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Redkite Solicitors grow contentious probate team with key appointment

- 22 September 2022

Redkite Solicitors has strengthened its contentious probate team with the appointment of highly experienced Contentious Probate Solicitor Andrew Kelly. Andrew joins Redkite Solicitors as an associate solicitor and brings 25 years of litigation experience to a private client team which has gone from strength-to-strength in recent years. Having spent the early part of his career…
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Helping those with dementia on World Alzheimer’s Day 2022

- 21 September 2022

At Redkite solicitors, we continually recognise and support those living with Alzheimer’s. Sharing knowledge and legal guidance is how Redkite solicitors continue to educate those uninformed about the disease. We also offer a range of legal services that influence the quality of life experienced by those living with Alzheimer’s. You can read more about the…
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National Bank Holiday 19 September 2022 – Legal Update

- 15 September 2022

Following the tragic news on Thursday 8 September 2022 confirming the passing of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, the UK has entered a period of national mourning which will continue until the day of the Queen’s funeral, which is confirmed to be on Monday, 19 September 2022. What does this mean for employers? King Charles…
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Making a Will…..if not now, when?

- 9 September 2022

If I had a pound for every time a client said “I’ve been meaning to make a Will for years!” I would be rich indeed! As an Associate Solicitor in the Private Client team at Redkite Solicitors my job is, put simply, to help you make the process of writing your Will as stress free…
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How long does probate take?

- 25 August 2022

Following the death of a family member, close friend or loved one, there is a six-month window in which the executor should make an application for probate to the probate registry to enable the inheritance of their estate. Despite the initial time limitation to start the application, it can take several months or often longer…
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What happens on completion day?

- 18 August 2022

After months of negotiating and patiently waiting, your completion day has finally arrived! You’ve chosen your next home, had your offer accepted and signed on the dotted line. All that’s left is to collect the keys and settle into your new home. Completion day is filled with both excitement and anxiety. Knowing what happens on…
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What is Land Transaction Tax (LTT)?

- 11 August 2022

When purchasing your first home in Wales, you may be wondering whether you’re obligated to pay land transaction tax. This is a property levy paid to the Welsh Revenue Authority upon completion of the purchase of a property. There aren’t currently any exemptions to the tax in Wales for first-time buyers, however, in this article, we’ll…
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Do you pay stamp duty as a first-time buyer?

- 5 August 2022

Buying your first home is an exciting and interesting process. There are plenty of new concepts to understand, and it’s essential to be aware of how much you’ll need to pay. One of the critical fees you’ll need to consider as a first-time buyer is stamp duty. This article will provide all the information that…
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