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Stamp duty and commercial property purchases

When buying a freehold commercial property (whether as an individual or a limited company) for example shops or offices, Stamp Duty Land Tax (SDLT) may be payable and it is calculated on the purchase price of the property, starting with properties costing £150,000 or more. It is also payable on mixed properties that have both […]

Child residency changes

For many reasons parents who are separated or divorced may seek to change the living arrangements for their child and if this is a decision which can be reached amicably between both parents then there is no need to go to court to formalise it. It can however be beneficial to discuss the situation with […]

Lasting Powers of Attorney, for wealth and health

According to the Alzheimer’s Society, there are over 850,000 people with Alzheimer’s Disease, the most common type of dementia in the UK, and they expect numbers to rise to over one million by 2025 and two million by 2051. With 225,000 people predicted to develop dementia this year, it is important that families understand the […]

Gullands Partner becomes new Under Sheriff of Kent

Over the last three months we have all got used to events taking place virtually and during the height of the lockdown, Gullands’ Partner Catherine Lloyd was sworn in as the new Under Sheriff of Kent. It was the first time ever that the signing in ceremony, along with that of the new High Sheriff of Kent […]

7 reasons to make or update your Will

If a global pandemic hasn’t been enough to make you think about making a Will or updating an existing Will in recent months, then here are 7 reasons why it is important to stay in control and to make sure your final wishes are carried out to look after your loved ones, family members or […]

Winners announced for the Taste of Kent Awards 2020

The winners of Produced in Kent’s Taste of Kent Awards 2020 were revealed at glittering black-tie dinner at the Kent Event Centre on Thursday 5 March and Gullands were delighted to be an award sponsor for the first time. Over 350 people from across the food and drink sector attended the awards that celebrate Kent’s […]

Commercial leases A guide

It is always advisable for a solicitor to read a commercial lease on your behalf before you sign it or renew it, to help ensure there will be no future surprises. Leases do tend to be more landlord friendly and often require the tenant to take on full responsibility for the property, which can have […]

Planning for later life

With the costs of funding care in later life an unknown quantity for many people, it is currently still up to the individual to fund the cost of their later life care unless they have assets below £23,250. Planning ahead is important rather than waiting until care is needed.  Statistically 1 in 5 people over […]

Illegality in Employment Contracts

The illegality principle prevents the court from assisting a claimant who has based their claim on an immoral or illegal act. It has often been said that the principle is easy to say but not so easy to apply in practice. Although tribunals generally will not enforce an illegal contract, cases are often decided on […]