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Property trusts can be a valuable tool for protecting assets, preserving wealth and supporting effective estate planning. In this guide, our property trust solicitors in Sheffield, Chesterfield, Dronfield and Mansfield explain how trusts work, their potential benefits and risks, and when specialist legal advice may be needed.

Welcome to the first Autumn/Winter edition of our People First magazine.

Cohabitation solicitors explain why common law marriage is a myth and how a cohabitation agreement can help protect your finances and future.

When an Executor of a will fails in their duty, beneficiaries are often left dealing with delays, financial losses and a worrying lack of communication. In this article, Will Dispute Solicitor, Lee Foster, outlines the grounds for removing an executor, the steps you can take before issuing court proceedings and what happens if the case goes before a judge. Contact our experienced Contentious Probate team in Sheffield, Chesterfield and Mansfield for more information.

Negotiating an executive exit? This article covers settlement agreements, restrictive covenants, tax considerations and negotiation strategies — with expert support from settlement agreement solicitors in Sheffield, Chesterfield and Mansfield.

In this article, inheritance act claims solicitor, Lee Foster, explores who is eligible to bring a claim, the key factors the court considers when assessing whether adequate provision has been made, and the strict time limits involved.

Losing someone close to you brings a wave of emotions and a lot of unfamiliar legal terminology. One of the most common – and sometimes most confusing – is “Probate”. In this article our probate solicitors in Sheffield, Chesterfield and Mansfield answer the key question “What is Probate?”

Discover practical guidance for resolving disagreements over school choice and understanding how parental responsibility, mediation, and court applications work when separated parents cannot agree. Here, Shetal Gudgeon, our specialist Family Law Solicitor in South Yorkshire, Derbyshire, Nottinghamshire and surrounding areas explains your legal options and when obtaining legal advice can make a real difference.

Discover what the Renters’ Rights Act 2025 means for landlords and tenants in 2026. Banner Jones Solicitors explains the end of Section 21 evictions, new periodic tenancies, rent rules, pet rights and more — in clear, practical terms.

Discover the financial benefits of marriage and civil partnership in England and Wales, including key Inheritance Tax advantages, intestacy rules, and why making a Will is essential. Learn how Banner Jones Solicitors can help you protect your estate and plan for the future.

Discover how employers can effectively manage office romances while respecting privacy, preventing conflicts of interest and meeting the duty to prevent sexual harassment. Banner Jones’ Employment Law specialists provide guidance, policies and training to keep your workplace compliant and protected.

From April 2026, Statutory Sick Pay rules are changing. We explain what SMEs need to know, how SSP is changing and how to manage sickness absence safely.

Discover practical tips for co-parenting at Christmas and managing child arrangements during the festive season after divorce or separation. Here, our specialist Family Law Solicitors in Sheffield, Chesterfield and Mansfield explain how to plan ahead, reduce stress, and make Christmas magical for your children.

A family conflict over LPAs led to lost inheritance and legal battles. Discover how our solicitors helped resolve the dispute and protect the client’s rights.

A couple lost control of their home due to a mis-sold property trust. Learn how our dispute resolution solicitors in Chesterfield and Sheffield successfully reversed the arrangement through the High Court.

A poorly drafted DIY Will led to probate delays and legal uncertainty. Learn how our Probate solicitors in Sheffield helped the family navigate the fallout and protect their rights.