A merger between two Yorkshire Dales law firms will create “the best conditions for growth”, according to those behind the move. From April 1, Scotts Wright and Hall & Birtles will become Scotts, Hall & Birtles with offices in Hawes, Leyburn and Richmond. No jobs are under risk from the move, which company bosses said … Read more
A sharp rise in inheritance tax (IHT) receipts is a stark reminder that people need to plan ahead to help reduce future bills, according to Steve Scott at Scotts Wright Solicitors. Latest figures from HMRC show that inheritance tax receipts have risen by 7.2% since last year. By taking advantage of available tax reliefs and … Read more
Young footballers at a Richmondshire primary school will start next season in a new kit thanks to a local law firm. Girls and boys at Leyburn Primary School have been handed fresh strips after Scotts Wright Solicitors came forward as a sponsor. The gesture has gone down well with the children, with one saying: “Putting … Read more
Common wisdom holds that the time to repair the roof is when the sun is shining. In good times, death and disruption are naturally at the back of our minds. But it is exactly at these moments when we should be spending some time thinking about how we can bring certainty in the tough times … Read more
It is the start of Update Your Will Week 2023 which is an awareness campaign hosted by Solicitors for the Elderly (SFE) to highlight the importance of having an up to date will. The common misconception around wills is that you only need to create one or make changes when you are older or have … Read more
The Catterick Garrison office of Scotts Wright will close in late summer, moving all staff to the newly refurbished Leyburn head office. Scotts Wright has operated in Leyburn for many years, with a legacy tracing its roots back as far as 1831. Steve Scott, MD, solicitor and driving force said, ‘It has long been the strategic aim … Read more
All marriages are different. Some couples choose to have completely joint finances with a house in both of their names, savings held equally and joint bank accounts. Other couples decide to keep their finances completely separate and the house they live in may be in one person’s name only. In the eyes of the law … Read more
Our Catterick office is on the move but we are still open for business. While we get our new premises sorted we will be working with our colleagues from the Leyburn office. Keep an eye out for latest news on our website for updates. If you have any questions please don’t hesitate to contact us … Read more
The Divorce, Dissolution and Separation Act 2020 (DDSA) came into force on 6th April this year. It represents the biggest reform of divorce laws in half a century and aims to reduce the impact that conflict and allegations can have on couples seeking to end their marriage or civil partnership especially where children may be … Read more