In light of the ongoing Covid-19 situation, we would like to assure our clients, colleagues and associates that despite these challenging times, our priority is maintaining business operations as usual whilst ensuring the safety and well-being of our teams. The situation is changing by the day, and we are continuously…
Read moreA guide to common commercial property disputes
Are you a landlord that has been involved in a commercial lease dispute? Unfortunately, this is quite a common occurrence. Even if you haven’t yet been involved in a dispute with your tenants, it’s a good idea to make yourself aware of potential issues you might face in the future.…
Read moreAbacus Solicitors lends a hand in £15m Warrington apartment development
With nine stories of high-end luxury apartments, a brushed aluminium exterior and the town’s first rooftop garden, the £15 million pound development on Mersey Street is the first of its kind for Warrington and we’re delighted to be involved in the project. The apartment block is a statement of intent…
Read moreA guide to litigation terminology
The language of the courtroom is often accused of being exclusionary because of its many terms reserved for those qualified to use them. From counterclaiming and counsel to privilege and proceedings, you'd be forgiven for any confusion or misunderstanding. For many, law jargon is just that: a collection of terms…
Read moreWelcoming new additions to our Commercial Property team
We are delighted to announce two fantastic new additions to the Commercial Property team at Abacus Solicitors. Mark Benjamin and Jill Campbell will be joining the commercial department in early September. Mark brings to the firm over two decades of experience gained at Legal 500 firms such as Nabarro and…
Read moreBankruptcy annulment: What you need to know
If in the past you have been made bankrupt and you are now ready to return to the financial status you held before your declaration, you can make a bankruptcy annulment application which, if successful, will completely undo the bankruptcy. We understand how the mere status of bankruptcy can affect…
Read moreAn Interview With a Spanish-Speaking Solicitor
Being fluent in both Spanish and English puts Adolfo Marquez (our Conveyancing Executive) in a quite unique position. Not only is he able to advise Abacus’ English-speaking clients, he can also lend his expert knowledge of residential property to our growing Spanish and Italian-speaking client base around the North West…
Read moreHow to support your claims when settling cohabitation disputes
How to support your claims when settling cohabitation disputes When a cohabitation relationship breaks down, disputes can arise and ownership of property or assets becomes a problem. However, proving your interest in a property isn’t always difficult but certainly can be. Contrary to popular belief, cohabiting couples are not entitled…
Read moreSelling a property – When can property contract disputes arise?
This is the second of two articles related to property contract disputes. Whilst the first article concentrated on dealing with common contract issues experienced by a property buyer, this article will focus on dealing with problems experienced by property sellers. Read on to discover some of the situations where…
Read moreBuying a Property – When can property contract disputes arise?
Contract disputes can be difficult to resolve, especially where property is concerned. Contracts are exchanged during a property purchase to protect both the buyer and the seller. The Standard Conditions of Sale (Fifth Edition) are used during residential property transactions and can be referred to during any disputes that arise,…
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