Bank holidays
Tuesday, 06 June 2017
by jtj-user
When the General Election was called the Labour Party announced a 20-point manifesto plan to end the ‘rigged economy’ in the workplace which includes plans to introduce four new UK-wide bank holidays to celebrate the Patron Saints days of each Nation – St Patrick’s Day (17th March), St George’s Day (23rd April), St Andrew’s Day
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Brexit – PM triggers Art 50
Tuesday, 04 April 2017
by jtj-user
The Prime Minister Theresa May has now triggered Art 50 of the Lisbon Treaty, setting in motion the UK’s formal exit from the EU. The triggering of Article 50 assures that at the end of the two-year period the UK will no longer be subject to the EU treaties. However, uncertainty for the estimated 3
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Enduring Powers of Attorney (EPA)
Wednesday, 22 March 2017
by jtj-user
Have you ever thought what would happen if you were involved in a serious accident, became seriously ill or became unable to manage your day to day financial affairs? We all assume that we will be physically and mentally capable of managing our affairs for the rest of our lives. We don’t like to think
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A Solicitors 10 Step Guide to Buying and Selling your Home
Friday, 03 March 2017
by jtj-user
If you are considering buying or selling your home this guide provides information on matters to consider whilst hopefully at the same time reducing the stress involved. 1. Contact your Solicitor Your first call when selling your home should always be to your Solicitor. Quite often solicitors are not instructed until a buyer has been
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The benefits and advantages of making a will
Sunday, 11 December 2016
by jtj-user
The following is a short summary of the benefits and advantages of making a Will. It is important to ensure that those you wish to benefit on your death actually do benefit by making a Will. By executing a Will you provide certainty as to your intentions and wishes and you also reduce the anxiety
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RTA’s in winter
Sunday, 11 December 2016
by jtj-user
Gerard Ward, Solicitor explains what steps you should take if you are involved in a Road Traffic Accident over the winter season. During winter the number of road traffic accidents on our roads rises significantly, as the days become shorter and the weather deteriorates. Winter conditions provide drivers with extra challenges due to more difficult
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The importance of making a will
Saturday, 03 December 2016
by jtj-user
The overwhelming majority of adults in Northern Ireland do not have a will and are not aware of the importance of making a will according to a recent Will Aid survey. Tragically they may not have one at the time of their death. Whilst most people are aware that they should have a will, it
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Statement following Inquest into death of Edel Houston
Friday, 21 August 2015
by jtj-user
27 October 2016 Gerard Ward of James T Johnston & Co Solicitors has issued the following statement on behalf of Anthony and Rhonda Houston following the inquest into the death of their daughter, Edel Houston at Antrim Area Hospital on 2nd June 2015. My clients Anthony and Rhonda Houston, would like to thank the Coroner
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Therese Johnston has undertaken Mediation training via Queens University and holds a Certificate in Dispute Resolution and Mediation. Areas of interest include Civil and Commercial, Employment, Probate and Family. Profile details are available at Law Society Dispute Resolution Service at mediatorsni.com Mediation is a dynamic and structured process where a neutral third party assists disputing
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Make a Will with Will Aid this November
Friday, 07 August 2015
by jtj-user
James T. Johnston & Co are pleased to announce that we will be taking part in Will Aid this November. We will waive our fee for drawing up a basic Will and instead invite our clients to donate to the Will Aid group of charities. The suggested minimum donation £95 for a single basic Will
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