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Why should you use a Solicitor in Family Proceedings?

Posted on 10/04/13, filed under Family Law, Fresh News, News | No Comments

 

There are many Divorce self help books and sites on the internet that might lead you to believe that it is cheaper, quicker and easier to ‘do it yourself.’ However, is it really that simple and will you save money or will it be a false economy?

As Family Lawyers we are often consulted by Clients who have tried to deal with the Divorce and resolution of… read the rest of “Why should you use a Solicitor in Family Proceedings?”
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Mediation

Posted on 05/04/13, filed under Family Law, Fresh News, News | No Comments

Is Mediation right for you?

The removal of legal aid for all but the most serious family matters will be a setback for many.  The cost of legal proceedings may be a worry but it needn’t be as horrendous as you might think.  Mediation is one of the options you might want to explore.  It can help couples resolve their differences, whether resulting from the relationship breakdown, the property… read the rest of “Mediation”
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Vacancy for Experienced Family Law Solicitor

Posted on 21/02/13, filed under Family Law, Fresh News | No Comments

 

The Family Team at Bennett Griffin have a vacancy…

 

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Matrimonial Solicitor with a proven track record of successfully attracting and acting for medium to high net worth clients in divorce, ancillary relief and all aspects of private client family work.  For the right candidate the post will not only cover the caseload and responsibilities during maternity leave… read the rest of “Vacancy for Experienced Family Law Solicitor”
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So it’s all change in Employment Law!

Posted on 19/12/12, filed under Employment, Fresh News, News | No Comments

Out of the frying pan and……?
So it’s all change in Employment Law! Welcome to the Brave New World created by the Coalition Government  hacking down bureaucracy and red tape to free up Employers and encourage us to take on more staff without fear of ending up in an Employment Tribunal. This is a serious attempt to dismantle some areas of worker protection legislation.
Yes there is good news for… read the rest of “So it’s all change in Employment Law!”
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Firm’s charity fund-raising tops off a sucessful year

Posted on 19/12/12, filed under Awards, Fresh News, News | No Comments

Business editor of the Worthing Herald Neil Barston met with Stephen Hollamby, Toby Barrett and Ian Macara to discuss the year, our online services, development for the future of the business as well as our Charity contributions and involvement with Awards.

 

Read the full article here:  scan@bennett-griffin co uk_20121219_094721

 

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Cancer Research UK FreeWill Service

Posted on 14/12/12, filed under Fresh News, Wills | No Comments

Bennet Griffin have been working in conjunction with the Cancer Research UK FreeWill Service and so far our clients who have used the service have collectively pledged an estimated £1,369,046 to Cancer research UK in future legacy income.

If you don’t have a will or your current will needs updating please contact Ian, Tania, Jo, Katie or Tricia on 01903 229999.

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Bennett Griffin Santas

Posted on 13/12/12, filed under Bennett Griffin Events, Fresh News | No Comments

Santas are everywhere at Bennett Griffin today with people taking part in our Worthing, Ferring and Rustington offices. 

Our staff are kindly taking part in the Wear a Santa Suit day for St Barnabas House, click here to have a look at the pictures on facebook and see if you can recognise anyone!!

 

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Today is Santa Suit Day for St Barnabas!

Posted on 13/12/12, filed under Bennett Griffin Events, Fresh News, News | No Comments

The Bennett Griffin offices are a very interesting place to be today…everywhere you turn, Santa appears!  There is a Santa photocopying, a Santa taking telephone calls, a Santa typing away, and a Santa waiting to greet clients at reception!

There is a very good reason for this – we are participating in St Barnabas’ ‘Wear a Santa Suit Day’ to raise money for their work in tackling the practical… read the rest of “Today is Santa Suit Day for St Barnabas!”
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Jo Edwards of BG accepted as member of Solicitors for the Elderly

Posted on 11/12/12, filed under Bennett Griffin Events, Fresh News, News, Wills | No Comments

 

Bennett Griffin are pleased to announce that our Associate Solicitor, Jo Edwards, based at our Ferring office, has been accepted as a member of the national association ‘Solicitors for the Elderly’ (SFE).

SFE is an association of lawyers who specialise in legal services for older people and their carers.  Members of SFE have a wealth of experience within this key legal area and they are required to… read the rest of “Jo Edwards of BG accepted as member of Solicitors for the Elderly”
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Santa Suit Day 2012 for St Barnabas

Posted on 04/12/12, filed under Bennett Griffin Events, Fresh News, News | 1 Comment

St Barnabas House are looking for fun and festive people to help them raise money by spending the day dressed as Santa.

The event is open to anyone, regardless of whether you are at work, college, doing the shopping, or just watching TV! 

At Bennett Griffin, we are already feeling the Christmas spirit now that we have our Christmas trees up and decorated in the offices!  24 members… read the rest of “Santa Suit Day 2012 for St Barnabas”
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We have the Law Society accreditation for Personal Injury

Posted on 30/11/12, filed under Fresh News, News, Personal Injury (PI) | No Comments

Toby Barrett’s extensive knowledge and expertise in the field of Personal Injury litigation has resulted in his having been accredited as a member of the Law Society’s panel for a further five years.

Contact tb@bennett-griffin.co.uk or call him on 01903 229999.

 

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The legal pitfalls of Christmas and how employers can avoid them.

Posted on 28/11/12, filed under Employment, Fresh News, News | No Comments

Office closures
If you intend to enforce an office closure over the Christmas and New Year period make sure you let your employees know the closure dates in good time. Best practice is to have a clause in your employment contract to cover enforced closures
Annual leave over the festive period. If your place of work is going to remain open, advise your employees in good time so they may… read the rest of “The legal pitfalls of Christmas and how employers can avoid them.”
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Family cases ~ Pay as you go or traditional instruction?

Posted on 23/11/12, filed under Family Law, Fresh News, News | No Comments

In the present economic climate, funding legal proceedings can be difficult, particularly for those with limited resources.  Sometimes there will be no option but to represent yourself.  This in itself can be daunting and you may feel out of your depth or ‘wrong footed’, particularly, if your former partner or spouse is proceeding with the benefit of legal representation.  Here’s where we can help.  We can see you for one… read the rest of “Family cases ~ Pay as you go or traditional instruction?”
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Success for Children in Need at the Bowling Bonanza!

Posted on 16/11/12, filed under Bennett Griffin Events, Fresh News, News | No Comments

On the 15th November, teams of local businesses and community groups gathered together at AMF Bowling in Worthing to raise money for Children in Need.

With everyone dressed in silly wigs and hats we certainly were a funny looking group of bowlers! The prize for the best outfit went to Steve from HD Tribe, who went for an interesting wig/hat combo.

There were also prizes for the winning… read the rest of “Success for Children in Need at the Bowling Bonanza!”
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Children in Need 2012 has finally arrived at BG!!

Posted on 15/11/12, filed under Bennett Griffin Events, Fresh News, News | No Comments

The BG Bowling Bonanza for Children in Need IS TONIGHT!!!

We’re all busy making the final preparations and coming up with last minute ideas to raise lots of money for Children in Need.  Have a look at our previous blogs to see what the fuss is all about.

We would like to say a huge thank you to all the local businesses and groups who are joining… read the rest of “Children in Need 2012 has finally arrived at BG!!”
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Follow us! Whichever social media you prefer ~ we are on it.

Posted on 13/11/12, filed under Fresh News, News | No Comments

With busy people on the move constantly social media is the perfect way to keep up to date with news, stories and comments via your phone, i-pad, tablet or laptop whilst you are away from your computer.

At Bennett Griffin we understand that you want access to information now and so are working hard to have a presence on Twitter, LinkedIn and Facebook so you don’t miss out on anything… read the rest of “Follow us! Whichever social media you prefer ~ we are on it.”
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Shocking report on end of life care – how you can make decisions about your future care

Posted on 26/10/12, filed under Fresh News, News, Wills | No Comments

Shocking report on end of life care – how you can make decisions about your future care
We are pleased to see that an investigation has been launched into the ‘Liverpool Care Pathway’ following a shocking newspaper report (see here).
The ‘Liverpool Care Pathway’ for the Dying Patient is a method of care used for patients at the end of their lives.  It usually involves the withdrawal of life… read the rest of “Shocking report on end of life care – how you can make decisions about your future care”
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Bennett Griffin Bowling Bonanza 2012 for Children in Need!

Posted on 22/10/12, filed under Bennett Griffin Events, Fresh News, News | No Comments

Following the success of previous events for Children in Need, we are pleased to announce that the Bennett Griffin Bowling Bonanza is back for a third year running!!
 
Community groups and businesses from the local area are invited to participate in this bowling event, which will be held on Thursday 15th November at AMF Bowling in Worthing.  We have reserved all… read the rest of “Bennett Griffin Bowling Bonanza 2012 for Children in Need!”
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New Banking Procedures for Deceased Customers

Posted on 05/10/12, filed under Family Law, Fresh News, News | No Comments

Anyone who has had to deal with the estate of a loved one after they have died will know that it can be difficult to cope with all the different requirements of different banks.  Financial institutions are entitled to set their own procedures for the closure of deceased customers’ account, which can leave relatives confused and frustrated.
However, we hope that these problems will be a thing of the past… read the rest of “New Banking Procedures for Deceased Customers”
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Success at the Southern Business Awards 2012!

Posted on 02/10/12, filed under Awards, Fresh News, News | No Comments

Following our blog about the Awards ceremony on Friday, we are pleased to report that businesses from Worthing had a very successful evening!
Winners and highly commended businesses from our local area included Spofforths, Electronic Temperature Instruments, Green Fish Recruitment, JSPC and The Wool Bar.  The team from Bennett Griffin were particularly proud when a local newsagent, Elm Grove, won the Customer Service Award, which we had sponsored.
On the… read the rest of “Success at the Southern Business Awards 2012!”
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BG are off to the Southern Business Awards 2012 – tonight!

Posted on 28/09/12, filed under Awards, Bennett Griffin Events, Fresh News, News | No Comments

At Bennett Griffin, we are looking forward to attending the Southern Business Awards tonight at the Brighton Hilton.  The evening will see businesses from across the South Coast gather to celebrate the very best of local business excellence.

We are particularly proud to have been shortlisted in the Business in the Community category.  We place a great deal of importance on taking the time to get involved in local… read the rest of “BG are off to the Southern Business Awards 2012 - tonight!”
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Four out of five people in the South East say children should come first in divorce

Posted on 24/09/12, filed under Family Law, Fresh News | No Comments

Four out of five people in the South East say children should come first in divorce
• Survey reveals attitudes to separation and divorce as new advice guide launched
• Two thirds of people in the region have a divorced family member
• 43% assume divorce can never be without conflict

The overwhelming majority of people in the South East believe that putting children’s interests first or avoiding conflict are the most… read the rest of “Four out of five people in the South East say children should come first in divorce”
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Unfair dismissal qualifying period

Posted on 18/09/12, filed under Employment, Fresh News, News | No Comments

Following a recent enquiry from a client who runs a local business it would appear some Employers are still unaware that the qualifying period for an employee to claim unfair dismissal was increased from one year to two from 6 April 2012.

To clarify – employees with a contract dated 5 April 2012 or before only have to have one year’s employment to bring a claim but any employee… read the rest of “Unfair dismissal qualifying period”
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Team BG strikes gold again in the Chestnut Tree House 10k Costal Run 2012

Posted on 17/09/12, filed under Fresh News | No Comments

Richard Arnold from our Rustington office was one of the over 1,000 runners who ventured out on Sunday 16 September to take part in the 9th annual Chestnut Tree House 10k Coastal Run in Littlehampton, helping to raise thousands of pounds for the only children’s hospice in Sussex.
 
The route started at the East Beach Cafe and looping around the green, back on to the seafront, before circling Mewsbrook… read the rest of “Team BG strikes gold again in the Chestnut Tree House 10k Costal Run 2012”
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2 Elite teams from BG take part in the Worthing Law Society Quiz

Posted on 17/09/12, filed under Fresh News | No Comments

Approximately 12 teams turned up to the Worthing Law Society Quiz with two elite teams from Bennett Griffin.

The Marrakesh Express – Jackie, Gavin, Peter, Jenny and Steve N

and

DJ Ham – Darren, Jo, Hannah, Amy and Mark.

I have to say, the questions were tough, but DJ Ham managed to scrape through to 7th place so were very pleased with their performance particularly on… read the rest of “2 Elite teams from BG take part in the Worthing Law Society Quiz ”
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BG win the Sussex Law Society volleyball tournament

Posted on 17/09/12, filed under Fresh News | No Comments

Another success for Team BG in the Sussex Law Society beach volleyball tournament in Brighton last night.  Yes, we won it!!!!

There were 8 teams in total and the first round was played in 2 leagues of 4 with BG up against Crown Office Row (last years winners), Edward Harte and Lawson Lewis (winners 2 years ago).  After going 8-0 down in fairly rapid time we managed to squeak… read the rest of “BG win the Sussex Law Society volleyball tournament”
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BG win charity beach volleyball tournament

Posted on 06/09/12, filed under Fresh News, News | No Comments

We are happy to report on Bennett Griffins’s stupendous victory last night in the 2nd BENNETT GRIFFIN BIG BEACH VOLLEYBALL TOURNAMENT.

6 teams took part and we finished second in the group stage, but went on to win the final against Kingsley Roofing (not without a hint of controversy) in a very close match.  Considering we finished last a year ago, it was a great effort and thanks to the… read the rest of “BG win charity beach volleyball tournament”
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Get connected to BG on Twitter and LinkedIn

Posted on 30/08/12, filed under Bennett Griffin Events, Fresh News, News | No Comments

Want to keep up to date with all the Bennett Griffin news?  Follow us on LinkedIn and Twitter @bennettgriffin so you don’t miss a thing!

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Clamp down on claim management companies

Posted on 28/08/12, filed under Fresh News, News, Personal Injury (PI) | No Comments

Thank goodness a clamp down on the activities of claim management companies by the Ministry of Justice has finally been announced.

Our advice is to avoid these middle men.  If you’ve been genuinely injured in an accident – speak to your specialist local Personal Injury solicitor first.  Contact us on 01903 229999 or email tb@bennett-griffin.co.uk all cases are dealt with on a No Win, No Fee basis… read the rest of “Clamp down on claim management companies”
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Family £60 deal – extended until Monday 1st October

Posted on 20/08/12, filed under Family Law, Fresh News, News | No Comments

Do you need advice in relation to family breakdown, separation, divorce, children or finances?

If so our Family Department is offering a Diamond Jubilee holiday time special rate of £60 plus VAT for a 30 mins consultation. We are pleased to announce that this great offer has been extended until Monday 1st October, so we look forward to hearing from you soon.

Please call Jackie Gifford on 01903 229903 or Jackie Mensah… read the rest of “Family £60 deal - extended until Monday 1st October”
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