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We decide specialist business and other civil international dispute resolution and business cases in England and Wales, whether domestic or international. We cover disputes that are dealt with by: The Commercial Court (e.g. shipping, sale of goods, insurance and reinsurance...
How the Ministry of Defence estate is adapting to climate change, including nature conservation on the estate.
Provides guidance on making effective use of land, including planning for higher density development.
We handle cases relating to intellectual property disputes, including: registered designs patents registered trade marks copyrights other intellectual property rights If the amount sought (damages) is under £500,000 then the case can also be heard by the Patents Court or...
What happens when you opt to tax (charge VAT on) land and buildings, when you need permission and when to notify HMRC about your decision.
Advice for British people buying property in Turkey, including information on legal advice, fraud, residence requirements and more.
Resources supporting the Government Functional Standard for Property (GovS 004).
Guidance from the British Embassy on buying, renting or letting property in the United Arab Emirates.
Find out how to work out the value of your property and get information about pre-return banding checks.
This section provides details on aspects of the HS2 project related to property, such as relevant consultations and the need to sell scheme.
Find out when transactions involving land and buildings are exempt from VAT.
What to do when you arrive in the UK if you have a visa, don't have a visa or have a biometric residence permit.
Use our Searchlight service to alert you to changes in ownership or extent information.
Intellectual property can be bought, sold or licensed.
Find out how to ask for authorisation, manage your client's account and how to send returns as an agent.
The acquisition drives forward plans to regenerate the area and bring a challenging brownfield site back to life.
Guidance primarily for local responders covering some infrastructure issues that may arise during the Recovery Phase of a UK emergency.
Includes buying and selling your home, home ownership schemes, mortgages and compensation
Guidance on the planning for mineral extraction in plan making and the application process.
Get house price reports for specific areas within England and Wales.
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