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Romford FC get through to Wembley

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Our local team is heading to Wembley! Well done to all the team at Romford FC who got through to the final of the FA Vase Cup on Saturday and are heading to Wembley. We wish you all the very best, you are flying the flag for our local community...

Andrew Gillett joins F Barnes Solicitors

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Andrew Gillett - Litigation Solicitor We are delighted to announce that Andrew has joined the team at F Barnes. Andrew  qualified as a solicitor in 1991 and specialises in dispute resolution in our Litigation department. He has over 30 years’...

Litigation Paralegal Vacancy - F Barnes Solicitors

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Litigation Paralegal Are you looking to develop your career path? Want to be part of a fully supportive friendly practice? We are looking for someone who has a broad spectrum of experience that leans heavily towards litigation. F Barnes are...

Receptionist/Office Administrator Vacancy F Barnes Solicitors

Joanne Druce
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F Barnes Solicitors require a full time receptionist to join our busy and ever growing practice based in Romford, Gidea Park and Collier Row. Experience within the legal sector is preferred but not essential. The position will be based at two of our...

Divorce Day is Monday 8th January 2024

Joanne Druce
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Our best advert for Family services are the clients we have helped.  Read about Sharon's experience above.   When is Divorce Day? Divorce day is the first working Monday in January, this year it falls on Monday 8 th January. It...

Kirstie Tompkins - Licensed Conveyancer joins F Barnes Solicitors

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Kirstie Tompkins - Licensed Conveyancer Residential Property We are delighted to announce the long awaited arrival of Kirstie Tompkins who  joins us today having spent two and a half years at Kew Law Solicitors at their Chelmsford...

F Barnes Christmas Jumper Day in aid of St Francis Hospice

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We love to join in 'Christmas Jumper Day' whilst fundraising for St Francis Hospice Here are just a few of our F Barnes team at our Romford, Collier Row and Gidea Park offices 😊🎄 Merry Christmas everyone....

Rochelle Meheux joins F Barnes Solicitors

Joanne Druce
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We are delighted to announce that Rochelle Meheux has joined F Barnes property team.  Rochelle is a Residential Conveyancing Solicitor and joined F Barnes Solicitors in November 2023.   Rochelle studied her law degree at Anglia Ruskin...

F Barnes Sponsor Havering Christmas Land 2023

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We are so proud to be sponsoring the Havering Mind Christmas Land this year. We visited today and the whole thing looks amazing! Such a wonderful venue which is easy to get to. For a local, magical, affordable, Christmas experience,  we...

F Barnes at the Romford Christmas Lights Switch On

Joanne Druce
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The F Barnes team were out and about again at the Christmas Lights Switch On last week. Take a look at our team having fun and the offers that are available for our clients. This was a great evening, well done to the organisers Romford BID. ...

Jonathan Diamond of Wiseman Lee joins F Barnes Solicitors

Joanne Druce
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We are delighted to have ex partner of Wiseman Lee Solicitors, Jonathan Diamond join F Barnes Jonathan qualified as a solicitor in 1986 and is a hugely experienced and approachable family lawyer. He is someone you want on your side when looking for...

Vacancy - Assistant Legal Cashier F Barnes Solicitors Romford

Joanne Druce
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    Assistant Legal Cashier Vacancy at our Romford Office Due to continued growth, we are looking to recruit an experienced legal cashier to assist in accounts and with our administration. The candidate needs to be experienced in LEAP case...

Legal Vacancy - Residential Property Solicitor 5 Years PQE Romford

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  Are you a Property Solicitor looking for your excellent last career move? Contact F Barnes Solicitors Are you a Property Solicitor looking for your perfect last career move? Worried about the future at your current firm? Are you fed up...

Senior Family Solicitor Vacancy at F Barnes Solicitors

Joanne Druce
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Job description A new opportunity is open for someone 5 years PQE in Family Law and Civil Litigation to join our MD & Head of Family, Tiina Juhanson to act for HNW individuals. Do you want to benefit from a very generous individual ‘Profit...

F Barnes welcomes Ammarah Balouch to the Family Legal Team

Joanne Druce
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We offer a warm welcome to Ammarah Balouch, who joined us this week after several months of waiting. We are very excited to have Ammarah join our team and look forward to working alongside her in the years to come.  Ammarah graduated from...

F Barnes sponsor Romford Junior Open

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Well done to all the winners of the Romford Junior Open  We have been sponsoring the Romford Junior Open for over 10 years now and are always delighted to see so many talented young players do so well. Our Sangeet Tatem and Tina Marwa presented...

Family Solicitor - Vacancy F Barnes Solicitors

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A new opportunity is open for someone who has 1 year PQE in Family Law to join our MD & Head of Family, Tiina Juhanson to act for HNW individuals. Do you want to benefit from a very generous individual ‘Profit Related Pay Bonus Scheme? Are you...

Kiren Kaur - Family Solicitor joins F Barnes Solicitors

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Kiren Kaur - Family Solicit or We are delighted to announce the arrival of Kiren to F Barnes Solicitors. Kiren comes to us from Perduco Law having made the decision to take the next step in her career of becoming a highly experienced Family Law...

Are you or your business owed money?

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F Barnes Solicitors can help. Simply complete our enquiry form and Niroshan David will be able to provide you with some initial advice and quotation for the work needed. In many cases costs can be recovered successfully from the debtor,...

Should I extend the Lease on my flat?

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LEASE EXTENSIONS OF FLATS – WHAT SHOULD I DO? We are all aware of the conflicting stories in the news regarding the Leasehold market and what the future looks like. For us, the question of whether to extend your Lease is something we are asked...

What should I do about the Lease Extension on my flat?

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LEASE EXTENSIONS OF FLATS – WHAT SHOULD I DO? We are all aware of the conflicting stories in the news regarding the Leasehold market and what the future looks like. For us, the question of whether to extend your Lease is something we are asked...

F Barnes Solicitors Welcomes Solicitor Ivan Ho to the team

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Ivan Ho - Commercial and Residential Property Solicitor F Barnes are delighted to  welcome, Ivan to their property team this week. Ivan graduated from Queens Mary University of London in 2002 and having completed his LPC in 2003 began his...

F Barnes Solicitors Sponsor Havering Mind Festival 2023

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Tickets are on sale now.  We are delighted to be supporting Havering, Barking and Dagenham Mind with their Festival weekend 14th to 16th July 2023. There is so much to do with a variety of things for all the family.  As sponsors we are...

Anusha Dayanandan joins F Barnes Solicitors

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Anusha Dayanandan - Solicitor Residential Conveyancing We give a warm  welcome to Anusha Dayanandan who joins our property team this month. Anusha is a Solicitor specialising in residential property and we are looking forward to...

4 Years PQE Family Solicitor Vacancy at F Barnes Solicitors

Joanne Druce
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A new opportunity is open for someone 4 years PQE in Family Law to join our MD & Head of Family, Tiina Juhanson Do you want to benefit from an individual ‘Profit Related Pay Bonus Scheme? Are you looking to fast track your career progression?...

Dementia Action Week at F Barnes Solicitors

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We are experienced in working with the elderly. Our clients come first.  Take a look and see how we can help you. To book an appointment or to speak to an advisor email Jade King or call 01708 745 183    ...

F Barnes clients are so wonderful - Thank you

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We offer a completely bespoke service at F Barnes solicitors. Our clients comes first.  Our team are friendly and approachable, providing you with an all round excellent service. Just take a look at our reviews and call us on 01708...

Are Mirror Wills a good idea?

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Do I need to see a Solicitor to prepare a Lasting Power of Attorney?

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What are the benefits in seeing a Solicitor to prepare your Lasting Power of Attorney? A Lasting Power of Attorney (LPA) is designed to assist those who believe that they may lose mental capacity over a period of time. An LPA enables you to choose...

Considering selling your property at auction? We are here to help...

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                        Martin Lawrence - Auction Property Specialist Selling at auction can be an ideal way of achieving quick results. Properties for auction require a different approach,...

What should I do if I want to buy or sell a property at Auction?

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              Martin Lawrence - Auction Specialist - F Barnes Solicitors We are auction specialists and can help anyone in relation to the sale or purchase of a property at Auction. In recent years there has been...

Litigation and Dispute Solicitor Vacancy

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Litigation and Dispute Resolution Solicitor - Vacancy - 5 years + PQE Want to benefit from an individual ‘Profit Related Pay Bonus Scheme’? Are you looking to be Head of Department and Director within the next 18 months - 2 years? Want to...

Niroshan David joins F Barnes Solicitors in Romford

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            Niroshan David - Litigation and Dispute Resolution Solicitor We extend a warm welcome to the latest member of our team, Niroshan David who joins us this month. Niroshan has worked locally in Romford for several...

Vacancy - Residential Property Solicitor Romford

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Are you a Property Solicitor looking for your perfect last career move? Worried about the future at your current firm? Are you fed up trying to reach 'Impossible Daily Targets? Want to benefit from a very generous individual 'Profit...

Havering Indoor Bowls Club Awards Evening with F Barnes

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F Barnes Solicitors present the awards at 'Havering Indoor Bowls Club'.   We were delighted to attend the awards evening at HIBC yesterday evening along with co-sponsors West & Coe Funeral Directors   Well done everyone who...

Vacancy - Legal Secretary in Residential Conveyancing Romford

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F Barnes Solicitors are looking for an experienced Residential Property Legal Assistant   A multi office High Street, Lexcel accredited practice seeks an experienced residential property legal assistant/paralegal. We seek someone who is naturally...

Property Solicitor Vacancy - F Barnes Solicitors

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We are looking for someone who has extensive experience in residential property who would like to join a friendly team. We are an extremely busy and well thought of practice. Our property department remains one of the strongest in our area and continues...

RIP our beloved Queen Elizabeth II

Joanne Druce
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Queen Elizabeth II you were an inspiration to us all. Today we mourn the loss of our wonderful sovereign of 70 years . You were so many things to so many people. RIP our Queen, you have served our country well. Our thoughts are with the family at this...

Legal Secretary Vacancy - Residential Property and Private Client

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F Barnes are looking for a Float Legal Secretary to join our team. Job description Experienced Private Client & Conveyancing Float Legal Secretary Required We require an experienced secretary to join us as a float assisting legal advisors...

Vacancy - Legal Accounts Assistant

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Assistant Part Time Legal Cashier Required About Us Due to continued growth, we are looking to recruit an experienced legal cashier to assist in accounts and with our administration. The candidate needs to be naturally enthusiastic, committed and...

F Barnes attend Gidea Park Bowling Club Open Day

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Liam Gough and Tina Marwa attend Gidea Park Bowling Club Open Day In April we were delighted to sponsor the club and set about helping the committee look for new members. The club have held two open days in May giving people the opportunity of trying...

NQ Family Solicitor Vacancy at F Barnes Solicitors

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  We have a new opportunity for a newly qualified solicitor in Family Law to join our MD & Head of Family, Tiina Juhanson Do you want to benefit from an individual ‘Profit Related Pay Bonus Scheme? Are you looking to fast track...

F Barnes Celebrate the Queens Platinum Jubilee Celebrations

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Congratulations to our Queen Elizabeth on your Platinum Jubilee   It is something we are sure we will never see again. Queen Elizabeth II celebrating her 70 years as our longest ever serving Monarch. Many congratulations to you from all at F...

Vacancy - Property Assistant Required At F Barnes Solicitors

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    We are looking for an experienced property assistant to join our friendly team   A multi office High Street, Lexcel accredited practice seeks an experienced residential property legal assistant/paralegal. We seek someone who is...

Chitra Jeebodhun - Property Solicitor with 5 Star Google Reviews

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We are delighted with the excellent client feedback for Chitra. Here are just some of the lovely reviews received. If you want a pro-active, caring Property Solicitor please get in touch with Chitra Jeebodhun ...

F Barnes Solicitors raise £28,000 for Saint Francis Hospice

Joanne Druce
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£28,000 raised so far by F Barnes Solicitors At F Barnes we are committed to helping to raise funds for Saint Francis Hospice. This charity helps so many people in our community in a variety of ways that in fact, it is hard to meet...

F Barnes Solicitors Sponsor Gidea Park Bowling Club

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  Good Luck to Gidea Park Bowling Club in the 2022 Season We are delighted to be sponsoring Gidea Park Bowling Club this year. Having met some of the members we can see what a fantastic little club this is. The clubhouse has a fully licensed...

Vacancy - Family Solicitor needed to join F Barnes

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    A new opportunity is open for someone 4 years PQE in Family Law to join our MD & Head of Family, Tiina Juhanson Do you want to benefit from an individual ​‘Profit Related Pay Bonus...

Property Paralegal Vacancy - F Barnes Solicitors

Joanne Druce
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​ Paralegal Required to Join Progressive and Friendly Team Worried about the future at your current firm? Are you fed up trying to reach 'Impossible Daily Targets? Want to benefit from an individual 'Profit Related Pay Bonus...

Free Divorce Advice Near Me - F Barnes Solicitors

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F Barnes Solicitors offer a FREE 30 minute consultation for all Family matters We know that since Covid 19 appeared there has been an even bigger strain on relationships in the home. Families are spending a considerable amount of time together,...

Vacancy - Commercial and Residential Solicitor F Barnes Solicitors

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Excellent Property Solicitor Vacancy Want to benefit from an individual 'Profit Related Pay Bonus Scheme' Are you fed up trying to reach 'Impossible Daily Targets? Worried about the future at your current firm? If the answer to any...

F Barnes Christmas Meal Celebrating 2021

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It is once again a very strange Christmas with all the difficulties with mixing. We would like to share a little video of just some of the F Barnes team celebrating another fabulous year.  We hope you all stay safe and healthy and wish you all the...

F Barnes Christmas Jumper Day 2021

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We just love Christmas at F Barnes Just a few pictures of staff joining in the Christmas Jumper Day 2021. Are you joining in? Please share your pictures with us on our Facebook page. #christmasjumperday2021...

Romford Christmas Safari Trail

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F Barnes take part in the free family fun this Christmas This is great for young families, all you need to do is log onto the High Street Safari website and scan the 10 barcodes displayed at businesses in Romford. You get to hear a story and take...

What is the amount of Stamp Duty now?

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Chitra Jeebodhun, Property Solicitor at F Barnes looks at the Stamp Duty Land Tax - What will happen now? Will the Stamp Duty Land Tax Holiday 2021 be extended? Over the last few months property buyers have been able to benefit from either paying...

F Barnes Solicitors welcome Chitra Jeebodhun to their team

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Chitra Jeebodhun - Property Solicitor at F Barnes  It has been a long wait for us to have Chitra join our team. Covid and Stamp Duty Holiday pressures has meant that there have been delays in getting her over to our F Barnes family but we are so...

F Barnes meet Jeff Brazier at Havering Half Marathon in aid of Havering Mind

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F Barnes sponsored Havering Half Marathon  Team F Barnes were out in the community again at the Havering Half Marathon on Sunday 12th September 2021. There were nearly 1000 participants who were running either the half marathon or 10km. The sun was...

Romford Golf Club Junior Open

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We were delighted to sponsor the 2021 Boys & Girls Junior Open at Romford Golf Club on Tuesday. The weather was glorious after a rather wet and windy weekend and all that took part did extremely well. Fifty one players from around the County attended...

SDLT Holiday Comes to and End - Will it be extended?

Joanne Druce
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It certainly has been a crazy 6 months if you have been involved in trying to move home. With the SDLT holiday being announced last year we saw an increased demand in people wishing to move home. Our property department has been stretched to it's very...

Thinking of Buying or Selling a Property Abroad?

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What should I consider before I buy or sell a property abroad? The world has become a more accessible place for property investment with the advent of travel and technology. A lot of us tend to invest and buy a property overseas for a plethora of...

What are the new Divorce laws in UK?

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Priti Mayor explains what a Divorce may look like in 2021 As we entered 2021 still in the grips of the pandemic it was true to say that no one in 2020 had escaped the impact it had on one’s daily life. It affected the way we worked, our finances,...

Receptionist Vacancy at F Barnes Solicitors

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Full Time Receptionist Required: F Barnes Solicitors require a full time receptionist to join our busy and ever growing practice based in Romford, Gidea Park and Collier Row. Experience within the legal sector is preferred but not essential. The...

F Barnes wins Romford Golf Club Quiz

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Well Done Team F B It was so nice to be back at Romford Golf Club after so many months of absence. We were delighted to enter a team in the Bank Holiday Quiz on Friday. After a few tense rounds of quizzing and debating we were declared the overall...

Make A Will Campaign is supported by F Barnes Solicitors

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F Barnes are delighted to be working in partnership with St Francis Hospice in conjunction with their  'Make a Will'  scheme.  St Francis Hospice is a wonderful charity close to our hearts and we are ever grateful for the...

Budget 2021 - When does the Stamp Duty Holiday End?

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What is the new Stamp Duty Holiday? Last summer, the government temporarily increased the amount at which stamp duty is paid to £500,000, for property sales in England and Northern Ireland. The tax break was due to end on 31 March, but Mr...

How can I set aside a Judgement in Default

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Bradley Grant  of  F Barnes Solicitors  explains how you can apply for or defend an application to ‘Set Aside Judgement in Default’   What is a  CCJ ?   A CCJ is short for a  ...

Can I make my Will during Lockdown?

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Since the outbreak of Covid 19 many of us have turned our attention to ‘getting our affairs in order’.  Historically making a Will is something that many leave until it is too late because it is something we do not like to think...

Can the signing of a Will be witnessed virtually?

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How has recent legislation adapted to cope with the onset of Corona Virus? There has been a significant rise in the number of people wanting to organise their financial affairs by preparing their Lasting Will and Testament since the outbreak of...

5 Star Reviews and Happy Clients Make our Job Worthwhile- F Barnes Solicitors

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  Catherine Page - received this lovely gift today. Tracey Levins was feeling appreciated when she received these today In such miserable times our clients really do 'lift our spirits' and keep us going,  so thank you to each...

F Barnes Solicitors - Family Solicitor Vacancy

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  Immediate Vacancy - Family Solicitor A new opportunity is open for someone 4 years PQE in Family Law to join our MD & Head of Family, Tiina Juhanson Do you want to benefit from an individual ​‘Profit Related...

F Barnes welcome Liam Gough - Solicitor in Wills and Probate

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Liam Gough - Associate Solicitor joins our Wills and Probate Team We are thrilled to welcome Liam into the F Barnes family, who has certainly settled in well having already seen many clients, old and new, at our Gidea Park office where he is based. ...

Vacancy - Litigation/Family Solicitor 1 - 3 years PQE

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Want to benefit from an individual ‘Profit Related Pay Bonus Scheme’? Are you looking to develop your career path and business development? Want to be part of a fully supportive friendly practice? We are looking for someone who has a...

Our Katie Walker Turns 40!

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F Barnes family wish our Katie Walker a Happy 40th Birthday Katie is F Barnes first point of contact with their clients, she is our receptionist at both Collier Row and Romford branches. Katie has such a bubbly and caring personality she is loved...

Settlement Agreements - What do Employees Need to Know?

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What is a settlement agreement? Formerly known as a compromise agreement, a settlement agreement is a legally binding contract made between employer and employee. A settlement agreement is usually used in connection with ending employment on agreed...

Moving Home? First Time Buyer? F Barnes Solicitors have 5 Star Client Reviews

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Katrina Lewis and team offer that 'Personal Touch' when it comes to Moving Home What makes our job worthwhile is to hear from happy clients. Our company ethos has always been that the 'Clients Come First'. Throughout lockdown there have...

Private Client Solicitor Vacancy

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Are you a Private Client Solicitor or Legal Executive with 5 years PQE in Wills &Probate? Want to join a friendly team with great opportunities to progress? Due to our success we have continued to grow and we are looking to recruit an...

The Land Registry now accepts Electronic Signatures

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HM Land Registry Reveals Changes to Signature Requirements HM Land Registry has recently confirmed that it will now start accepting electronic signatures – paving the way for the entire conveyancing process to be conducted electronically. Many...

Divorce During Lockdown - F Barnes Solicitors can help

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Divorce and COVID-19- We are here to Help The Covid 19 pandemic has proved a tipping point for many relationships, cracks have become chasms as couples have been forced to stay together 24/7. The pandemic has brought many couples together but for...

Government Announces SDLT Relief Scheme

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We are ready to help you make the most of the new Stamp Duty Relief Scheme Yesterday the government announced substantial changes to the levels of Stamp Duty that need to be paid. This measure is designed to give the residential housing market a...

Governent Announces Move to Protect Abuse Victims

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Major overhaul of family courts to protect domestic abuse victims is revealled The government has announced an overhaul of how the Family Court deals with domestic abuse to provide greater protection to survivors of domestic abuse. Proposed...

Legal Advice Available During Covid 19

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F Barnes Solicitors are 'Open for Business' Coronavirus - Let's Look After Our Families As we navigate through this unchartered territory we wanted to bring a positive message to you and your loved ones. Over the last couple of...

UK Housing Market is Open for Business

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After weeks of being in Lockdown the UK housing market has been given a reboot - what does this mean for us? Since the start of the lockdown we have been working hard to keep things moving for our clients. The enquiries, searches and legal process could...

VE Day Celebrations- We Remember

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Today we celebrate Victory in Europe (VE) Day. 75 years ago today Britain and its Allies formally accepted Nazi Germany's unconditional surrender after almost six years of war and the generations that followed are eternally grateful for the VE...

I am the Victim of Domestic Abuse - What can I do?

Joanne Druce
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Stuck in an abusive relationship during lockdown? You are not alone. Although it may feel that now you are trapped more than ever, the options available to you are still the same despite coronavirus, and there are many ways to be able to help you...