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27/08/2026

Leasehold reform. The Renters’ Rights Act 2026. The Building Safety Act 2022.

The property landscape is moving fast, and the practical questions are landing on landlords, managing agents and developers right now.

On Wednesday 23 September we’re hosting Property Law Unpacked at our Aldgate office. An evening seminar with our property team alongside barristers San-Mari Martins and Stephanie Wookey of Thomas More Chambers, followed by drinks and networking.

Places are limited. Email [email protected] to reserve yours.

20/08/2026

There is something very positive about wanting to see the next generation benefit from your wealth during your lifetime. The important thing is to make those decisions deliberately and with a clear understanding of the consequences.

There is something very positive about wanting to see the next generation benefit from your wealth during your lifetime. The important thing is to make those decisions deliberately and with a clear understanding of the consequences.

18/08/2026

The risk with a homemade Will is not always what it says. It’s what it leaves everyone else to work out.

“I leave my necklace to Sarah” might sound perfectly clear, until it emerges that the person owned three necklaces.

In a recent case, this was one of several seemingly small drafting gaps that turned a straightforward estate into a far more involved exercise, requiring additional evidence and investigation.

In our latest article, Amandeep Kaur explains why a “simple” Will can create complex problems and how careful drafting can help prevent delay, cost and family tension later.

Read the full case study: https://lauruslaw.co.uk/insights/when-a-simple-will-isnt-so-simple

17/08/2026

"We're buying a home together, who actually owns what?"

In this edition of Property Law Unpacked, Abigail Bird explains what a declaration of trust does, when it matters, why it can be put in place alongside your purchase without slowing anything down and Laurus' conveyancing lawyers work hand in hand with our estate planning lawyers to make sure clients are properly protected.

Read the article here:

In this edition of Property Law Unpacked, we explain what a declaration of trust does, when it matters, why it can be put in place alongside your purchase without slowing anything down, and how our conveyancing lawyers work hand in hand with our estate planning lawyers to make sure clients are prope...

03/08/2026

Leasehold reform has generated bold headlines, but which changes are actually in force, and which remain on hold?

In her latest article, Maria Guida, Associate Partner in our Property team, cuts through the confusion surrounding the Leasehold and Freehold Reform Act 2024 and the draft Commonhold and Leasehold Reform Bill 2026.

Understand which leasehold reforms are in force, why key financial changes are delayed and whether you should extend your lease or buy your freehold now.

29/07/2026

Planning a holiday abroad with your child after separation? Before booking, it’s important to check whether you need permission from everyone with parental responsibility.

In her latest article, Jacqueline Fitzgerald explains the rules, why written consent is advisable and what to do if the other parent does not agree, helping families prepare early and avoid unnecessary stress.

Read the full article:

Planning a holiday after separation? Learn when you need permission to take your child abroad, what parental responsibility means and what documents you should carry.

28/07/2026

It’s an incredibly exciting day for everyone at Laurus as we celebrate the promotion of Kirsty Kelleher and Ingrid Starcic to Partner.

Becoming a Partner is a significant career milestone and these promotions are equally important for our firm. They reflect Kirsty and Ingrid’s exceptional talent, commitment to their clients and invaluable contributions to the growth and success of our Family team.

We’re immensely proud of them both and look forward to everything they will achieve in this next chapter.

Congratulations both!

https://lauruslaw.co.uk/insights/laurus-strengthens-family-leadership-with-the-promotion-of-kirsty-kelleher-and-ingrid-starcic-to-partner

23/07/2026

A strong set of results in the Chambers High Net Worth Guide 2026, with Laurus moving up to Band 3 for Family/Matrimonial Finance: High Net Worth (UK-wide)

Congratulations to Steven Gasser, William Hogg and the whole Family team on this well-deserved recognition.

Thank you to our clients for placing their trust in us, and to our colleagues, counsel and professional partners across the family law community for your continued support and confidence.

15/07/2026

A significant reported judgment for the Laurus Family team.

We are delighted to recognise the outstanding work of Kirsty Kelleher, Nicholas Wilkinson KC and the wider Laurus Family team in ST v NT (Maintenance Pending Suit) [2026] EWFC 171.

We are delighted to recognise the outstanding work of Kirsty Kelleher, Nicholas Wilkinson KC and the wider Laurus Family team in ST v NT (Maintenance Pending Suit) [2026] EWFC 171.

14/07/2026

Does living together give you the same inheritance rights as marriage?

Despite the widespread belief in “common-law marriage”, unmarried partners do not automatically inherit from one another, no matter how long they have been together. Without a valid will and clear arrangements in place, a surviving partner could be left financially exposed at an already devastating time.

In our latest article, Chloe Boase explains the risks facing cohabiting couples and the practical steps they can take to protect each other.

Read the full article on our website.

Unmarried couples have no automatic inheritance rights. Learn how wills and estate planning can protect cohabiting partners and their shared assets.