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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...
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 ...
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...
Are you an experienced PA or Paralegal in Wills & Probate? Want to be part of a friendly caring team? We Need YOU! F Barnes seeks an experienced PA /Paralegal with private client experience in the Wills & Probate department. We seek...
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...
Many people do not know that at present unless you are mentioned in your partner’s Will you will not benefit under the intestacy rules ( where your partner dies without leaving a Will). In a recent judgement where Siobhan McLaughlin,...
Solicitors should in our opinion always put the client first. Trusting your solicitor to deal with aspects that involve the most stressful times of your life is essential. We can imagine only too well the heartbreak caused in situations where families are...
We were delighted to sponsor the Romford Junior Open Recently Congratulations to all the winners! ...
Harriet joins the Family Department at F Barnes Harriet Whiteside We would officially like to welcome Harriet into the 'F Barnes Family'. Harriet is a Legal Executive and has recently joined us on a permanent basis after assisting...
F Barnes Solicitors 'Where Clients Come First' Aman Panwar can give you a free quotation and time estimate if you are looking to extend your Lease. These can be more complex and costly than you think, your property is likely to be one of your...
Experienced Legal Assistant / PA in Private Client & Property Wanted A multi office High Street, Lexcel accredited practice seeks an experienced Legal Assistant /Secretary with private client experience in the Wills...
F Barnes would like to give a 'Warm Welcome Back' to our Kaylee Justham Kaylee has just returned to F Barnes after maternity leave. Kaylee now has her hands full with two young children having had her youngest Isabella in November 2019. ...
Romford Golf Club 125 Years Essex Junior Open 2019 We were thrilled to be sponsoring this event which took place at Romford Golf Club on Thursday 1st August. A warm congratulations to not only the winners but all those that took part in the event. ...
The Ashes 2019 The Ashes starts at 11 am today at Edgbaston. Australia are the current holders but we hope that the England captain, Joe Root will lead our side to victory. England have not lost a home Ashes series since 2001 and have not lost at...
F Barnes are delighted to announce the latest sponsorship of Gidea Park & Romford Cricket Club The cricket club are members of the Shepherd Neame Essex League and are based at Gidea Park Sports Ground near Gallows Corner in the London...
Interested in the benefit of selling or buying a property at Auction? Martin Lawrence is our Auction property expert. Martin Lawrence of F Barnes advises clients on all types of auction propert sales and purchases. The next auction is held by Clive...
We would like to congratulate Kevin Rawlings, Partner at Steps Estate Agents for completing a charity Abseil on Saturday 29 th June 2019, in aid of the “LONDON FIRE BRIGADE APPEAL”. Kevin along with four others completed...
Change may be on the way..... There are more than 3 million cohabiting families in the UK. Why do you need a cohabitation agreement? Unfortunately, unlike married couples, cohabiting couples do not have the same legal rights in respect of...
Announcing Our Latest Member of The Team The F Barnes family extends a warm welcome to Sebastian Jakubowski who joined us this week. Sebastian has joined us as a Trainee Solicitor having previously worked for Tees Law in...
Congratulations to our Paul Olubiyi We are delighted to announce the arrival of little baby Angela Olubiyi. Angela was born on Friday 21st June and was welcomed into the world by her older brother, Victor who was so excited to finally meet her. ...
Our probate team are always out in the community. We had the pleasure of presenting a talk on all aspects relating to Inheritance and Capital Gains Tax at Romford Golf Club yesterday. As part of our talk we cover the importance of planning for the future in...
Martin Lawrence has over 30 years experience in selling and buying properties at Auction Interested in the benefit of selling or buying a property at Auction? We are auction specialists and can help anyone in relation to the sale of property at Auction....
We would like to invite you to our next FREE event which is an informative talk on Wills & Other Related Topics on Monday 24 th June 5.30-7.30pm Our probate team are always out in the community and are delighted to be able to offer you and...
Thank you to 'Jeremy West' of 'West & Coe Funerals' For Your Hospitality The Langtons Summer Concert was held on Sunday 2nd June. This is always a well attended event with the Westminster Philarmonic Orchestra performing throughout...
Why is Moving Home so Stressful? Everybody talks about the stresses and heartache that they go through when moving house. Moving home is deemed as one of the most stressful times in your life so how can you try to mitigate this so that you have a...
What things are highlighted during 'Dying Awareness Week'? Dying Awareness Week is traditionally held during May and is a week long campaign which gives us an unparalleled opportunity to place the importance of talking about dying, death...
