Service of Legal Proceedings via Facebook: Ako Capital
Summary: A High Court Judge has ruled in the case of AKO Capital LLP and Anor -v- TFS Derivatives and Others that civil legal proceedings may be served on a Defendant via his Facebook account,
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Warning Notice on SDLT Schemes from SRA
The Solicitors Regulation Authority has published a warning notice on the promotion or facilitation of stamp duty land tax schemes, warning solicitors that some schemes may not be in the best interests of clients and
Strict Approach to the Rectification of Wills: Marley Vs Rawlings & Anor (2012)
A recent decision in Marley -v- Rawlings demonstrates the strict approach Courts take in respect of applications to rectify Wills. Mr Marley had been treated like a son by Mr and Mrs Rawlings. He was to inherit their entire estate
Undue Influence and the Scope of Solicitors’ Duties: Padden Vs Bevan Ashford
Summary: In Padden v Bevan Ashford Solicitors the Court of Appeal has considered the scope of solicitors’ duties in advising clients in respect of the purpose and effect of transactions, particularly in respect of transactions
