Financial Disputes During A Divorce
Whilst divorce rates in England and Wales have stabilised in recent years, family law practitioners are seeing a noticeable rise in disputes relating to financial settlements. For many separating couples, the emotional impact of divorce is expected. What often comes as a surprise, however, is how complex the financial side can become, particularly where there […]
Making Tax Digital for Income Tax: What Landlords and Sole Traders Need to Know Before April 2026
If you are a landlord or sole trader, you may have heard that Making Tax Digital (MTD) is changing how tax is reported to HM Revenue & Customs.For many people, this will be the biggest change to self-assessment in a generation – and it is coming sooner than you think. From April 2026, MTD for […]
A New Chapter for Marlborough Law
https://www.youtube.com/shorts/jcx606v5oJs Marlborough Law is delighted to announce that we have officially moved to a new office location. After several successful years on the Hungerford High Street, our firm has reached a point of growth that required a more spacious and versatile environment. We have now relocated to luxurious new premises on Charnham Lane, marking an […]
Why January Sees More Divorce Enquiries and How We Help
The festive period brings families together. For some couples, this closeness reveals fundamental problems in their relationship. January sees a significant rise in divorce enquiries across the UK. Family lawyers report their busiest period starts in the first week of January. Research from co-operative Legal Services found enquiries increase by 25% in the first working […]
Christmas Party Season Handle With Care
On this week’s 4Legs Radio Show, our Founder Karen Salmon shared some brilliant and very relatable reminders about keeping Christmas celebrations fun, inclusive, and professional. Here’s what she covered: 1. Work still starts at 9am No matter how lively the night before gets, everyone is expected to be bright, polite and on time the next […]
What the 2025 Budget Means for Families Moving Home
Chancellor Rachel Reeves’ first budget, delivered on 26 November 2025, contains wide‑ranging tax and welfare measures. There was a lot of speculation in the run‑up to the announcement about sweeping changes to stamp duty and inheritance tax. In reality the budget is more measured, but it still contains reforms that will affect how families in West Berkshire buy, […]
Understanding the Rise in Non-Molestation Orders
Over recent months, there has been a noticeable increase in applications for non-molestation orders, which are legal measures designed to protect individuals from harassment, intimidation or threats of violence, often during the breakdown of a family relationship. In a recent video, Daniel Foster Davis from Marlborough Law discusses why we are seeing this rise and what […]
Identity Verification Deadlines for Company Directors and Business Owners – What You Need to Know
From November 2025, Companies House will begin rolling out mandatory identity verification for all company directors and persons with significant control (PSCs). This new requirement forms part of the government’s ongoing reforms to improve transparency and strengthen the UK’s corporate register. If you are a company director, shareholder with significant control, or planning to set […]
Could You Pay Stamp Duty in Instalments? Government Proposals in Focus
Stamp Duty Land Tax (SDLT) is one of the largest upfront costs faced by homebuyers in England and Northern Ireland. Alongside deposits, legal fees, and moving expenses, the tax is often seen as a major barrier to getting on or moving up the property ladder. But could that be about to change? The government is […]
3 Hidden Costs to Factor in When Budgeting for Stamp Duty
When buying a property, most people focus on the headline price and the Stamp Duty Land Tax (SDLT) due. But Stamp Duty isn’t the only upfront cost to plan for. Overlooking the extras can put pressure on your finances at completion. Here are three often-forgotten costs to factor in alongside Stamp Duty: Hidden Cost Why […]