Q and As

I acted for the seller in a conveyancing matter where the buyer was unrepresented. I have just received a letter of complaint from the buyer who wants my firm to pay him compensation for the delayed completion. What should I do?

I act for a buy-to-let landlord selling a UK residential property. What's the deadline for paying CGT on properties that do not qualify for relief as the seller’s principal private residence?

Is there a lower age limit when a child may give evidence in civil proceedings?

I specialise in privately and publicly funded criminal litigation. Some LAA cases are uneconomic and may undermine my firm’s financial viability. I’m on the duty rota scheme and don’t want to give up publicly funded litigation. Can I refuse some LAA cases?

My client wants to make a will. I have concerns about her mental capacity and she has agreed that I can consult her doctor. Is there a precedent letter available for this purpose?

I want to know how long I should retain my closed files in storage.

As a trainee solicitor, am I able to represent a client on appeal to the Upper Immigration Tribunal?

I recently set up a new conveyancing firm. Does the Financial Services Compensation Scheme (FSCS) offer any protection for sums deposited on behalf of clients which exceed £85,000?

I’m an in-house solicitor and I need to supply the other party with some copy documents. Can I certify these documents to be true copies of the originals?

My client is dissatisfied with their bill, which was assessed by the court. The client complained to the LeO. Can the LeO re-assess what my client owes me?