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Levi Solicitors is delighted to confirm the promotion of Waseem Afzal to partner in the firm’s highly respected residential conveyancing team. The promotion, effective 1 August 2023, brings the total number of partners to 12. Waseem has been with the firm since 2019....
Levi Solicitors have been recognised at the inaugural Modern Law Private Client Awards 2023 in Liverpool last month. These awards were launched specifically to celebrate and champion the incredible work being delivered across the Private Client industry. The winners...
In this blog, we aim to shed light on an aspect of estate planning that often surprises many individuals: what happens to the estate when someone passes away without a valid will? Specifically, we'll focus on the rights of surviving spouses or civil partners under the...
The UK government has recently announced significant increases to application fees and the Immigration Health Surcharge (IHS). The IHS is a fee that migrants pay for using NHS services. The government justifies these increases by having to fund pay rises for NHS...
The Employment Relations (Flexible Working) Act 2023 has completed its way through parliament and now awaits Royal Assent. The new Act has been designed to make it easier for staff to appeal for a more flexible approach to working patterns from day one of employment....
Losing a loved one is incredibly difficult. To try to ease the burden, we set out a guide to some of the practical steps you may need to take when someone dies. From registering the death, to dealing with probate, property and possessions. 1. Registering the death...
Some of our colleagues have had a great time as volunteer gardeners at St Gemma's Hospice this week. Thank you to Sinéad Sopala, Lisa Stockdale and trainee solicitors, Lakhjinder Singh Uppal and Abigail Watson for using their volunteer day helping the gardens look...
Buying your first home is an exciting milestone, but it can also be a bit overwhelming. There are many steps involved, and one crucial aspect is the conveyancing process. Don't worry if you're not familiar with the term - we've got you covered! In this blog post,...
Running a business involves making critical decisions and managing important affairs. However, unforeseen circumstances can arise, such as illness, accidents, or incapacity, which may temporarily or permanently incapacitate a business owner. In such situations, it is...
Wills play a crucial role in estate planning and the distribution of assets after someone passes away. Here are some key points regarding the significance of wills and why you need a well-written will: 1. Asset distribution A will allows you to set out how you want...
We are seeing increasing frequency in farming estates being the subject of claims concerning, amongst other things, boundary disputes. This apparent rise in adverse possession claims related to farming could be attributed to various factors. One possible reason is the...
Volunteering always plays a key part in our communities and during Volunteers’ Week we wanted to highlight some of our colleagues who volunteer their time in different capacities supporting charities across the region. | Volunteering as an appropriate adult Zoreen...
Managing Partner, Steven Newdall has featured in the latest edition of the Leeds & Yorkshire Lawyer...read his full interview here. When asked what’s it like running a Yorkshire and London-based firm in 2023, he commented "It’s challenging but the forecast is...
When you own a flat or apartment, there is often a management company that manages the services for the block. Each flat owner will pay a service charge towards the cost. However, we do now often see freehold houses on estates with the same type of management company....
We’re delighted to announce that Levi Solicitors has signed up to the Mindful Employer Charter – a set of voluntary aspirations for employers who are positive about mental health. The Mindful Employer Charter aims to recognise those employers who are working towards...
Whatever your relationship status, you might have questions about whether you need to make a will. We take a look at some of our clients' most frequently asked questions on the effects of getting married (or divorced) on your will. | I’m not married. Will my partner...
Levi Solicitors have been recognised at the inaugural Modern Law Private Client Awards 2023, being shortlisted in the ‘Private Client Team of the Year - Wills & Probate’ and ‘Business Growth’ categories. These awards have been launched specifically to celebrate...
This week we are supporting Dementia Action Week. None of us know what is round the corner, and indeed if we may be diagnosed with dementia in the future. Nafisa Hussain is a solicitor in our wills probate and estate planning team, and a Dementia Friend. She explains...
A huge well done to our very own Richard Coleman, our IT Manager who completed the Leeds Half Marathon over the weekend, raising funds for Yorkshire Cancer Research. Richard was diagnosed with Stage 3 cancer in August 2021. Following radiotherapy, chemotherapy and...
We saw a raft of changes announced by the Government this week that may have significant consequences for employers and employees around: post-termination restrictive covenants; working time regulations; TUPE; and holiday entitlements / rolled-up holiday pay. The...
This Dying Matters Awareness Week, we are encouraging everyone to talk about and plan for after their death. One of the best ways to plan for the future is to make a will. Unfortunately, we hear the same myths about wills time and again. So we're here to clear things...
Tracy Fox, our Head Cashier, is celebrating 35 years at Levi Solicitors. As one of our longest-serving employees, Tracy started her journey with us back in April 1988. When the firm had just three computers! We asked Tracy to look back over the last 35 years, where...
We have recently seen Dominic Raab’s resignation after a report investigating bullying allegations against him was published. Following from this, Natalie Saunders, our head of Employment, looks at what constitutes appropriate workplace behaviour. And indeed, what is...
Our colleague, Gillian Sandford, will be taking part in this year’s Race for Life 10k run next month. Gillian commented: “I know we get asked a lot to sponsor but it’s not often I do anything like this. I am most definitely NOT a runner, but I want to do my bit to...
Tens of millions of pounds belonging to more than 80,000 young people without capacity to make financial decisions could be locked in trust funds, a report by Renaissance Legal suggests, seen by BBC News. You can read the full article here. Andrew Millburn, Head of...
Natalie Saunders, Employment Solicitor has featured on the Yorkshire Business Journal talking about the growth of Levi Solicitors employment law offering and how it’s a natural progression for the firm. In the interview Natalie commented: “We have a really diverse...
Alex Newman, who is the firms head of Risk & Compliance passed the Risk and Compliance Advanced Accreditation Exam on its first release date, making the firm one of a small number of firms in the UK to have the accreditation. The Risk and Compliance Advanced...
Money Saving Expert, Martin Lewis has highlighted why having a Lasting Power of Attorney (LPA) is incredibly important. In fact, he stated that having a power of attorney was 'more important than a will'. If at some time in the future you lack the mental capacity to...
Many workers in the UK will see an increase to their pay slips as the National Minimum Wage (NMW) and the National Living Wage (NLW) for those aged 23 and over, increases with effect from 1 April 2023. | New National Minimum Wage and National Living Wage Rates The new...
Levi Solicitors has been ranked the number one law firm in West Yorkshire by ReviewSolicitors. ReviewSolicitors bases their rankings on verified client reviews over the last year, the firms' accreditations, experience and other information. It has placed us at number...
