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Commercial Alert: Is your business protected?

Posted on 15/07/09, filed under News | No Comments

1.  What is a Shareholders / Partnership Agreement and why do you need one?

Whether you are a newly formed company or an existing one, your business should have a Shareholders Agreement or Partnership Agreement. Your business will benefit from a private arrangement between you and your other Shareholders/Partners which contains :

  • the rules by which ownership of your company/business is held
  • the basis for resolution of disputes which reduces the possibility of
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Free Employment Law Seminar

Posted on 28/05/09, filed under News | No Comments

You are invited to attend a FREE Employment Law Seminar DATE:  24th June 2009 TIME:  2.30pm – 4.30pm PLACE: Ardington Hotel, The Steyne, Worthing BN11 3DZ We are pleased to host this seminar, where an experienced solicitor from locally based Bennett Griffin Solicitors will be giving a presentation on current and forthcoming changes to employment law – and answering any questions you may have. This is a fantastic opportunity to update your current awareness of employment legislation and… read the rest of “Free Employment Law Seminar”
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Free Seminars!

Posted on 01/03/09, filed under News | No Comments

BG Commercial: The Commercial Division of Bennett Griffin is holding a series of free seminars to help businesses protect themselves in the current economic climate. Experts from BG Commercial, the Corporate Division of Bennett Griffin Solicitors have joined together to present a series of free seminars which will provide practical advice on how to help businesses through the current difficult times. Click here to view current seminars
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Employment Update

Posted on 26/02/09, filed under News | No Comments

Holiday entitlement From 1 April holiday entitlement will increase to 28 days per year for full time employees (prorated for part time).  This entitlement will be satisfied if an employer gives 20 days plus the 8 bank holidays. Statutory maternity, paternity and adoption pay From 5th April the standard rates for statutory maternity, paternity and adoption pay will be £123.06 per week. Statutory sick pay From 5th April the statutory sick pay will be £79.15… read the rest of “Employment Update”
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Employment Issues - Stop Press

Posted on 24/02/09, filed under News | No Comments

  • With effect from April 2009, The right to request flexible working will apply to all parents with children up to the age of 16
  • In respect of dismissals and other trigger events occurring after 1 February 2009, the key compensation limits will be increased as followed:
       - compensatory awards will be increased from £63,000 to £66,200        - a ‘week’s pay’ will be increased from £330 to £350        - maximum redundancy payment… read the rest of “Employment Issues - Stop Press”
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Principles of reducing debt

Posted on 23/02/09, filed under News | No Comments

Elaine Smith from Bennett Griffin has shared some of her knowledge and expertise about business debts with Worthing Chamber of Commerce.  On their blog she has shared her advice on the princliples of reducing debts.  If your business needs a bit of guidance in the right direction then reading the blog may help. View the article online now
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Associate Solicitors

Posted on 23/02/09, filed under News | No Comments

The Partners are very pleased to announce that the following have been appointed as Associate Solicitor: Charlotte Hammond Tania Clapham Kate Hallin Jackie Mensah Rob Fawcett Greg Woods We would like to congratulate the successful candidates for achieving this career milestone with Bennett Griffin…
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Terry Griffin retires after 40 years at Bennett Griffin

Posted on 09/01/09, filed under News | No Comments

Terry Griffin, who has been an integral part of Bennett Griffin has now retired following having been a Partner in the Commercial Property Department and, subsequently, a Consultant.  Terry has been instrumental in developing Bennett Griffin to the position we are in today as market leaders in the West Sussex area.  Terry’s expertise in commercial property has been handed on to Rob Fawcett and Darren Edwards.  Terry retired at our… read the rest of “Terry Griffin retires after 40 years at Bennett Griffin”
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Bennett Griffin walkers help raise £50,000 for charity

Posted on 18/12/08, filed under News | No Comments

On September 25th Ian Macara and Greg Woods, solicitors in the Private Client Department, took part in the Brighton Legal 10km Walk to raise money for legal advice charities in and around Sussex. The Brighton walk is thought to have raised over £8,000 and with 4 other similar walks going on around the country over £50,000 is expected to have been raised. The walk took around 2 1/2 hours to complete and… read the rest of “Bennett Griffin walkers help raise £50,000 for charity”
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Bennett Griffin don Denim for national Children’s Charity!

Posted on 06/09/08, filed under News | No Comments

Genes for Jeans funds pioneering research and vital support services for children affected by some of the most serious genetic disorders. We will be supporting this worthy cause by donating £2 each for the privilege of wearing jeans on Friday 3rd October. The office will be open for business as usual, and we hope that clients, and other local businesses will join us in having some fun whilst promoting a brilliant charity… read the rest of “Bennett Griffin don Denim for national Children's Charity!”
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Free Offer - Register Your Will Now!

Posted on 05/09/08, filed under News | No Comments

Bennett Griffin are proud to be at the forefront of a new voluntary central will register with Certainty.co.uk. The chairman of Certainty.co.uk is Mr Kevin Martin, Law Society President 2005/6. The passage of time, house moves, and new relationships are all contributing factors for why your family may not be able to find your Will when you pass on.  These factors also often mean that it is vital to update your… read the rest of “Free Offer - Register Your Will Now!”
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Olympic Bronze at Bennett Griffin - Elise Laverick

Posted on 04/09/08, filed under News | No Comments

The Bennett Griffin team hit the Olympic standard this weekend as Elise, daughter of partner Peter Laverick, achieves Olympic Bronze with her rowing partner Anna Bebington in the Women's Double Sculls in Bejing. This is the second bronze for Elise who achieved the medal in 2004.  Photo credit of Yahoo EuroSports… read the rest of “Olympic Bronze at Bennett Griffin - Elise Laverick”
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Energy Performance Certificates (EPC) from 1 October, 2008

Posted on 03/09/08, filed under News | No Comments

From 1 October 2008 Landlords will be required to provide Energy Performance Certificates (EPC) for all buildings when they are sold or let. By way of a summary, as of 6 April 2008, EPCs became applicable on all buildings sold, let or built with a total floor area of more than 10,000 sq m. From 1 July 2008, this extended to buildings with a total floor area of more than 2,500 sq… read the rest of “Energy Performance Certificates (EPC) from 1 October, 2008”
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Katie Haffenden completes training contract

Posted on 11/08/08, filed under News | No Comments

The Partners at Bennett Griffin are delighted to announce that Katie Haffenden has successfully completed her training contract and was admitted as a Solicitor of the Supreme Court of England and Wales on 1st July 2008. Katie gained a First Class Honours degree in Law before being awarded her Diploma, with Commendation, from Guildford College of Law. She originally joined Bennett Griffin as a paralegal in the Private Client Team in… read the rest of “Katie Haffenden completes training contract”
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Bennett Griffin 18 years celebration

Posted on 01/07/08, filed under News | No Comments

Dan from Red Anywhere has uploaded a blog about the celebration in aid of Bennett Griffin's 18th year in business.  Big thanks to Dan and his team for all the hard work. You can read more about the event by reading Red Anywhere's blog
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Expert legal advice on landlord and tenant for Worthing Herald readers

Posted on 24/06/08, filed under News | No Comments

Charlotte Hammond, solicitor in Commercial Division is now writing a regular column in Business Matters, published monthly as part of the Herald newspaper group. Also included in this feature are accountants Spofforths (www.spofforths.co.uk) and Martin and Co (www.martinco.com/worthing/lettings/home). Read the article copy below – or view the article online (see page 17 by entering it into the 'page' field).   Bennett Griffin’s Charlotte Hammond is one of our specialist solicitors… read the rest of “Expert legal advice on landlord and tenant for Worthing Herald readers”
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Family Law Articles Added to Website

Posted on 23/06/08, filed under News | No Comments

We have added some PDF's to our Articles area regarding Family Law that you may find interesting. They are relating to: Bankruptcy Cohabitation Prenuptual Agreements Matrimony Click here to go to our Articles section and view them
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Trials suggest satisfaction with HIP’s

Posted on 10/05/08, filed under News | No Comments

Consumers were satisfied with the Home Information Pack (HIP) and are starting to use energy ratings to make their homes greener, according to early testing of HIPs. Results from research by Ipsos MORI into the HIP area trials reveal that; 72 per cent of sellers were satisfied with the HIP, 79 per cent agreed that it contained everything expected, and 81 per cent understood the documents, including their energy rating, from… read the rest of “Trials suggest satisfaction with HIP's”
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‘Dishonesty’ warning over wills

Posted on 15/02/08, filed under News | No Comments

Whilst looking on the internet we found this interesting article about Wills that you might find interesting. Click here to read this business article
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Stamp Duty Price Cuts?

Posted on 12/02/08, filed under News | No Comments

The National Association of Estate Agents (NAEA) has called on Chancellor of the Exchequer Alistair Darling to cut stamp duty in next month's Budget. It is hoped revising the threshold at which stamp duty is paid will reduce affordability concerns for first-time buyers - many of whom presently struggle to obtain property. "The government needs to be aware with inflation rising consumers need a helping hand. We would like to see… read the rest of “Stamp Duty Price Cuts?”
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Beware of Cheap HIP’s

Posted on 09/02/08, filed under News | No Comments

HOME-SELLERS risk disaster if they get their home information packs (HIPs) prepared on the cheap, solicitors are warning. According to The Law Society, HIPs have caused a host of problems for buyers and sellers since they were introduced a year ago. More and more homeowners are falling victim to estate agents and other non-solicitor providers who offer cheap rates. Often these packs lack vital information, resulting in incomplete and inaccurate HIPs.The society warns… read the rest of “Beware of Cheap HIP's”
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Increased Options with Lasting Powers of Attorney

Posted on 01/02/08, filed under News | No Comments

Take advantage of what's now available, says Ian Macara, Partner in Bennett Griffin's Private Client Team. My column in the September issue provided advance warning of the demise of Enduring Powers of Attorney. This month I summarise how new Lasting Powers of Attorney are now the principal means for you to choose who will manage your affairs, should you be incapable of coping yourself, through accident, illness or simply old age… read the rest of “Increased Options with Lasting Powers of Attorney”
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HIPs ‘to affect market’

Posted on 30/01/08, filed under News | No Comments

New rules regarding Home Information Packs could damage the fragile housing market, estate agents have warned. From June sellers can only put their house on the market if they have a HIP, which cost between £300 and £500. Critics claim some sellers are having to wait three weeks for a HIP, and that the new rule will slow down the process of selling a house at a time when the market has… read the rest of “HIPs 'to affect market'”
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Public urged to use Solicitors for HIPs

Posted on 28/01/08, filed under News | No Comments

The Law Society is kicking off a media campaign to urge consumers to use solicitors when they create Home Information Packs. It is aimed to coincide with a major press advertising push later this month by the Department of Communities and Local Government on sellers' legal obligations to provide HIPs. The government will also advertise on leading property websites, which will direct sellers and buyers to the Law Society's website, putting solicitors… read the rest of “Public urged to use Solicitors for HIPs”
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HIP’s face fresh criticism

Posted on 03/01/08, filed under News | No Comments

One of Gordon Brown's closest ministerial allies receives strong criticism today from Labour MPs accusing her of mishandling the introduction of home information packs. They accuse Yvette Cooper, the Housing Minister, of poor preparation and say that she lost her nerve, leading to confusion, delays and watered-down packs. The MPs dismiss claims that the decision to postpone and then phase in the packs, which all homeowners must now pay for before putting… read the rest of “HIP's face fresh criticism”
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Sellers warned against free HIPs

Posted on 17/12/07, filed under News | No Comments

Many home sellers who sign up for a free or discounted home information pack find they must pay a withdrawal fee if they change estate agent. Radio 4's Money Box has found these fees are often between £400 and £500. Estate Agents say the charges reflect the costs they incur producing the packs. But the Ombudsman for Estate Agents has warned these fees may not be payable unless they are clearly stated in… read the rest of “Sellers warned against free HIPs”
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HIP’s required for all properties from 14th December

Posted on 01/12/07, filed under News | No Comments

Home Information Packs currently the dirtiest words in the English language. But how could such a small legislative change create such a huge furore? And could the so-called Hips really cause the collapse of the property market in the UK? Hips will be compulsory for all residential sales in England and Wales from 14th December. The packs cost about £300-£350 and contain information about the property, including, searches, title deeds and… read the rest of “HIP's required for all properties from 14th December”
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HIPs on all Home to be introduced 14th December

Posted on 15/11/07, filed under News | No Comments

Full roll out of HIPs First time homebuyers will see their upfront costs drop and all home buyers will, for the first time, receive A-G green ratings for their properties which will help cut fuel bills and carbon emissions, with the roll out of Home Information Packs (HIPs) and Energy Performance Certificates (EPCs) announced today. Buyers whose homes score poor energy ratings of F or G (currently around one-fifth of all homes)… read the rest of “HIPs on all Home to be introduced 14th December”
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Inheritance Tax

Posted on 28/10/07, filed under News | No Comments

PRE-BUDGET REPORT (09 October 2007) INHERITANCE TAX We have produced this Guide, in keeping with our commitment to keep our Clients as quickly and as fully informed as possible, following the Chancellor's recent announcement. Please note that, as usual, we still await much of the detail from HMRC. •  In Summary The Chancellor announced new rules, with immediate and retrospective effect, allowing married couples and those in Civil Partnerships to combine their Inheritance Tax… read the rest of “Inheritance Tax”
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Bennett Griffin trainee completes training

Posted on 19/10/07, filed under News | No Comments

The partners are delighted to announce that Jo Ostrom has successfully completed her training contract with Bennett Griffin and was admitted a Solicitor of the Supreme Court of England and Wales on 15 October 2007. Jo gained an LL.B (Hons) at the University of the Swansea, before undertaking her legal practice course at College of Law, Guildford which she completed with a distinction.  Jo joined Bennett Griffin in October 2005 and… read the rest of “Bennett Griffin trainee completes training”