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What is Probate and why is it necessary in the UK?

When somebody dies in the UK, it is important for their estate to be dealt with properly and in line with the law. This process is known as Probate, but what exactly is it and what does it involve?

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The Equality Act: Is it Helping or Hurting Workplace Harmony

A new report by ‘Don’t Divide us’, titled “the Equality Act isn’t working: Equalities Legislation and the Breakdown of Informal Civility in the workplace”, paints a controversial picture; rather than fostering fairness, the Equality Act may be chipping away at the very civility it sets outs to protect.

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Redundancy and Fair Dismissal: The Importance of Exploring Alternative Employment

Redundancy can be a difficult but necessary decision for businesses. However, even in genuine redundancy situations, employers must follow fair procedures especially when it comes to helping affected employees find alternative roles...

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Employment Law Research Results: Most Common Employment Claims in 2024–2025

Our Employment Law team has undertaken a detailed review of enquiry data showing the most frequently raised issues by individuals across the UK and the trends shaping today’s workplace concerns...

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Feeling the heat?

Work too hot to handle? What is the law on working in the heat? Head of Employment Law, Kate Lea, explains...

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HS2 whistleblower wins £320k tribunal award – what this means for you

A recent employment tribunal has highlighted the risks whistleblowers face, and the responsibilities organisations have to protect them...

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Employment Statistics Quarterly: January to March 2025 – Cause for concern

Last week the government published Employment Tribunal statistics for the last quarter (January to March Q4 2024/25)...

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How Long Does Probate Take?

The question of how long Probate takes is not necessarily an easy one to answer. It can depend on various factors...

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Pride Month 2025: Employment Law, Inclusion, and the Workplace

As we celebrate Pride Month 2025, it's a time not only for visibility and celebration but also for reflection - especially in the workplace...

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What our clients say

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Rob Flannagan, Senior Associate Solicitor
Corporate & Commercial, Lawson West Solicitors, Leicester

"Lawson West Solicitors was super-responsive, friendly and professional from the initial contact and throughout the entire process.
I would use them again without question and wholeheartedly recommend this company."

Client TC, Leicester Office, for Rob Flannagan

 

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Sejal Patel, Senior Associate Solicitor
Employment Team, Lawson-West Solicitors, Leicester
Joao Madeira, Paralegal
Employment Team, Lawson-West Solicitors, Leicester

A Leicester employment client:

  • "I would just like to add my thanks to Sejal and Joao for their help and support throughout the matter, I’ve engaged with the law in a couple of ways over my professional career due to the nature of my work; however, this was my first time being a directly involved party with all the stresses and anxieties - you both were a great support and I can only express gratitude for taking the time to listen to my story and believing in me back in June."

  • Was there one thing that made our service special and stand out?

    "Thorough and well articulated explanations regarding the appeal process, ‘negotiation’, ACAS early conciliation, and the lead up to the tribunal itself."

 

A Leicester employment client, for Sejal Patel and Joao Madeira

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Imaan Abdu-Karim, Paralegal

"She is an absolutely marvellous young lady with so much patience, she has helped me do everything."

Mr A.W for Imaan Abdul-Karim

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Jude Owen, Head of Dispute Resolution

"I think you've provided so far for me a fantastic service. You've been very understanding, very professional and I'm very happy."

Mr A.W for Jude Owen

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Solicitor Matthew Harcourt-Poole

"I can't thank you enough you have been exceptional in what can only be described as a stressful process. Really appreciate your guidance on directing me out of this matter."

Ms M.M for Matthew Harcourt-Poole

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Senior Associate Solicitor Sejal Patel

"Sejal is professional, understanding, efficient, upfront and always communicates everything in a timely manner. She is also very knowledgeable within her professional field and provided full support to me at all times. Thank you to Sejal for the understanding, support and belief in my case throughout. It has been a very traumatic time for me over the past few years and I feel that without Sejal’s  support, I couldn’t have gone through this process to its conclusion. Thank you."

Mr V.K for Sejal Patel

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Director Rebecca Beswick & Solicitor Dylan Mann

"Having been in business for many years, I have dealt with many solicitors in various contexts. I have never, ever come across a firm as efficient, helpful and prompt as Lawson West. They turned a problem into a triumph for us. Special thanks to Dylan who was outstanding, and also Rebecca who facilitated the whole process. They will absolutely be my first port of call for any future commercial work and I would have no hesitation in recommending them."

Ms J for Rebecca Beswick & Dylan Mann

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Director Vaishali Thakerar & Paralegal Karinna Foster

"I felt very anxious at times with the pressure that my former employers were exerting on me. But Karinna was very reassuring and Vaishali was recommended to me, thank goodness! I honestly felt supported from start to finish. It's been over 2 years since this started but I can't thank you enough for all your help. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend the services of Lawson-West in any capacity."

Ms L.N for Vaishali Thakerar & Karinna Foster

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Nathan Mee, Solicitor, Commercial Law

5-star Trust Pilot review:

"I would highly recommend the team at Lawson West, especially Nathan Mee. Throughout the process Nathan was prompt, professional, friendly and always took the time to talk everything through with me."

Ms K.H for Nathan Mee

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A 5-star Trust Pilot review for Dylan Mann, Lawson West Commercial and Commercial Property Solicitor:

"The team at Lawson West Solicitors have always been extremely professional and in particular we have had the pleasure of working with Dylan Mann on this occasion, who has been extremely helpful in providing support and guidance at every stage. It has been reassuring to have such an efficient solicitor working on our case, which gave us peace of mind knowing that things will run smoothly and be completed on time."

Mr S for Dylan Mann