Amid the gloomy talk among retailers of rising interest rates, high fuel and gas costs, supply problems and staff shortages at least one sector of the market is seeing signs of an upturn. Following on from a sales boom during the last twelve months The Toy Retailers Association is predicting a 10% increase in the…
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August 4, 2022
July 26, 2022
Since September, 2019, it has been illegal for local authorities to place children in care under the age of 16 in unregulated homes. At the same time it has been illegal for companies to run unregistered children’s homes, and although exemptions exist to allow unregulated placements for holidays or leisure activities it is feared that…
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June 17, 2022
What is a Lasting Power of Attorney? A Lasting Power of Attorney is a legal document by which you appoint one or more people ( up to four) to step in and look after your affairs if you lose legal capacity There are two types of Lasting Power of Attorney and you can make either…
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June 15, 2022
New research by up-market property agents Hamptons shows that more and more homes are being sold without ever coming on to the market. Previously such deals were generally confined to high-end vendors, most likely in affluent parts of Central London, who wanted a discreet sale away from the eyes of the general public. However, the…
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June 14, 2022
Thanks to donations from Bretherton Law clients we have made another delivery of used football kit to Affinity Water headquarters in Hatfield. Affinity Water operates as a kit collection point at three sites in Hatfield, Hemel Hempstead and Liverpool, with the KitAid charity arranging with partner agencies to send the items of used football kit…
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May 31, 2022
After two successful Cup runs in the last 18 months Harpenden Colts Old Boys made it a hat-trick of wins by lifting the inaugural Brian Hubball Cup against St George’s FC. Although competing a couple of divisions below Harpenden Colts in the Herts Advertiser Sunday League, the Welwyn Garden City side put up a tough…
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May 10, 2022
In the ceremonial State Opening of Parliament on 10th May the Queen’s Speech sets out plans to force landlords to let out empty shops as part of the government’s initiative to rejuvenate the country’s high streets. To be known as the Levelling Up and Regeneration Bill the plans will give additional powers to local councils…
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April 28, 2022
Buying a house can be a daunting prospect for anyone, let alone someone who is taking their first step on to the property ladder. We all ask ourselves the same questions: Is this definitely the property I want? Am I paying too much? Can I really afford it? Buying a house or an apartment will…
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March 28, 2022
The first drop for three years in the number of empty high street shops and restaurants has been highlighted in a new report. The decline is the first time the number of vacancies has fallen since 2018, leading to suggestions that a post-covid recovery could soon be on its way. According to research by the…
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March 23, 2022
The government is to bring in new rules to the property market in order to provide consumers with essential information and to standardise the way properties are advertised. The changes form part of a project by the National Trading Standards Estate and Letting Agency Team and are due to come into effect by the end…
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We recently completed on the sale of a flat and the purchase of a house, with Osman Dervish acting for us. Osman was responsive, professional and commercial to ensure the transaction was done as efficiently as possible. He faced an inexperienced and extremely rude solicitor who acted for our purchaser but always maintained a cool and professional manner notwithstanding how infuriating she was! This really helped to ensure we worked our way through the issues she created. Brethertons were also good value. Highly recommended.
Sarah Wright
We are so pleased to have worked again with Osman Dervish at Bretherton Law.
Osman always goes out of his way to support us when buying or selling and is such an incredibly nice gentleman to converse with.
Thanks for all your support Osman. D Grant
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We recently used Bretherton Law for a sale and purchase. We were really pleased with the service received. The team were responsive and professional at all times. They took the time to answer any queries we had in detail to ensure we fully understood everything. Most importantly, there was a sense or urgency throughout the whole process. We would highly recommend Bretherton Law.
Adam
My name is Ruth Palmer Cooper. I am posting this review to publicly confirm that this solicitors is simply the best in St Albans. I have had the pleasure of dealing with Mr Osman Dervish and his team for the past 18 months. Throughout the entire process , Mr Dervish has been outstanding. He is a remarkable solicitor who answered various queries and handled all of the ups and downs with great professionalism and clarity. He supported me through so many very tricky moments and explained everything to me in a way that I could understand. He is polite and courteous.I would recommend him highly and the company are very lucky to have such a brilliant solcitor working within their establishment. Many thanks for making this whole episode so much more bearable.
william palmer cooper
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I have done three conveyancing transactions and handled a Probate via Bretherton Law in the last 6-8 months. Bretherton Law is probably not the cheapest option in either case, but you do get the service and attention you pay for. Both Anne Stockley (Probate) and Isobel Doherty (Conveyancing) were outstanding and I wouldn't hesitate to recommend.
Joe Hames
Sandra Bradley and team, assisted my partner and I through a very difficult time. They guided us through a very complex arena that was completely foreign to us with professional dedication and compassion throughout. I still have them on speed dial and would use Bretherton Law for all my legal needs in the future and have recommended to many family and friends already, who have also had a highly positive experience.
Richard Saunders
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I know this law firm cover many different areas which I would use if I ever needed them. I can never thank Sandra Bradley enough for her professionalism and hours of work over the past 6 months in what was a complex family case. Her support was incredible she was always honest and never gave false hope. I have every confidence in recommending this law firm and will go back to them if I ever need further help or advice. Thank you once again. Dawn
Dawn Brett
Huge thanks to Lucy Madley and her team. They were friendly, helpful and proactive, keeping us informed at every turn and we have now bought our first house. I would recommend happily to friends and family.
Jack du Pille
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Sandra Bradley and her team were extremely knowledgeable and efficient. Her care, consideration and professionalism were outstanding. I felt totally supported & extremely well represented throughout a very complex & complicated case for nine months. Words cannot express my gratitude for the result she achieved. Highly recommend to everyone.
Jen Bullock
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