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What counts as continuous residence?
Continuous residence generally means living in the UK for the required qualifying period while meeting the relevant Immigration Rules regarding lawful residence and permitted absences.
What are the requirements for a Skilled Worker visa?
Applicants must have a job offer from a UK-licensed sponsor, meet the skill and salary threshold, and prove their English proficiency. Our team ensures compliance with all visa requirements.
What are the penalties for drink or drug driving?
Penalties for drink or drug driving include fines, driving bans, and even imprisonment in severe cases. Our legal team can explore possible defences, such as procedural errors or mitigating circumstances.
What are the eligibility requirements for British citizenship?
To apply for British citizenship, you must meet residency requirements, pass the Life in the UK Test, demonstrate English language proficiency, and have a good character record. Our solicitors can guide you through the process.
What are Right to Work checks?
Employers must verify an employee’s legal right to work in the UK. Failing to conduct these checks can lead to penalties. We help businesses stay compliant with employment laws.
What are dilapidations, and how can I avoid disputes?
Dilapidations refer to the condition of the property at lease end. To avoid disputes, tenants should understand repair obligations and document property conditions before moving in.
What are dilapidations?
Dilapidations are claims relating to a tenant's repairing obligations at the end of a commercial lease. They commonly involve the cost of putting premises back into the condition required by the lease.
Should I sign a settlement agreement without legal advice?
No.
A settlement agreement is only legally binding if you have received independent legal advice from a qualified solicitor, so you cannot validly sign one without it.
Legal advice also protects you because a solicitor can identify unfair terms or an undervalued offer before you agree to anything.
Is VAT charged on disbursements?
Some disbursements attract VAT while others do not. We explain any applicable VAT in your written quotation.
Is my spouse automatically entitled to half of everything?
Not necessarily. While an equal division may be appropriate in some cases, every financial settlement is based on the individual circumstances of the family rather than a strict 50/50 rule.