It is said that where the USA leads, the UK and the rest of the world soon follows. This is certainly true when it comes to culture and the arts, as well as social habits and leisure, and can be put down to the worldwide dominance of American companies. We think nothing of switching on…
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February 5, 2021
January 20, 2021
It’s party time (when COVID restrictions allow) at St Albans solicitors Bretherton Law, as Director Sandra Bradley celebrates 35 years with the firm at the end of January. Sandra qualified as a solicitor in October, 1982, and joined Bretherton & Co, as they were then known, four years later. She became a partner in 1989,…
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January 20, 2021
The random nature of the Covid-19 virus has caused many of us to reflect on our own mortality during recent months. The long weeks of lockdowns have persuaded thousands of people to reassess their lives, and allowed them the time to focus on their financial circumstances. They have made new plans for their retirement, and…
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January 20, 2021
Research shows that over half of UK adults currently have no Will. This may be understandable if they are young and in good health, but figures show that even in the over-55 age group approximately 37% of people have still not drawn up a Will. When someone dies without leaving a will the UK intestacy…
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January 11, 2021
Much attention during the covid-19 lockdown has been focussed on the increase in domestic violence cases when family members are forced to live close together for long periods of time. Organisations such as Women’s Aid and the National Domestic Violence Helpline, as well as numerous police forces around the country, have reported surges in the…
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January 11, 2021
With the whole of England under the latest national lockdown from 5th January, the Government has issued new guidance on property sales and viewings. The message is that in general terms the property sector should carry on as before, when movement and contact was less restricted. However, the current guidelines stress that all meetings and…
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December 7, 2020
There are two ways to own a home in England and Wales, freehold or leasehold. A freehold means you own the building and the land it stands on. A leasehold means you are granted a lease from the freeholder. There are a number of things you need to consider when buying a leasehold and getting…
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November 25, 2020
At each New Year many of us take stock and think about how we can improve our lives. Work colleagues, friends, and family will make a New Year resolution to stop smoking, eat more healthily, or join a gym. But for anyone caught up in a difficult relationship, separation from their partner can be high…
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November 24, 2020
Roy Wood and his band mates in Wizzard may have wished it could be Christmas every day, but for most of us once a year is enough. Christmas Day itself only lasts for 24 hours, but these days the Christmas period seems to get longer every year, allowing ever more time for present shopping, as…
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November 23, 2020
The Bank of Mum and Dad (BoMaD) has now become an essential source of funds for many people when buying a home. In fact, over the last 12 months so many people have taken advantage of family members for property loans that collectively, the Bank of Mum and Dad now accounts for £6.3 billion worth…
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We recently used Bretherton Law for a sale and purchase. We were really pleased with the service received. The team were responsive and professional at all times. They took the time to answer any queries we had in detail to ensure we fully understood everything. Most importantly, there was a sense or urgency throughout the whole process. We would highly recommend Bretherton Law.
Adam
Huge thanks to Lucy Madley and her team. They were friendly, helpful and proactive, keeping us informed at every turn and we have now bought our first house. I would recommend happily to friends and family.
Jack du Pille
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My name is Ruth Palmer Cooper. I am posting this review to publicly confirm that this solicitors is simply the best in St Albans. I have had the pleasure of dealing with Mr Osman Dervish and his team for the past 18 months. Throughout the entire process , Mr Dervish has been outstanding. He is a remarkable solicitor who answered various queries and handled all of the ups and downs with great professionalism and clarity. He supported me through so many very tricky moments and explained everything to me in a way that I could understand. He is polite and courteous.I would recommend him highly and the company are very lucky to have such a brilliant solcitor working within their establishment. Many thanks for making this whole episode so much more bearable.
william palmer cooper
We recently completed on the sale of a flat and the purchase of a house, with Osman Dervish acting for us. Osman was responsive, professional and commercial to ensure the transaction was done as efficiently as possible. He faced an inexperienced and extremely rude solicitor who acted for our purchaser but always maintained a cool and professional manner notwithstanding how infuriating she was! This really helped to ensure we worked our way through the issues she created. Brethertons were also good value. Highly recommended.
Sarah Wright
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I have done three conveyancing transactions and handled a Probate via Bretherton Law in the last 6-8 months. Bretherton Law is probably not the cheapest option in either case, but you do get the service and attention you pay for. Both Anne Stockley (Probate) and Isobel Doherty (Conveyancing) were outstanding and I wouldn't hesitate to recommend.
Joe Hames
Sandra Bradley and her team were extremely knowledgeable and efficient. Her care, consideration and professionalism were outstanding. I felt totally supported & extremely well represented throughout a very complex & complicated case for nine months. Words cannot express my gratitude for the result she achieved. Highly recommend to everyone.
Jen Bullock
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I know this law firm cover many different areas which I would use if I ever needed them. I can never thank Sandra Bradley enough for her professionalism and hours of work over the past 6 months in what was a complex family case. Her support was incredible she was always honest and never gave false hope. I have every confidence in recommending this law firm and will go back to them if I ever need further help or advice. Thank you once again. Dawn
Dawn Brett
We are so pleased to have worked again with Osman Dervish at Bretherton Law.
Osman always goes out of his way to support us when buying or selling and is such an incredibly nice gentleman to converse with.
Thanks for all your support Osman. D Grant
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Sandra Bradley and team, assisted my partner and I through a very difficult time. They guided us through a very complex arena that was completely foreign to us with professional dedication and compassion throughout. I still have them on speed dial and would use Bretherton Law for all my legal needs in the future and have recommended to many family and friends already, who have also had a highly positive experience.
Richard Saunders
Serving Communities
We have been advising our local communities in the Northern Home Counties and London for over fifty years but now, from our base in St Albans, we also serve clients across England and Wales