News - Sills & Betteridge Solicitors

Lessons from Covid-19 – Terms & Conditions

We have all learnt a lot over the last year or so, whether it be how effective working from home can be (for some), or how a whole business can pivot to take on new opportunities. In my main work area of commercial contracts, there have been a number of key points that the pandemic has brought to the fore:

Pandemic Drives Our One–Site Ambition for Lincoln

29 Apr 2021
Firm News

On May 1st the firm’s residential property team, the only remaining team to deliver services from our offices at 46 Silver Street joined the rest of the practice at larger, more modern offices in nearby Aquis House on Clasketgate.

Policies on mandatory vaccinations– are they permissible?

With the COVID-19 vaccination programme in full swing and the end of restrictions in sight, it is time for employers to consider how they can ensure employees feel safe enough to return to the workplace, and how they can ensure the continued health and safety of those returning employees.

Acquisition of Rawson Family Law, Sheffield

We are delighted to announce our recent acquisition of boutique legal practice Rawson Family Law of Sheffield, and the appointment of its Principal Solicitor Louise Rawson.

Family Mediators Welcome Government Voucher Scheme

The government has announced that it is investing £1m in family mediation. Under the scheme, the Ministry of Justice will provide contributions of up to £500 per family, to resolve issues relating to children following parental separation. The fund will reduce the costs of mediation for at least 2000 families.

DO YOU NEED A WILL?

Unfortunately, it is common for people to feel they don't need to prepare a will. This is sometimes because they don't understand what will happen to their estate if they die without one.