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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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
Covid 19 - No Disruption To Our Service Please note that whilst our offices are closed to clients in accordance with government guidelines we can still assist you with all your legal services from the comfort of your own home. F Barnes can alleviate any...
A day in the life of Tracey Levins of #TeamFBarnes Day 4 On day 4 of our meet the team working from home we take a visit to Tracey Levins who is your highly experienced 'always in demand' property expert. Tracey usually works at our...
A day in the life of Sangeet Tatem of #TeamFBarnes Sangeet Tatem working hard at Collier Row Day 3: As most of us start to get used to working from home to stay safe, some of us in the F Barnes family are 'Key Workers'...
What are the 'Stay at Home Rules' for Separated Families? We have had lots of enquires from worried parents who are separated, about how to manage contact between both parents during this unprecedented time. Some parents have expressed...
A day in the life of Martin Lawrence of #TeamFBarnes My assistants, Misty and Myrtle Last week was an unsettling week for many in the work place. Like many we had already laid the foundations for our staff to work from home and stay safe. We are now...
After a loved one dies it is hoped that their affairs can be dealt with smoothly, however, this is not always the case and sometimes the situation is not as straight forward as one had hoped. Problems may arise if there is no Will or indeed if there is a...
Coronavirus - Let's Look After Our Families We are heading towards unchartered territory in the coming weeks and are all aware of the impact this may have on our lives. Whilst we are surrounded by the doom and gloom in the news we wanted to...
Are you an experienced PA/ Legal Assistant in Wills & Probate? Want to be part of a friendly caring team? We Need YOU! The successful candidate must be experienced specifically, in the area of Wills, Probate and...
Queens Theatre Quiz a huge Success Well done to Tom Lowe for organising such a great night last Thursday at the Queens Theatre. Local businesses turned out in support to raise money for the theatre which is a wonderful part of our...
Announcing our latest team member - Reema Battu We were delighted when Reema agreed to join us in January this year as she is an absolute breath of fresh air! Reema joins the ever busy property department having over 5 years experience co-running...
Would you like a new career in the New Year? Want to be a valued member of a friendly team? We are seeking an experienced Paralegal assistant with private client experience in the Wills & Probate department. We would like ...
Want to have a new challenge in 2020? 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 been working as a litigation paralegal for at...
Experienced Private Client & Conveyancing Float Legal Secretary Required We require an experienced secretary to join us as a float assisting legal advisors predominately in the private client and property departments however, experience in family...
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...
Financial pressures and family tensions over the Christmas period are blamed for the surge in divorce enquiries. When is Divorce Day? Divorce day is the first working Monday in January, this year it falls on Monday 7 th January. It is the day of the...
Christmas Jumper Day 2019 at Team F Barnes On Friday 13th December we supported St Francis Hospice with their Christmas Jumper Day at work. We are a little light on staff members on a Friday but everyone made a donation and we are...
Christmas - A time we spend with our loved ones Christmas! “It’s the most wonderful time of the year” we sing! What comes to mind for you? Presents, roast turkey, crackers, parties, mulled wine, the school...
Full Time Property Legal Assistant / Paralegal Required A multi office High Street, Lexcel accredited practice seeks an experienced residential property legal assistant/paralegal. We seek someone who is naturally enthusiastic, committed...
Full Time Property Legal Assistant / Paralegal Required A multi office High Street, Lexcel accredited practice seeks an experienced residential property legal assistant/paralegal. We seek someone who is naturally enthusiastic, committed and keen to...
F Barnes wish all the members and their families of 'Havering Indoor Bowls Club' a Merry Christmas and a Happy 2020! Thank you to everyone at the H.I.B.C in Hornchurch for inviting us along to your Christmas event yesterday. As with...
F Barnes attend Havering Indoor Bowls Club Team F Barnes were delighted to go along to the Havering Indoor Bowls Club on 21st November to support the Macmillan coffee morning. As proud sponsors it is always lovely to see old members and meet new...
F Barnes welcomed Sue Anderson of Havering Dementia Action Alliance to their Gidea Park office We were delighted to be given the chance to receive in-house Dementia training so we could better understand what living with Dementia is like. All...
Some of the F Barnes team at St Francis Hospice 007 Ball at Hylands House We were delighted to attend the St Francis annual black tie ball on Saturday. This year it was a 007 themed evening held at Hylands House which was a change of venue from...
The plethora of issues linked to mental capacity as it affects making a will, leaving legacies in wills to certain beneficiary, getting married, setting out Lasting Power of Attorney etc. is a minefield. Due care and attention...
Thank you Romford Bowls Club for such a fantastic night on Friday at the Race Night. Team F Barnes had a great time, so nice to see so many familiar faces. Congratulations to Sarah who won our free Will on the night. The night raised even more money for...
Today at the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month we pay respects to the brave men and women of the armed forces who gave their lives in the line of duty. F Barnes join the world in remembering those who leave never to return and those...
What an afternoon celebrating with Romford Bowls Club Members - Thankyou! F Barnes were thrilled to attend the Romford Bowls Club presentation awards for the fourth year running at the weekend. Katrina and Joanne was made to feel so welcome by all...
Co-habiting couples - the need to challenge a Will When someone decides to enter into a personal litigation such as disputing a will it can have a dramatic affect on their mental health. Disputing a will involves challenging a family member and...
F Barnes at the Havering Business Showcase 2019 Once again we were delighted to attend the Queens theatre on Monday evening for the 2019 Havering Business Showcase organised by Havering Chamber of Commerce. Many local businesses were present...
Sangeet Tatem explains how you can appoint someone you trust to manage your affairs when you are unable to deal with this on your own Sangeet and team attended St Francis Hospice last week to explain to staff and volunteers many aspects...
On the 14th October the Parliamentary Bill introducing the proposed 'no-fault' Divorce was re-introduced in the Queens speech The Queen’s speech, which outlines the plans for the parliamentary year, has brought ‘no fault’...
Are you fed up trying to reach 'Impossible Daily Billing Targets? Want to benefit from a Flexi-Time Contract with Individual Profit Related Pay Bonus Schemes? Are you looking to develop your career path and business development...
Online Applications for Lasting Powers of Attorney are put under Scrutiny by The Office of The Public Guardian An article in the Law Gazette stated that court action against people acting with power of attorney on behalf of vulnerable people jumped...
Our Latest Winner of the F Barnes Free Will Raffle Prize was from Gidea Park & Romford Cricket Club Congratulations to Ashley who won the raffle prize during the Family Fun Day at Gidea Park & Romford Cricket club in the summer....
Sangeet Tatem attends Awards Evening at Havering Indoor Bowls Club It was so lovely to be invited to attend the Havering Indoor Bowls Club for the second year running. We were delighted to sponsor the club and always enjoy...
As supporters of The Coopers' Company & Coborn School we are delighted to announce the details of this years 'Fireworks Display'. It is even bigger and better than last year! Tickets can be purchased by calling 01708 250500 ...
Team F Barnes & Company From left to right, Stephanie Davison, Joanne Druce, Councillor Dilip Patel, Andrew Rosindell MP, Sangeet Tatem, Emma Chinnery, Councillor Nisha Patel We couldn't be happier when we were asked to support the Havering Half...
Good Luck to all the Participants in the Havering Half Marathon We are proud to be sponsoring the Havering Half Marathon in aid of Havering Mind this Sunday. We are keeping all our fingers crossed for the weather to be kind. We would love for...
Team F Barnes from left to right, Tiina, Kaylee, Ingrid, Sebastian, Martin & Laura Hanford (absent from picture) We were delighted to enter a local quiz organised by our business partner and friend Cervello Financial services . Cassie...
Our Polish legal advisor 'Sebastian Jakubowski' provides legal advice and representation to the Polish community. Having been raised locally Sebastian and his family have always been active members in the Polish community and he enjoys offering...
The Minimum Inheritance Tax Threshold Is currently £425,000 - What Can I do? There are ways to reduce/mitigate the impact of inheritance tax on the wealthiest. You have worked all your life and your children face a 40% inheritance...
Sangeet, Paul and Joanne visit Romford Bowls Club to explain the complex rules on Inheritance Tax with Top Tips for Tax Planning The team were out in the community once again delivering a free seminar on estate planning and the importance of having a...
Interested in the benefit of selling or buying a property at Auction? Martin Lawrence is at Harman Healy Auction on Thursday 26th September. Martin Lawrence of F Barnes will be at the Harman Healy Auction on Thursday 26th September at...
