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Why divorce doesn’t necessarily mean the end of your financial ties

June 30, 2025

Many people don’t realise that divorce itself doesn’t end financial ties. Without a consent order, your ex could come back years later and make...

Do you need a survey when buying a home?

June 17, 2025

First of all, what is a property survey? A property survey (in the UK) is an inspection carried out by a qualified surveyor to...

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Free Legal Consultations in Hadleigh – Speak to a Solicitor for Free

May 28, 2025

Whether you’re dealing with family matters, Wills and probate, employment issues or something else entirely, at Bates Wells & Braithwaite we’re happy to help

Divorce and separation

What is a consent order in divorce?

May 20, 2025

What is a consent order in divorce? If you’re going through a divorce, it’s natural to have questions about what happens next, especially when...

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Alarming Rise in Cancer Misdiagnosis Claims

May 10, 2025

Chris Mason (Bates Wells and Braithwaite Solicitors, Ipswich, Suffolk) on Rising Misdiagnosis Claims Are early warning signs being missed? Clinical negligence lawyer Chris Mason...

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First day of spring – time for a fresh start in moving home

March 19, 2025

As today marks the first day of spring, many of us may be thinking about making a fresh start - perhaps with a move...

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Parental Alienation is costing families more than they may realise in separation

March 12, 2025

Parental alienation is receiving more attention than ever before, with increasing recognition from courts and legal professionals. We at Bates Wells & Braithwaite Solicitors...

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Celebrating International Women’s Day at Bates Wells & Braithwaite

March 8, 2025

This International Women’s Day, we’re proud to celebrate the incredible women of Bates Wells & Braithwaite Solicitors. With two-thirds of our team now female,...

Update your Will Week

Update Your Will Week – The importance of keeping your will up-to-date

March 4, 2025

Update Your Will Week is a timely reminder for us all. Life changes, and so should your Will. At Bates Wells and Braithwaite, your...

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