Starting a business is one of the most exhilarating and challenging endeavours you can undertake. Whether you are inspired by a groundbreaking idea, driven by the desire to be your own boss, or looking to make a positive impact on the world, the path to [...]
In 2023 we announced that three of our young and talented professionals were the first at Backhouse Solicitors to enrol onto the Level 7 Solicitor Apprenticeship with BPP. We are thrilled to be offering this opportunity to two more members of the team who aspire [...]
As we approach the middle of winter and the unpredictable weather that it brings, there will inevitably be days when the roads and transport networks struggle to cope with the weather conditions. When that happens, some employees will find themselves unable to get to work and [...]
At Backhouse Solicitors we have been giving great legal advice to individuals and businesses in Chelmsford and around Essex for many years. Celebrating our 20th birthday in January 2025, we take a look at how it all began. A long, long time ago in a [...]
Going through the divorce process can be emotionally charged and stressful, particularly when dividing assets. There are key factors that influence asset division that you should be aware of when going through the process, such as marital versus separate property and how things like retirement [...]
East London is where I grew up and from 2003, I worked as a legal secretary for a legal 500 firm in their conveyancing department on commercial, new build and residential matters for 8 years as well as attending night school for 2 years doing [...]
I grew up in London and studied law at Queen Mary University where I graduated in 2015. I gained experience as a paralegal between 2017 and 2022 in various areas of law working for firms and in-house. I obtained a training contract and particularly enjoyed [...]
Welcome to part two of our annual Employer’s Guide to Christmas where we discuss how to deal with any disciplinary issues, leave requests and sickness absence following the Christmas party. If you are still yet to have your Christmas do and are concerned about setting [...]
“Tis the season”…. that employers can face all sorts of HR challenges, and our two-part guide is aimed to help you avoid any HR headaches! In part one, we help you to set some ground rules and communicate expectations to staff in relation to the office Christmas [...]
With Christmas around the corner and plans for the festive season underway, trying to organise arrangements for the children can be a difficult task for some separated parents. This is often made more stressful if parents cannot effectively communicate and come to an agreement. To [...]
