you then,” Lily agreed readily, “and I truly mean it, Alice. Call me anytime. You have my mobile number, yes?”
“I do. Thanks again, Lily. Goodbye.”
As she ended the call, a giddy stream of joy surged through Lily’s chest. A feeling she hadn’t experienced since hitting it off with Mary and Marlene in uni. It was as though a siren shrieked friendship potential in her mind, but instead of hitting the panic button, she shimmied with delight.
“Eleven on Friday?” Remus asked, peering in her office. He smirked at her mini-celebration. “Did you really just land a date with a client while giving condolences? I don’t even know where to start.”
“It’s not a date! It’s lunch with a potential client, since her project is on hold,” Lily corrected, attempting to reassert her professional demeanor. At his amused expression, she gave in to a grin and whispered, “I think I made a friend, Remus.”
He pointed at her faux-sternly, unable to wipe his own grin away completely. “Friends are fine. No sleeping with clients, that’s your rule, I’m just reminding you of it.”
“Yes, yes. I know,” she insisted with a dismissive wave. “Alice has a boyfriend or a fiance, something along that line. No worries there.”
“Then, by all means, continue shimmying,” he teased, pushing away from the door frame and spinning wildly in his chair. “A win is a win!”
Rosier snorted a laugh, then winked at her over his laptop. “Salut, salut!”
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From their first day of law school, lawyers are trained to anticipate problems and prepare in advance. For the Washington law firm WilmerHale, the problem before it was not hard to spot. President Donald Trump had pursued one venerable D.C. firm, Covington & Burling, with an executive order that revoked security clearances for lawyers representing the former special counsel Jack Smith. A second executive order, against Perkins Coie, went even further, restricting the firm’s lawyers from entering government buildings and threatening the government contracts of its clients. The dual goal of these orders was clear: to punish law firms that had dared to cross Trump and to intimidate others that might stand up to him. WilmerHale was an obvious next target. It had strong ties to the Democratic Party (it represented the Kamala Harris campaign and the Democratic National Committee during the 2024 election); did extensive pro-bono work, much on behalf of liberal causes; and, perhaps of most intense interest to the President, has harbored attorneys whom Trump perceives as enemies, including the former special counsel (and lifelong Republican) Robert Mueller.
The firm’s next move was equally obvious: hire Paul Clement, the leading conservative advocate before the Supreme Court, to represent it. Seth Waxman, a WilmerHale partner who served as Solicitor General under Bill Clinton, called Clement, who was Solicitor General under George W. Bush, to see if he would take the case. Clement, who runs a firm of just fifteen lawyers, could have demurred. Instead, he plunged in. The representation became public on March 28th, the day after Trump issued an executive order targeting WilmerHale, when Clement and his colleagues filed suit on the firm’s behalf. Within hours, U.S. District Judge Richard Leon, nominated to the bench by George W. Bush, blocked most of the order from taking effect, saying that the firm’s “very survival is at stake.” On Wednesday, Leon heard oral arguments on WilmerHale’s request to enjoin the order permanently. “The signal this sends to the whole bar is, ‘Watch out. We’re watching. If you’re litigating against the government . . . your behavior can be punished,’ ” Clement told Leon, in a courtroom jammed with spectators. “And there’s just no way to practice law under those circumstances.” Leon appeared inclined to agree, as did his colleague, Judge Beryl Howell, who earlier in the day had heard a parallel challenge brought by Perkins Coie.
In going up against Trump, Clement’s conservative bona fides are unsurpassed: he appeared on Trump’s own official shortlist for a Supreme Court vacancy during the President’s first term. After graduating from Harvard Law School, Clement clerked for the federal appeals-court judge Laurence Silberman, the intellectual godfather to generations of conservative lawyers, and then for Justice Antonin Scalia. After a stint in private practice, Clement took a somewhat unusual career detour, becoming chief counsel to the Missouri Republican senator John Ashcroft on the Senate Judiciary Committee. That turned out to be felicitous: when Ashcroft became the U.S. Attorney General, in 2001, he brought Clement along. Four years later, Ashcroft tapped him to become Solicitor General; Clement, then thirty-eight, was the youngest person to hold that position in more than fifty years. Since then, Clement has become, as New York magazine put it in 2012, “the go-to lawyer for some of the Republican Party’s most significant, and polarizing, legal causes.” The causes that Clement has embraced are so polarizing, in fact, that he had to leave partnerships at two major law firms—positions in which he earned millions of dollars annually—when they said he was no longer permitted to represent his controversial clients.
If there has been a conservative legal battle over the last two decades, Clement has been on its front lines. When the Obama Administration declined, in 2011, to defend the constitutionality of the Defense of Marriage Act, Clement took up the case for the House of Representatives. (His side famously lost.) When the fate of the Affordable Care Act, President Obama’s landmark health-care law, was before the Supreme Court, in 2012, Clement argued on behalf of twenty-six states that the statute was unconstitutional. (Clement’s involvement “assures the Supreme Court that our arguments will be presented as professionally, intelligently and effectively as possible,” Pam Bondi, then the attorney general of Florida and now the U.S. Attorney General, said at the time. Clement’s side mostly lost.) When gun-rights advocates wanted to expand the reach of the Second Amendment right to bear arms, in 2010 and, again, in 2022, Clement brought their cases to the Supreme Court, securing victories for them. When the owners of Hobby Lobby, the crafts-store chain, claimed that their religious rights were infringed upon by the A.C.A. requirement that they provide certain types of contraceptive coverage to employees, Clement took up their case. He won that, in 2014. He also won a case, in 2022, on behalf of a high-school football coach who claimed that he lost his job for praying after games. Last year, Clement helped realize a long-standing goal of the conservative legal movement: he persuaded the Court to jettison the Chevron doctrine, the forty-year-old rule that judges should generally defer to government agencies’ interpretations of the laws they administer.
Securing Clement on the side of WilmerHale sent a powerful signal to judges—including the Justices of the Supreme Court, which seems all but certain to eventually consider the case—that the battle over the executive order is not a fight of left versus right, of Democrat versus Republican. Waxman told me, “Paul’s undertaking this representation reflects in the clearest way possible that there is really no daylight across the ideological spectrum about how utterly unconstitutional and inappropriate and damaging these executive orders are to the rule of law and to the adversary system of justice that is central to American democracy.” Clement declined to be interviewed. (Washington being a small town, he and my husband are working together on a separate legal issue.)
Clement’s lawsuit against the executive order isn’t his only tangle with the second Trump Administration. When the Department of Justice moved to drop the corruption case against New York City Mayor Eric Adams, the chambers of the U.S. District Judge Dale Ho turned to a lawyer at a large firm for an independent assessment, according to a source familiar with the episode. The firm declined the assignment—a sign, even before the executive order against Covington & Burling was issued, of the profession’s skittishness about taking on the new Administration. Clement accepted the job. Disagreeing with the D.O.J., he said that the case should be dismissed “with prejudice,” or permanently—a move that “eliminates any appearance that the executive is asserting undue influence over a public official.”
Clement’s willingness to take on the Administration is not economically foolhardy; the business model of his boutique practice, with its focus on appellate advocacy, does not expose it to the same risks encountered by larger firms that have much more business before the federal government. But Clement’s decision-making does underscore his stubborn adherence to conservative principles over political loyalties—not a comfortable position in the Trump era. “He can get pretty far out there with his conservative views sometimes, but I think he is a genuinely principled person,” Donald Verrilli, who served as Solicitor General during the Obama Administration, and memorably went up against Clement over the A.C.A., told me. “He’s willing to take risks professionally because of what he believes.”
With his exaggeratedly small glasses and receding, light-brown hair, Clement, who is fifty-eight, has the mild, unpretentious air of your favorite high-school English teacher. (He once said that he might have majored in English had his father, an accountant and a chief financial officer for a midsize company, not pressed for a more practical field.) He grew up the youngest of four children in a Catholic family in Cedarburg, Wisconsin, a small suburb of Milwaukee; he remains both a fervent Green Bay Packers fan and a devout member of the Church. In a 2023 speech to the Catholic Information Center which provided an unusual glimpse into Clement’s private views—he often tries to distinguish between the positions he advocates for on clients’ behalf and what he might personally believe—Clement lamented societal forces that “silence us when it comes to protecting life or defining marriage.”
Outside the courtroom, Clement is affable and unassuming; inside, his style with the Justices is conversational, almost relaxed. “He can talk on the Justices’ level in a way I’ve never seen any other advocate do,” Lisa Blatt, a partner at the litigation firm Williams & Connolly, told me. (Blatt worked under Clement in the Solicitor General’s office and teaches a class with him at Georgetown.) At a celebration of Clement’s fiftieth oral argument before the Justices, in 2009—Clement has now argued a hundred and nineteen Supreme Court cases—the longtime Deputy Solicitor General, Edwin Kneedler, described Clement’s style as “assurance without cockiness.” One sign of that assurance is that, almost unheard of among Supreme Court advocates, he brings no notes with him to the lectern.
But perhaps an even more telling illustration of Clement’s confidence came during his time as Solicitor General, when he went up against Vice-President Dick Cheney. The Supreme Court had agreed to decide the scope of the Second Amendment, in a case involving the District of Columbia’s ban on private ownership of handguns. Ashcroft had announced the Bush Administration’s position: that the Constitution protects an individual’s right to bear arms. But the Solicitor General has a responsibility to represent the interests of various components of the federal government, and Clement had to take into account concerns that a broad interpretation of that right could jeopardize the constitutionality of federal laws, such as the restrictions on owning machine guns. So the Solicitor General’s brief stopped short of declaring that the D.C. law was flatly unconstitutional, as the appeals court had said, in a ruling by Silberman, the judge for whom Clement had clerked years before. Instead, the brief urged the Justices to declare the existence of the broad constitutional right, but then send the case to the lower court for further review. Gun-rights advocates were furious, and Cheney took the unusual step of signing a competing friend-of-the-court brief advocating that the D.C. law be declared “unconstitutional per se.” On the eve of oral arguments, the syndicated columnist Robert Novak bemoaned “bizarre behavior by the Justice Department” and predicted that Clement, appearing in person before the Justices, would backtrack. He didn’t, and though the Court, dividing 5–4, declared the handgun ban unconstitutional, it followed Clement’s advice by not subjecting gun regulations to “strict scrutiny,” the toughest standard of review.
This episode was classic Clement. He tends to advocate positions that are conservative without being unduly—and counterproductively—maximalist. “He was always a complete mensch,” Roberta Kaplan, who argued against Clement in the Defense of Marriage Act case, told me. “There were a billion arguments people in defense of DOMA had been saying—gay people are bad parents, they’ll depress the birth rate, crazy arguments that straight people will get married less,” she said. “The only argument he would make was that DOMA satisfied the rational-basis test because it was better for the federal government to have one uniform standard of marriage laws. It didn’t work, but it was the only argument that didn’t denigrate gay people.”
Clement’s role in the DOMA case introduces another wrinkle into his involvement in the litigation over Trump’s targeting of law firms. Clement resigned lucrative partnerships, first at King & Spalding, and then at Kirkland & Ellis, when the firms decided to drop controversial clients that Clement was representing. The irony is unavoidable: the lawyer brought in to help save Big Law from Trump’s accusations that it is excessively woke has himself been a victim of that tendency. As the Harvard Law School professor Jack Goldsmith, a colleague of Clement’s in the George W. Bush Justice Department, put it, “Basically, Clement is defending the prerogative of Big Law to do what they did to him.” Mike Davis, the conservative lawyer and Trump adviser who heads the Article III Project, which advocated for Trump’s judges during his first term and now supports the President’s assault on supposed “lawfare,” described the development more colorfully. “It’s amazing that the same law firms that chased Paul Clement out of town four years ago are now begging for him to rescue them,” Davis told me.
This is not to suggest that Clement’s actions are contradictory—quite the opposite. The through line in Clement’s position has been that lawyers and law firms must not shy away from taking on unpopular or difficult causes, no matter what that costs them. At the same time, Clement’s own experiences are undeniable evidence that there is a certain ideological rigidity to the positions taken by major firms, a conformity reinforced by their corporate clients. In this environment, conservative views represent a distinct and sometimes disfavored minority.
Clement encountered this phenomenon in 2011, when, as a partner at King & Spalding, he was hired to defend DOMA. The Human Rights Campaign, a leading L.G.B.T.Q. civil-rights group, launched an immediate attack, calling King & Spalding’s decision “a shameful stain on the firm’s reputation” and mounting a pressure campaign involving firm clients and potential recruits. Brian Beutler, then of the news site Talking Points Memo, reported that Coca-Cola, one of King & Spalding’s top clients, lobbied the firm to reverse course. It did, and Clement quit.
“To be clear, I take this step not because of strongly held views about this statute,” Clement wrote in his letter of resignation. “Instead, I resign out of the firmly held belief that a representation should not be abandoned because the client’s legal position is extremely unpopular in certain quarters. Defending unpopular positions is what lawyers do.”
Among those who came to Clement’s defense was Justice Elena Kagan. At a Georgetown University reception for the Supreme Court bar, Kagan praised Clement for his “integrity, professionalism, and honor,” and said that those who criticize him “misunderstand the traditions and ethics of the legal profession.” The event was closed to the press, but Kagan went out of her way, through a Court spokeswoman, to confirm her remarks and agree they could be used in a Washington Post story.
Clement eventually found himself back in Big Law, this time at the behemoth Kirkland & Ellis, the highest-grossing law firm in the world. On the morning of June 23, 2022, the Supreme Court handed Clement a victory in New York State Rifle & Pistol Association v. Bruen, ruling 6–3 that a New York law restricting the right to carry a handgun in public violated the Second Amendment. Later that day, Kirkland & Ellis gave Clement a by now familiar ultimatum: give up his gun clients or leave the firm. “There was only one choice: We couldn’t abandon our clients simply because their positions are unpopular in some circles,” Clement, joined by his colleague Erin Murphy, wrote in an op-ed for the Wall Street Journal. Clement and Murphy acknowledged the fierce national debate over the “scope of the Second Amendment and the plague of gun violence.” But, they argued, “that makes resisting the pressure to drop an unpopular client all the more crucial.”
Clement later expanded on this critique, emphasizing the risk in an adversarial system of having major law firms refuse to represent certain clients. “It’s getting to be more and more the case that big law firms are only willing to tackle a subset of the controversial issues, or on more and more issues are only willing to weigh in on one side of the ‘v,’ ” he told the legal writer David Lat, in October, 2022. “The whole system and the courts, frankly, are going to ultimately suffer as a result.” At a Federalist Society panel, Clement was more pointed about why this had happened. “Big law firms are becoming increasingly woke, because their clients are becoming increasingly woke,” he said.
John Adams inevitably turns up in any discussion of lawyers’ responsibility to help unpopular clients, and so he did in Clement’s lawsuit on behalf of WilmerHale. Adams, as Clement noted in the opening paragraph of the complaint, “embodied these principles by defending eight British soldiers in the ‘Boston Massacre’ trial, an effort he described as ‘one of the best pieces of service I ever rendered my country.’ ” Still, lawyers’ duty to unpopular causes is more layered than the Adams example—and Clement’s own statements—suggest. Attorneys can reasonably decide that, though everyone deserves a lawyer, not everyone deserves them as a lawyer. It does not violate ethical rules for a lawyer—or a law firm, for that matter—to decline to represent a particular client or cause. WilmerHale, for example, explains in its court papers in the executive-order case that it has chosen not to represent tobacco-industry clients in matters that involve the health effects of tobacco. Similarly, Clement’s stable of conservative clients and causes is no accident: they reflect his priorities and beliefs. Deciding to take them on is his right under the rules of legal ethics and the protections afforded by the Constitution.
And that is the point at issue with the executive orders: the cases and clients that law firms and lawyers choose are no business of Donald Trump, nor of anyone in a position of public authority. Trump’s effort to intimidate major law firms—to leave them too cowed to represent controversial clients, hire disfavored lawyers, or challenge Administration actions—is dangerous for the very reasons that Clement identified when he left big-firm partnerships rather than jettison clients. In the United States, the rule of law envisions an adversary system, and that requires lawyers willing to zealously represent unpopular individuals and causes.
Trump, through his onslaught of executive orders, wants to see the adversaries silenced. He may get his way. So far, nine major firms have acceded to his campaign of extortion, which has yielded close to a billion dollars in promised free legal services for Trump-approved causes. The firms may comfort themselves, as the Milbank chair Scott Edelman did, by explaining that “an agreement would not entail any significant changes to our current practices.” But appeasing Trump never works. It only increases his desire to prove his dominance. “Have you noticed that lots of law firms have been signing up with Trump? A hundred million dollars, another hundred million dollars, for damages that they’ve done,” Trump said this month, at an event to promote the coal industry. “We’re gonna use some of those firms to work with you on your leasing and your other things, and they’ll do a great job.” A day later, he said that the Administration would “spend some of the money we’re getting from the law firms in terms of their legal time” to help implement tariffs. If lawyers become tools for Trump to deploy for favored clients, they will cede the independence of judgment that is the essence of their professional identity. Worse, they will capitulate to an unconstitutional vision in which the government is empowered to police the expression of political views and to punish the activities and associations of private entities with which it disagrees.
“Whatever short-term advantage an administration may gain from exercising power in this way, the rule of law cannot long endure in the climate of fear that such actions create,” Verrilli, the former Obama Solicitor General, wrote, in a friend-of-the-court brief filed on behalf of more than five hundred law firms, in a lawsuit brought by Perkins Coie. The news of the brief, however, wasn’t that seemingly impressive number—it was the paucity of major firms willing to sign, despite an intensive, weeks-long effort to coax their participation. In the end, the only major firms that agreed to have their names on the document were the other three that have been targeted by Trump and not reached settlements—WilmerHale, Covington & Burling, and Jenner & Block—and two others, Arnold & Porter and Freshfields U.S.
Clement’s departures from his law-firm partnerships over DOMA and gun rights were moments in which the firms allowed short-term financial considerations to outweigh their professional responsibilities. Here we go again—except, this time, the capitulation is far more destructive, not just to the firms but to the legal system itself. “Big Law continues to bend the knee to President Trump because they know they were wrong, and he looks forward to putting their pro bono legal concessions toward implementing his America First agenda,” the White House press secretary, Karoline Leavitt, said, earlier this month. How can any lawyer at one of the firms that have inked deals with Trump not gag at this depiction? This is the firms’ unwanted moment in the national spotlight, and, with the exception of the few that have opted to stand up to Trump, they are failing spectacularly. Clement understands as well as anyone the shortcomings of Big Law—and the imperative of defending it.
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Need help with our current and future legal fees
I am reaching out to you today to humbly ask for your support in our fight against the dishonest and frankly totally unfit executor of my wife's mother's will.
He has bombarded our family with many insults, lies, and totally untrue accusations. Some are extremely personal, obscene, and completely unfounded. All these messages were sent via WhatsApp and Messenger. On one occasion he said to my wife after she questioned what he was doing 'It's nothing to do with you and anyway you will be dead soon' Copies of all these messages are held by our legal representatives.
We desperately need to remove him as an executor but this is proving to be beyond our means.
Our solicitor needs 1500 pounds to prepare the case and then a further 2000 pounds to submit it to the court. After that, if there is a hearing, costs will spiral.
Sadly, this individual (My wife's brother) has failed badly to carry out his responsibilities with honesty and integrity, causing undue hardship, mental anguish, and many legal challenges for my wife. He has resisted every attempt we have made to negotiate an end to this matter. His replies to requests made by our legal representatives were met with the same vitriolic comments we have been receiving. Once even accusing them of Fraud and threatening them with being reported to HMRC.
We also suspect that at or around the time of my wife's Mother's death he took amounts of money from her bank and savings accounts though we cannot prove this as we have not got access yet to her banking records. We have written to the relevant banks and building societies in order to investigate this further.
He has withheld the information from my wife for almost four years that she was named as a co-executor of the estate. We only got sight of the will he holds in early 2023. This happened after he had taken legal advice which he seems to have now abandoned.
Without her knowledge or permission rented out her mother's property in September 2019 some 8 weeks after her death.
This rental was not registered with the proper authorities and as far as we know no contract was signed. He has since registered himself as the landlord and owner of the property with the rental authorities(2022). He has taken the rent from that property for his own personal income Est 40,000 pounds to date. This money belongs to the estate.
We are asking for donations in light of our mounting legal fees as we have all but exhausted our savings and are unable to continue. We plan to have him removed as an executor so we can finally close off the estate. This can be a very expensive and lengthy process.
To date, he has not applied for probate for the estate but rather used the assets of that estate for his own financial benefit. He had the house valued even before the funeral had taken place and rented out the property only a few weeks after. He did not register the rental of the property with the appropriate authorities. The house was not insured and no contract was in place with the tenant. He did not remove any of my wife's parent's belongings or furniture. These were left for the tenant to package up and store outside the house in a lean-to garage. Anything my wife would have wanted to keep as a memento has now gone. We imagine photographs, letters etc are all destroyed.
He continues to attempt to insult our family via social media and any other means at his disposal, though we have blocked him wherever we can.
He has made no attempt to instigate a probate application himself nor is he showing any signs of cooperating with us. My wife's mother had always insisted that there was enough money in her accounts to pay for the funeral expenses. This proved not to be the case and we made up the difference.
To ensure that justice is served and the wishes of the deceased are respected, we are in need of financial assistance to cover the mounting legal fees. Every donation, no matter the size, will bring us one step closer to holding this person accountable and ensuring a just resolution. We kindly request your generosity in helping us fight for what is rightfully ours and stand against dishonesty. Any contribution will make a significant difference in our pursuit of justice. Thank you in advance for your support and belief in our case.
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Having clear criteria allows buyers to focus only on houses for sale Jimboomba that meet their lifestyle and investment needs.
Step 3: Begin the Property Search
Once financial and personal requirements are defined, the active property search begins. Buyers should explore both online listings and local agencies to discover current houses for sale Jimboomba. Attending open homes, private inspections, and even speaking to residents in the area can provide useful information and a feel for the community.
Step 4: Conduct Due Diligence
Before making an offer, it's vital to investigate the condition and legality of the property. This includes:
Building and pest inspections
Reviewing council zoning and development plans
Confirming land boundaries and any easements
Due diligence ensures that any potential houses for sale Jimboomba meet legal and structural expectations, avoiding costly surprises after purchase.
Step 5: Make an Offer or Bid at Auction
Properties in Jimboomba are typically sold through private treaty or auction. For private sales, an offer is made in writing and submitted to the seller via the agent. For auctions, registration and bidding occur publicly, with contracts signed immediately upon winning the bid.
When pursuing houses for sale Jimboomba, understanding the sales process and being prepared to act quickly is critical in competitive markets.
Step 6: Finalise the Legal Process
Once an offer is accepted or the auction is won, the contract of sale is signed. Key stages in this phase include:
Cooling-off period (if applicable)
Payment of the deposit
Engaging a conveyancer or solicitor
Satisfying any contract conditions such as finance approval
Throughout this stage, constant communication with legal representatives and financial institutions ensures a smooth transition to ownership.
Step 7: Settlement and Moving In
Settlement is the final stage of purchasing houses for sale Jimboomba. On settlement day, the remainder of the purchase price is paid, and legal ownership is transferred. Buyers receive the keys and can begin moving into their new property.
Planning the move in advance, organising utilities, and scheduling cleaning or maintenance are recommended steps to facilitate a seamless transition.
Why Jimboomba Is a Strong Choice for Home Buyers
Jimboomba continues to appeal to a broad demographic, including families, retirees, and investors. The area's blend of rural charm, community facilities, and future infrastructure projects make houses for sale Jimboomba a worthwhile consideration for both lifestyle and long-term value.
From spacious homes on acreage blocks to contemporary residences in emerging estates, the variety available caters to diverse needs. With strategic planning and informed decision-making, securing a home in Jimboomba can be a rewarding experience.
Conclusion
Purchasing a property in Jimboomba involves multiple steps that require careful attention, from financial preparation to final settlement. For those exploring houses for sale Jimboomba, following a structured approach ensures informed choices and minimises risk. With growing demand and lifestyle appeal, Jimboomba remains one of Queensland’s promising residential hubs.
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Expert Legal Advice for Startups: Everything You Need to Know
Starting a business is thrilling. You’ve got the big idea, the passion, maybe even the funding. But without proper legal advice, even the best startups can run into serious trouble. Contracts, intellectual property, compliance—it all adds up fast. That’s why seeking legal advice for startups is a non-negotiable step in building a strong, sustainable business.
Whether you're launching your startup in London, Manchester, or online, this guide will help you understand the key legal areas to cover. We’ll also explain how legal firms like Gurve Legal can support your startup with tailored services that grow alongside your business.
Why Legal Advice Matters for Startups
Startups often operate with limited resources, pushing legal services to the bottom of the priority list. Unfortunately, that can lead to problems down the line—lawsuits, fines, disputes, and missed opportunities.
Getting the right legal advice early helps your startup:
Avoid costly mistakes
Protect intellectual property
Attract investors with clean documentation
Stay compliant with local laws and regulations
Resolve conflicts before they escalate
Good legal planning isn't just about defense—it's about enabling growth and long-term success.
1. Choosing the Right Business Structure
One of the first decisions you’ll make is selecting the legal structure of your startup. In the UK, your options typically include:
Sole trader
Partnership
Limited company (LTD)
Limited liability partnership (LLP)
Each has different tax implications, reporting requirements, and liability exposure.
A limited company is often the most attractive option for startups seeking funding, as it offers a separate legal identity and limited liability. Legal professionals can guide you through the registration process, explain your duties as a director, and help you avoid common startup mistakes.
2. Protecting Intellectual Property (IP)
Your idea is valuable—but only if you protect it. Whether it’s your brand name, logo, software, or product design, securing your intellectual property is crucial.
Legal advice for startups should include:
Trademark registration – to protect your brand name and logo
Copyright guidance – for content, code, and creative works
Patent filing – for inventions and unique processes
NDAs and IP clauses – in employment and contractor agreements
Gurve Legal helps startups identify and secure their IP from day one, reducing the risk of infringement or theft.
3. Drafting Contracts That Work
Contracts are the foundation of any business. From customer agreements to supplier contracts and founder arrangements, every relationship should be legally sound.
Key startup contracts include:
Founder agreements
Employment and contractor contracts
Client service agreements
Supplier/vendor terms
Privacy policies and website terms
Generic templates won’t cut it. Every contract should reflect your specific business model and protect your interests. A solicitor ensures clarity, enforceability, and fairness in all agreements.
4. Employment Law and Hiring Practices
As your startup grows, you’ll likely hire staff or work with freelancers. UK employment law is strict, and even small missteps can lead to legal claims.
Legal advice for hiring includes:
Creating compliant employment contracts
Drafting employee handbooks and policies
Clarifying rights for freelancers vs employees
Handling terminations and redundancies correctly
Gurve Legal can guide your startup through employment regulations, including IR35, discrimination law, and more, ensuring your team is both protected and productive.
5. Raising Capital Legally
Raising investment is a huge milestone for any startup. But without the right legal foundation, it can get messy fast. Investors will expect clean documentation, proper share structures, and due diligence-ready materials.
You’ll need legal help with:
Shareholder agreements
Term sheets and investment contracts
Cap table management
SEIS/EIS compliance (UK-specific tax schemes)
If you're unprepared legally, investors may walk away. Gurve Legal helps startups close funding rounds with confidence and clarity.
6. Data Protection and Privacy Compliance
If your startup collects customer data—through an app, e-commerce platform, or email marketing—you must comply with UK GDPR and the Data Protection Act 2018.
Legal services help ensure:
Your privacy policy is GDPR-compliant
You have proper consent mechanisms
You respond appropriately to data subject requests
Your data storage practices meet security standards
Failing to meet data laws can result in heavy fines from the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO). Startups should be privacy-first from day one.
7. Resolving Disputes the Smart Way
Conflicts happen in business. Whether it's a disagreement between founders or a client failing to pay, you need a legal process for resolution.
Legal advice can help with:
Founder and shareholder disputes
Breach of contract claims
Non-payment issues
Mediation or litigation strategy
Early legal intervention can often prevent disputes from escalating. Gurve Legal provides expert negotiation and dispute resolution tailored to the startup space.
8. Planning for Exit or Acquisition
Even in the early stages, it pays to think ahead. If you're aiming to sell your startup, merge with another company, or attract acquisition offers, your legal foundation must be solid.
Legal advice for exit planning includes:
Reviewing company structure and IP ownership
Cleaning up contracts and HR documents
Preparing for due diligence
Drafting sale or merger agreements
An exit could happen sooner than you think—so it's wise to be legally prepared at all times.
Why Work with Gurve Legal?
Gurve Legal is a modern UK-based law firm offering strategic, affordable legal advice tailored to startups and small businesses.
Here’s why startups trust Gurve Legal:
Fixed-fee packages for predictable legal costs
Startup-focused expertise from incorporation to investment
Clear, jargon-free communication
Custom solutions designed to grow with your business
Whether you’re launching your MVP, preparing for investment, or building your team, Gurve Legal provides the expert legal support every startup needs.
Final Thoughts
Legal advice for startups isn’t a luxury—it’s a necessity. It helps you avoid risks, attract investment, protect your ideas, and stay compliant in a competitive business world.
The earlier you get legal advice, the fewer issues you’ll face later. Startups that invest in legal services from day one tend to scale faster and face fewer costly surprises.
Ready to build a startup with strong legal foundations? Connect with the experts at Gurve Legal for clear, effective, and affordable legal advice tailored to your business goals.
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Power in Representation: How Litigation Lawyers in Parramatta Are Redefining Legal Advocacy?
Representation power is what is at the core of what litigation lawyers in Parramatta provide today. The days when legal advocacy consisted of merely arguing in court are over. Litigation lawyers in Parramatta are now redefining what it means to have solid legal support, providing clients with strategic counsel, early intervention, and a bespoke approach to dispute resolution. This new age of advocacy is strengthening the hand of individuals and businesses alike, getting their rights guaranteed and their voice heard at every level of the legal process.
What are litigation lawyers in Parramatta doing?
Thorough case management: Parramatta litigation lawyers coordinate everything from investigation and pleadings to discovery, mediation, trial, and appeal.
Expert guidance: They offer plain, straightforward advice on your rights and responsibilities, enabling you to handle complicated legal issues confidently.
Early resolution: By evaluating the merits and weaknesses of your case early, they can frequently settle cases before they reach court, and that saves time and money.
Negotiation and mediation: Most cases are resolved outside of court by experienced negotiation and mediation, which enables clients to take more control of results and that lessens stress.
Court representation: If a matter does proceed to court, litigation lawyers are prepared to advocate fiercely on your behalf, whether you’re the plaintiff or defendant.
How are litigation lawyers in Parramatta redefining legal advocacy?
Personalised strategies: Each case is unique. Lawyers tailor their approach to your specific needs, whether it’s a small debt recovery or a complex corporate dispute.
Client empowerment: They ensure that you fully understand your legal situation, options, and potential outcomes, allowing you to make informed decisions along the way.
Cost-effective solutions: Recognising that legal disputes can be costly and stressful, Parramatta lawyers strive to resolve issues effectively and prevent unnecessary court proceedings.
Specialised expertise: From construction and professional negligence to trade practices and property disputes, Parramatta litigation lawyers apply in-depth expertise to a broad array of legal matters.
Transparent communication: Clients are kept informed at every step, with clear explanations and regular updates, fostering confidence and alleviating anxiety.
What are the cases that litigation lawyers in Parramatta deal with?
Commercial disputes: Such as contract breaches, partnership disputes, and business disagreements.
Debt recovery: Assisting individuals and companies in recovering what they're owed, from minor debts to complex corporate issues.
Professional negligence: Advising clients on claims against professionals who have breached their duty of care.
Property and construction disputes: Resolving disputes concerning building schemes, property boundaries, and development contracts.
Defamation, insolvency, and bankruptcy: Dealing with reputational harm and financial distress with sensitivity and expertise.
Why is early intervention and strategy so crucial in litigation?
Saves costs: Early determination and negotiation may avoid costly and time-consuming court proceedings.
Minimises stress: Prompt, strategic action frequently results in quicker resolutions, so clients can move on with a clear conscience.
Enhances results: A thoroughly prepared case and aggressive strategy boost the likelihood of a positive outcome, either by settlement or at trial.
How do you select the best Parramatta litigation lawyer?
Experience and expertise: Find a solicitor with an excellent history in the kind of case you have.
Personal approach: Choose someone who listens attentively, explains things clearly, and prioritises your best interests.
Transparent fees: Ensure you know the costs involved and how your lawyer will work to resolve your issue efficiently.
Local knowledge: Parramatta solicitors know the local courts, regulations, and business climate, providing you with a strategic advantage.
Conclusion
Litigation lawyers in Parramatta are redefining legal advocacy by combining expertise, strategy, and a client-focused approach. They are not just courtroom advocates-they’re problem solvers, negotiators, and trusted advisors who empower clients to achieve the best possible outcomes. Whether you are facing a commercial dispute, seeking debt recovery, or navigating complex legal challenges, the right representation in Parramatta can make all the difference in protecting your rights and securing your future.
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Unlocking Success: How to Approach Difficult Topics in Your SQE Studies
Introduction
Navigating the complexities of law can be daunting, especially when preparing for the Solicitors Qualifying Examination (SQE). Understanding how to tackle difficult subjects is crucial for your success. This article, titled Unlocking Success: How to Approach Difficult Topics in Your SQE Studies, aims to provide you with actionable strategies, valuable resources, and insights into mastering tough sample SQE questions topics that often arise during SQE preparation.
The SQE represents a significant milestone in the journey toward solicitor qualification. It’s designed not only to test your legal knowledge but also your analytical and problem-solving skills. As such, it encompasses a diverse range of legal areas, some of which can be particularly challenging. By employing effective study strategies and utilizing the best SQE resources available, you can build confidence and competence in these areas.
In this article, we will explore various strategies for approaching difficult topics in your SQE studies. We’ll delve into study techniques, resource recommendations, common challenges faced by candidates, and much more. Let’s get started on this journey toward unlocking your success!
Understanding the SQE Structure What is the SQE?
The Solicitors Qualifying Examination (SQE) is a pivotal assessment for aspiring solicitors in England and Wales. It evaluates candidates on their legal knowledge and practical skills through two stages: SQE1 and SQE2.
SQE1: The Knowledge Assessment
SQE1 mainly focuses on multiple-choice questions covering a wide range of legal principles and practice areas such as contract law, criminal law, property law, and more. Given its breadth, many students find certain topics more challenging than others.
SQE2: The Practical Assessment
SQE2 tests skills through practical tasks like client interviews and advocacy exercises. Here too, candidates may encounter difficulties depending on their strengths and weaknesses in specific legal skills.
Common Difficult Topics in SQE Studies Contract Law Challenges
Contract law can be complex due to its intricate rules surrounding formation, validity, performance, and breach. Many students struggle with concepts like consideration or misrepresentation.
Criminal Law Nuances
Criminal law encompasses various defenses and statutory interpretations that can be quite confusing. Issues such as mens rea versus actus reus often present hurdles for candidates.
Property Law Pitfalls
With concepts like freehold vs leasehold interests or easements complicating issues further, property law requires a thorough understanding that often eludes even diligent learners.
Effective Study Techniques Active Learning Strategies
Utilizing active learning techniques—like summarizing information or teaching it to someone else—can greatly enhance retention of difficult material.
Practice with SQE Practice Questions
Working through SQE practice questions is one of the most effective strategies for reinforcing knowledge. These questions often mirror real exam scenarios and help SQE practice questions
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Estate Agents in Solihull for Buying and Selling or Renting

Solihull, known for its leafy suburbs, excellent schools, and strong transport links, has become one of the most sought-after areas in the West Midlands. Whether you're looking to buy your dream home, sell your current property, or find the perfect rental, estate agents in Solihull play a crucial role in guiding you through the process. Navigating the property market can be complex, especially in a competitive area like Solihull. Local estate agents bring invaluable expertise. They understand market trends, know how to price properties accurately, and often have access to listings before they hit public portals. This gives buyers and sellers a distinct advantage.
Moreover, estate agents in Solihull often have a network of trusted mortgage brokers, surveyors, and solicitors, making the entire process more efficient and less stressful.
Selling Your Property in Solihull
Selling a home is more than just putting up a ‘For Sale’ sign. Experienced agents can advise on how to present your property, carry out professional valuations, and negotiate on your behalf to achieve the best possible price. With a mix of traditional homes, new builds, and executive apartments, the local market is diverse—and estate agents in Solihull understand how to target the right buyers for each property type.
Renting and Letting in Solihull
For those not ready to buy, or for landlords looking to let out their property, estate agents offer tailored services. They manage tenant sourcing, referencing, contracts, and even property management. This ensures peace of mind for both landlords and tenants.
Whether you're a first-time buyer, a seasoned investor, or simply looking to relocate, estate agents in Solihull offer the local insight and professional support you need. Their knowledge of the area’s micro-markets and commitment to client satisfaction makes them a vital resource in any property journey.
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Your Conveyancing Checklist for a Smooth Property Sale

Selling a property can be a milestone event—whether you’re upgrading to your dream home, downsizing for convenience, or cashing in on an investment. But behind the scenes of every successful sale is a detailed legal process known as conveyancing. It ensures the legal transfer of property ownership from seller to buyer, and navigating it effectively can be the difference between a smooth transaction and a stressful ordeal.
To help you steer clear of complications and delays, we’ve put together a comprehensive conveyancing checklist. Whether you’re selling for the first time or a seasoned homeowner, this guide is your go-to reference for ensuring a seamless property sale.
1. Prepare Your Documents Early
One of the most common reasons for delays in conveyancing is missing paperwork. Start gathering your documents as soon as you decide to sell.
Key Documents Include:
Property Title Deeds – Proof of ownership.
Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) – Required by law in many regions.
Planning Permission or Building Regulation Certificates – For any work you’ve had done.
FENSA Certificates – For double glazing installations.
Boiler Service Records – Buyers often want to know the heating system’s status.
Warranties/Guarantees – For appliances or recent building work.
Tip: If you’ve misplaced your title deeds, contact the Land Registry to obtain a replacement.
2. Instruct a Conveyancer or Solicitor
Choosing the right legal representative is critical. A licensed conveyancer or solicitor will handle the legalities of the sale, communicate with the buyer’s legal team, and help you navigate contracts.
Consider:
Experience with similar property types.
Fixed Fee vs Hourly Rate – Know what you're paying for.
Availability and Communication – Choose someone responsive.
Tip: Don’t automatically go for the cheapest. Reliable service and good communication can prevent costly delays.
3. Complete the Property Information Forms
Once your conveyancer is instructed, you’ll be asked to fill out detailed questionnaires:
TA6 (Property Information Form) – General details about the property.
TA10 (Fittings and Contents Form) – What’s included in the sale.
TA7 (Leasehold Information Form) – If your property is leasehold.
These forms are legally binding, so answer truthfully and thoroughly. Omissions or inaccuracies could lead to disputes later.
4. Resolve Any Legal or Structural Issues
Before listing your property or finalizing a sale, address any known issues that could raise red flags:
Boundary Disputes
Unapproved Extensions
Outstanding Mortgages or Secured Loans
Restrictive Covenants
Speak to your conveyancer about how to best resolve or disclose these matters. In some cases, you may need to purchase indemnity insurance.
5. Draft the Contract of Sale
Your solicitor or conveyancer will prepare the draft contract, which includes:
Property details
Sale price
Fixtures and fittings
Target completion date
Legal boundaries
Special conditions
This is sent to the buyer’s solicitor for review. Be prepared for some back and forth during the negotiation stage.
Tip: Flexibility with dates and terms can smooth negotiations and speed up the process.
6. Respond Promptly to Enquiries
After reviewing your draft contract and property information, the buyer’s solicitor may raise pre-contract enquiries. These could relate to:
Clarification on property boundaries
Planning permissions
Drainage and flood risks
Rights of way or easements
Responding quickly—and with complete answers—keeps the process moving. If you need to gather information, keep the buyer informed to maintain trust.
7. Manage Your Mortgage Redemption
If you still have a mortgage on the property, your solicitor will need to obtain a redemption statement from your lender. This outlines how much is left to pay.
Ensure:
You know your mortgage account number.
You account for any early repayment fees.
The final balance can be settled on completion day.
If you're porting your mortgage to a new property, coordinate this with both your lender and conveyancer early on.
8. Agree on Exchange and Completion Dates
Once all enquiries are resolved, contracts are approved, and the buyer has secured their mortgage, you’ll be ready to exchange contracts.
At this stage:
The sale becomes legally binding.
A deposit (usually 10%) is paid by the buyer.
Completion dates are set, usually 1–4 weeks later.
Tip: Aim for a Friday completion—this gives you the weekend to settle in or clean up.
9. Prepare for Completion
Completion day is when funds are transferred and the keys are handed over. As the seller, you’ll need to:
Vacate the property by the agreed time (usually midday).
Take final meter readings for utilities.
Leave all agreed fixtures/fittings and keys.
Your solicitor will confirm receipt of funds before notifying the estate agent (if involved) to release the keys to the buyer.
10. Post-Completion Tasks
While the legal side is complete once the funds are transferred, don’t forget the final practical steps:
Notify utility companies and cancel accounts.
Redirect your mail via the postal service.
Settle outstanding service charges (for leasehold properties).
Keep records – File away your sale documents for future reference, especially for capital gains tax or future purchases.
Bonus Tips for a Smooth Process
Stay in regular contact with your solicitor and estate agent.
Be proactive – anticipate needs before they become issues.
Avoid major changes mid-process (like switching mortgage products or conveyancers).
Be realistic about timelines – property transactions often take 8–12 weeks.
Final Thoughts
A property sale involves more than finding a buyer—it’s a legal journey that requires careful preparation, clear communication, and expert support. By following this conveyancing checklist, you can avoid many common pitfalls, reduce stress, and confidently hand over your keys knowing everything is in order.
The more prepared you are, the smoother the road to completion. Whether you're selling your first flat or your fifth family home, having a clear checklist to guide you through the process makes all the difference.
If you’re about to start your property sale journey, now’s the perfect time to assemble your documents, find a trusted conveyancer, and take those first confident steps.
Read other related post: Eco-Conveyancing: Green Checks You Shouldn’t Miss
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Complete Guide to Selling Your Hotel Property in the UK
Discover expert strategies, legal insights, and market trends to sell your hotel property successfully in the UK. Ideal for owners aiming to maximise returns or sell efficiently.
Selling a hotel can be one of the most strategic decisions in a property owner’s journey. Whether you're offloading a boutique hotel, a city centre lodge, or a countryside retreat, the process involves more than just putting up a "for sale" sign. This guide provides an in-depth look into how to prepare, price, market, and negotiate the sale of your hotel for optimal outcomes.

With the UK hospitality industry constantly evolving, understanding the dynamics of hotel transactions especially in high-demand areas is essential. Whether you're looking to exit the business, capitalize on current market conditions, or streamline your investments, this guide is your roadmap to success.
Why Selling a Hotel Requires a Specialised Approach
Unlike residential or standard commercial properties, hotels are complex income-generating assets. The sale not only involves the physical property but also operational aspects such as staffing, reservations, management systems, and brand value.
Key Considerations Include:
Occupancy rates and revenue performance
Guest satisfaction scores and online reputation
Franchising or branding agreements
Staff contracts and TUPE regulations
Licensing and compliance documentation
The presence of these elements makes hotel sales more akin to selling a going concern rather than just real estate.
Step 1: Assessing Your Readiness to Sell
Before listing your property, take time to evaluate your motivations and readiness. Ask yourself:
Are you aiming for maximum return or a quick exit?
Is the hotel operating profitably?
Do you have all operational and legal documentation in place?
Have you consulted with relevant professionals (accountants, solicitors, hotel brokers)?
Being clear on these aspects ensures a smoother and more goal-oriented process.
Step 2: Valuation – Determining the Right Price
One of the most critical stages in the sale process is determining the accurate market value of your hotel. Hotel valuations are typically based on several factors:
1. Income Method
This approach assesses the value based on annual profits (EBITDA – Earnings Before Interest, Taxes, Depreciation, and Amortisation). It reflects the business performance and profitability over time.
2. Comparable Sales
Assess similar hotel sales in your area or region. Consider location, size, amenities, and brand strength when comparing.
3. Asset Valuation
In cases where the hotel is not operational or has low revenue, valuers may assess the physical asset's worth, including land, buildings, fixtures, and equipment.
It is advisable to engage a RICS-accredited valuer or a broker with hotel transaction experience to ensure accuracy and credibility in the marketplace.
Step 3: Preparing Your Hotel for Sale
Making your hotel appealing to buyers goes beyond aesthetics. Buyers evaluate the investment potential and operational stability. Here’s how to prepare:
A. Financial & Operational Documentation
Prepare and organise the following:
3 years of profit and loss accounts
Balance sheets
Occupancy and average daily rate data
Forward bookings report
Franchise or management contracts
Licences (e.g., alcohol, health and safety)
B. Legal Readiness
Engage a solicitor early to prepare:
Title deeds and ownership documentation
Planning permissions
Environmental compliance
Employment contracts
C. Visual and Structural Appeal
First impressions can seal the deal. Invest in:
Minor renovations or fresh paint
Deep cleaning of guest and public areas
Professional photography and videography
Virtual tours and drone footage

Step 4: Marketing Strategy – Going Beyond the Basics
With strong demand for leisure and business travel in the UK, a focused marketing plan can position your hotel prominently among potential buyers.
A. Use a Specialist Broker
Unlike generic estate agents, hotel brokers have access to investor networks, industry databases, and sector insights.
B. Create a Strong Sales Memorandum
This is your pitch document, containing:
Property overview and highlights
Financial summary
Market positioning
Growth opportunities
Location and nearby attractions
C. Advertise on the Right Platforms
Ensure your listing reaches the right eyes. Key platforms include:
Christie & Co
Fleurets
Rightmove Commercial
Zoopla Commercial
Daltons Business
BusinessForSale.com
Your online listing should include clear photos, floor plans, and accurate financial figures to build credibility.
D. Tap Into International Interest
The UK hospitality sector is attractive to overseas investors. Consider multilingual listings or advertising through international hotel investment networks.
Step 5: Managing Buyer Enquiries and Viewings
Once your listing is live, inquiries may start coming in. Handle this phase with professionalism and diligence:
Vet inquiries for financial capability and genuine intent.
Schedule viewings during off-peak hours to reduce guest disruption.
Keep the property fully operational and clean for showings.
Be transparent about any ongoing refurbishments or known issues.
A qualified buyer will request detailed due diligence, so be ready to disclose full documentation as needed.
Step 6: Negotiation and Deal Structuring
A well-prepared negotiation strategy can help you command a better deal.
A. Know Your Bottom Line
Identify the minimum sale price you’re willing to accept and the deal terms you can accommodate (e.g., leaseback, phased handover).
B. Understand Buyer Expectations
Some buyers may prefer vacant possession, while others may want to retain the existing staff and branding. Flexibility in deal structuring may widen your buyer pool.
C. Use a Solicitor with Hotel Experience
Commercial contracts for hotels are complex. Your solicitor should help with:
Drafting the sale agreement
Navigating TUPE (Transfer of Undertakings for employee rights)
Handling deposit agreements
Managing completion and title transfer
Step 7: Completion and Handover
The final step involves ensuring a smooth transition, whether you're transferring a fully operational business or simply the physical property.
Checklist:
Notify suppliers, staff, and franchise partners
Transfer licenses and regulatory documents
Coordinate utility transfers
Close company accounts and settle any tax liabilities
The goal is to ensure operational continuity for the buyer while fulfilling your legal and financial obligations.

Special Case: Hotel Property for Sale in London
Hotels in London present a unique opportunity due to their premium location, high tourism traffic, and international appeal. If you have a hotel property for sale in London, make sure to emphasise:
Proximity to landmarks or transport hubs
International brand appeal
Business vs. leisure demand potential
Zoning and development opportunities
London-based hotels often attract higher offers, but they also undergo more rigorous due diligence, especially from institutional investors or global hotel groups.
Selling Under Pressure? How to Sell a Hotel Property Fast
There are situations where sellers need to expedite the process — be it for financial restructuring, health reasons, or market timing. Understanding how to sell a hotel property quickly and efficiently can be vital.
Here are steps you can take:
Work with experienced cash buyers or off-market specialists
Offer the property as a leasehold or freehold with vacant possession
Ensure all paperwork is pre-arranged to avoid legal delays
Be transparent with pricing to attract genuine buyers
Buyers who specialise in hotel acquisitions often make faster decisions if they see a well-managed opportunity ready for takeover.
Avoiding Common Pitfalls When Selling a Hotel
Underestimating Timeframes: Hotel sales often take longer due to legal and financial complexities.
Poor Presentation: Outdated facilities or cluttered operations can lower buyer interest.
Incomplete Financial Records: Gaps in documentation create uncertainty for buyers and can delay the process.
Ignoring Legal Compliance: Unresolved planning issues, expired licenses, or staff disputes can derail a deal.
A thorough preparation phase mitigates these risks and ensures a smoother transaction.
Alternatives and Solutions If You Need to Sell Hotel Quickly
In cases where a fast sale is required due to urgency or to avoid mounting operational costs, companies like The Property Buyers offer tailored services to sell hotel quickly. These include:
Free valuations
No-obligation cash offers
Discreet off-market transactions
Flexible completion timelines
This model appeals to hotel owners who value certainty and simplicity over prolonged marketing and negotiations.
Final Thoughts
Selling a hotel is a multifaceted process that blends property, business, and legal elements. Whether you have a small guesthouse or a multi-storey hotel in a bustling city, careful planning and expert support are key to securing the best outcome.
If you're listing your hotel property for sale, consider all your options, understand your market position, and leverage the right partners to navigate the complexities.
At The Property Buyers, we provide comprehensive support tailored to hotel sellers across the UK. From pricing to paperwork, our expert team ensures you can move forward confidently — whether you're planning your next investment or simply stepping away from hospitality.
Contact Us Today 📞 0845 6520302 🌐 www.thepropertybuyers.co.uk
Let us help you find the right buyer at the right price — with speed, transparency, and integrity.
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The Role of a Conveyancer: What They Do and Why You Need One
https://www.conveyancing.com.au/articles/the-role-of-a-conveyancer
Now that you know a bit about conveyancing (From our article: “What is conveyancing?” A simplified guide for homebuyers) we will now provide more insight into the role of your licenced conveyancer or conveyancing solicitor when buying a property.
A buyer that fails to meet their legal obligations during a conveyancing transaction can face serious financial consequences. You will need the services of an experienced conveyancer or solicitor to complete the change of ownership on your behalf.
The agreement to purchase a property will be formalised in a contract between yourself and the seller.
There are usually strict timeframes for completion of tasks and key dates, such as:
payment of deposit;
satisfaction of key conditions such as finance and building inspections;
preparation of legal paperwork for co-signing by the seller; and
payment of the balance of funds at settlement.
Importantly, penalty interest and legal costs will apply if you breach the contract (such as the deposit due date) and serious risks apply for serious breaches.
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Why Working with a Real Estate Agent Makes All the Difference
Navigating the Australian property market can be as thrilling as it is overwhelming. Whether you're buying your first home, upgrading, downsizing, or selling a long-held property, there’s one professional who may make the entire experience easier, faster, and less stressful: a real estate agent.
This article explores the essential role of a real estate agent, how they bring value at every stage of a transaction, and why so many Australians consider their services indispensable. Along the way, we’ll also explore some real-life observations from property professionals, including an Award winning Real Estate Agent in Victoria, to show how their role goes beyond simply opening doors at inspections.
Local Knowledge That Goes Beyond Suburb Stats
While online tools and suburb reports offer data on prices and demographics, a real estate agent brings hyper-local expertise. They know not just the suburb, but the street – and sometimes even the neighbours. This level of insight helps both buyers and sellers make decisions that align with their goals, lifestyle, and budget.
An agent may point out how one side of a street is better for morning sun, or how upcoming council projects may affect future value. These are the kinds of details you won’t get from an online listing alone.
A Strategic Edge in Pricing and Offers
Sellers often overprice their homes due to emotional attachment. Buyers, on the other hand, may underestimate how competitive a market is and lose out on dream homes by lowballing offers. A real estate agent can navigate this pricing minefield with comparative market analysis and years of experience.
They understand how to set an effective list price, stage open homes strategically, and manage buyer expectations – all of which contribute to achieving better final outcomes for both parties.
Property Marketing That Gets Results
One of the most overlooked advantages of working with a real estate agent is the strength of their marketing strategies. From professional photography and copywriting to email blasts and database-driven buyer alerts, agents create exposure campaigns that get results.
Real estate agents understand the psychology behind listings – how to write compelling property descriptions, what kind of photos resonate with buyers, and even which features to highlight during inspections. For example, this Vocal.Media article about storytelling in property offers insight into how narratives impact buyer perception – a tactic used effectively by many agents.
Negotiation Isn’t Just About Price
When people think of negotiation, they often focus only on the sale price. But there’s so much more: settlement dates, deposit amounts, conditions of sale, inclusions, and exclusions. A skilled real estate agent handles these finer points on your behalf, advocating for your best interests while keeping the tone constructive.
This is especially crucial in emotionally charged or complex situations – such as divorces, deceased estates, or competitive auctions – where an experienced third party can keep the process calm and focused.
Access to Off-Market and Pre-Market Opportunities
Some of the best properties never hit the open market. They're sold quietly to buyers who are in the right place at the right time – usually through an agent's network.
Real estate agents often have pre-market or off-market listings in their databases. This gives serious buyers access to premium properties and gives sellers the ability to test interest levels without committing to a public campaign.
The Legal and Administrative Workload
The paperwork involved in a real estate transaction is considerable. From preparing contracts to arranging pest and building inspections, liaising with solicitors, and fulfilling legal requirements – it’s easy to miss critical steps if you’re going it alone.
Real estate agents manage this entire process, ensuring timelines are met and documents are accurate. This is not only a time-saver but a major safeguard against costly mistakes.
Reliable Referrals and Support Network
A seasoned real estate agent doesn’t just bring their own expertise to the table – they also connect you with reputable professionals such as mortgage brokers, conveyancers, building inspectors, stylists, and tradespeople. This network can make your property journey smoother and more efficient, especially when quick turnarounds are needed.
Keeping You Grounded Through Emotional Decisions
Whether buying or selling, property transactions are highly emotional. The pressure of deadlines, competitive offers, or the nostalgia of leaving a family home can cloud your judgement.
One of the greatest benefits of working with a real estate agent is their ability to offer clear, level-headed advice. They keep you focused on your goals and ensure your decisions are grounded in logic, not just sentiment.
Long-Term Relationships Beyond the Sale
Many clients build long-term relationships with their agents, relying on them for advice well after the keys have been handed over. A trusted agent becomes a go-to source for market updates, investment tips, or recommendations on when to renovate, refinance, or re-sell.
For example, an Award winning Real Estate Agent in Victoria, such as Nathan Hunt Real Estate, is known for maintaining ongoing communication with clients, helping them plan not just one property move, but many over a lifetime.
When Should You Engage a Real Estate Agent?
While every situation is different, you may benefit from engaging an agent if:
You’re unfamiliar with the local market or property values
You’re emotionally attached to a property and need an objective viewpoint
You’re time-poor and can’t manage inspections or paperwork
You’re selling a property with unique features that need strategic marketing
You want access to a wider pool of buyers or off-market opportunities
And it’s not just sellers. Buyers may also benefit from a buyer’s agent – someone who sources, inspects, and negotiates properties on your behalf.
Final Thoughts
While DIY property transactions may seem appealing to save on commission fees, the value a professional real estate agent brings often outweighs the cost. From pricing, marketing, and negotiation, to emotional support and legal guidance, they’re your advocate, strategist, and problem-solver rolled into one.
Whether you’re navigating the fast-moving Melbourne market or exploring opportunities across regional Victoria, working with a trusted and experienced Award winning Real Estate Agent in Victoria may be one of the best decisions you make.
Looking for more insights on how to choose the right property partner? This Vocal.Media article on trust in real estate explores why transparency and communication matter more than ever in today’s real estate landscape.
Let your next move be a smart one – and let the right real estate agent help guide the way.
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What Services Do Real Estate Agents in Cedar Vale Offer to Homebuyers?
Cedar Vale, a peaceful and semi-rural suburb in Queensland, has become an increasingly popular choice for Australians seeking a quiet lifestyle while staying connected to essential amenities. With its appeal growing steadily, the role of real estate agents Cedar Vale has never been more vital. These professionals offer a comprehensive suite of services tailored specifically to the needs of homebuyers. From property search to final settlement, real estate agents Cedar Vale guide clients through every step of the homebuying journey.
Understanding the Local Market
One of the most critical services offered by real estate agents Cedar Vale is their deep understanding of the local property market. These agents stay up to date with current trends, pricing movements, and buyer demand within Cedar Vale and surrounding regions. This knowledge allows them to provide homebuyers with accurate property valuations and strategic advice on the best time to buy. Their expertise ensures that buyers make informed decisions based on real market conditions rather than speculation.
Tailored Property Search Services
The property search process can be overwhelming for many homebuyers, especially in a niche market like Cedar Vale. Real estate agents Cedar Vale simplify this process by offering tailored property search services. After assessing a buyer’s budget, preferences, and lifestyle needs, they curate a list of properties that match these criteria. This targeted approach saves time and reduces stress, ensuring buyers are only shown homes that meet their expectations.
Property Viewings and Inspections
Scheduling, coordinating, and conducting property viewings are crucial steps in the buying process. Real estate agents Cedar Vale manage these logistics with precision, arranging private inspections or attending open homes with potential buyers. They also provide insights during viewings, pointing out property features, potential improvements, and hidden costs. Their trained eye can identify structural issues or opportunities for negotiation, giving buyers a significant advantage.
Negotiation Expertise
When it comes time to make an offer, negotiation is key. Real estate agents Cedar Vale bring strong negotiation skills to the table, representing the best interests of the buyer. Whether negotiating price, settlement terms, or inclusions such as fixtures and fittings, these agents strive to secure the most favourable deal. Their experience in handling complex offers and counteroffers ensures that the transaction remains smooth and legally sound.
Guidance Through the Legal Process
The legal aspects of purchasing a property can be daunting, particularly for first-time buyers. Real estate agents Cedar Vale often work closely with conveyancers and solicitors to streamline the legal process. They assist buyers in understanding contracts, cooling-off periods, and legal obligations. By facilitating communication between all parties involved, they help prevent costly mistakes and ensure timely progress toward settlement.
Assistance with Due Diligence
Before committing to a purchase, homebuyers need to complete various checks on the property. Real estate agents Cedar Vale assist in arranging building and pest inspections, title searches, and zoning verifications. These steps are vital for identifying potential issues before finalising the purchase. Agents ensure that no detail is overlooked, protecting the buyer from future disputes or unexpected costs.
Support During Finance Approval
Financing a home is often one of the most complex parts of the purchase process. Many buyers rely on mortgage brokers or lenders, but real estate agents Cedar Vale also provide valuable support. They guide buyers on property valuation procedures, coordinate access for lender inspections, and offer documentation support. Their assistance can make the approval process more efficient and less stressful.
Ongoing Support and After-Sale Services
The role of real estate agents Cedar Vale doesn’t end at settlement. Many offer after-sale services to ensure a smooth transition into the new home. These may include local utility recommendations, renovation advice, or even connecting buyers with reputable tradespeople. This level of service helps foster long-term relationships and ensures homebuyers feel supported well beyond the transaction.
Conclusion
Choosing to work with experienced real estate agents Cedar Vale provides homebuyers with a distinct advantage in today’s property market. Their in-depth local knowledge, professional guidance, and personalised service simplify the buying journey while maximising value and minimising risk. Whether searching for a first home, a family upgrade, or a rural retreat, homebuyers in Cedar Vale benefit significantly from the expertise and dedication of skilled real estate professionals.
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