News & Legal Updates

Is Power of Attorney truly as important as everyone says?
Ellie Uttley is a Solicitor and Director at the firm, specialising in Property Law and Estate Planning matters. Having joined the firm in

Freehold vs Leasehold – What do you really need to know?
Ellie Hooson is a trainee solicitor and considers the crucial difference between freehold and leasehold properties. Before you fall in love with a

It’s a New Year and we are hiring!
We’re Hiring: Conveyancer or ParalegalIt’s a New Year and we’re on the lookout for an experienced Conveyancer or Paralegal to join our team.

Goodbye 2025! A year in review.
Whilst it doesn’t seem like two minutes since we were writing the goodbye 2024 blog, here we are again! As the year comes

A sit down with our legal secretary, Kelly!
Since joining Lancashire Law in 2018, Kelly Edge has become an essential part of our Todmorden team. With extensive experience in residential conveyancing,

DIY – Saving Now, Paying Later? Wills edition
Ellie Hooson is a trainee solicitor in our Wills and Probate department, in our latest blog, she considers whether or not cutting the

A sit down with our Paralegal – Jamie!
Jamie Wilson is a paralegal within our conveyancing department, dealing with residential sales, purchases, and remortgages. Whether you’re a first-time buyer or part

DIY – Saving Now, Paying Later? Probate edition
Ellie Uttley is a Solicitor and Director working across our Property and Wills and Probate department. In our latest blog, she considers whether

DIY – Saving Now, Paying Later? Divorce edition
Sophie Holt is a paralegal, in our latest blog, she considers whether or not cutting the cost on your divorce is worthwhile. With

What is a Statutory Declaration and how can it be used?
What is a Statutory Declaration?A Statutory Declaration is a legal document whereby a person solemnly swears a statement (or statements) to be true.

I think my marriage is over. What should I do?
The first step is to obtain legal advice. This can be crucial to helping you decide the best way forward and how best

How does the Stamp Duty change impact me?
In September 2022 the government granted a temporary increase to the thresholds for Stamp Duty Land Tax (SDLT) for residential properties which is

A look back on 2024 and a look forward to 2025
As the festivities draw to a close, we take the time to look back on the year and the countless achievements of our

Navigating the Family Mediation process with Liz Bates
Elizabeth Bates is a Family Law Solicitor at the firm, and she specialises in divorce, finance and children matters. Having qualified in 2012,

A sit down with… Paralegal, Sophie Holt & A look into the SQE
Sophie Holt is a Paralegal at the firm, and she specialises in both Residential and Commercial property transactions, whilst also training on our

A sit down with… Director, Eleanor Uttley
Eleanor Uttley is a Solicitor and Director of the firm, and she specialises in both Residential and Commercial property transactions, along with Wills,

A sit down with… Director, Belinda Thomasson
Belinda Thomasson is a Solicitor and Director of the firm, and she specialises in Residential and Commercial Property, Wills, Probate and Court of
