With you every step of the way

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1 With you every step of the way

2 Legal services with a pedigree At Harrison Clark we understand that you need practical, easy-to-understand advice from a solicitor that you can trust. After all, the decisions you make on legal matters can have a lasting impact on the rest of your life. Our expert team can help with legal issues relating to: 4 Access to Education 4 Bereavement 4 Boundary Disputes 4 Business law advice 4 Buying or selling your home 4 Children 4 Co-habitation and pre-nuptial agreements 4 Divorce and relationship issues 4 Domestic violence 4 Insolvency and recoveries 4 Injury compensation claims, including clinical negligence 4 Legal disputes 4 Mediation and collaboration 4 Powers of Attorney and elderly care planning 4 Rental agreements and landlord advice 4 Tax planning 4 Wills and trusts... and more. We also offer legal support and guidance on all areas of business law. Harrison Clark offers clients a Rolls-Royce service and delivers good value. Legal 500 Harrison Clark Solicitors Services for You 3.

3 We re on your side Planning for the future We aim to make the legal process as straight forward as possible for you: 4 We invest in our staff and systems to provide you with the best legal support. Don t just take our word for it though - our Lexcel accreditation acknowledges that we are dedicated to delivering excellent client care and high-quality service. 4 Our affordable fees are extremely competitive and our expert legal advice makes things as simple, fast and cost-effective as possible. 4 We have experts with the breadth and depth of expertise to help, whatever your legal issue, whether you need a will or you re moving home. 4 You ll be given a single point of contact so you always explain things to you in jargon-free language, keeping you informed every step of the way. 4 Keep in touch however suits you best phone, , or in person. We re more than happy to make home visits too. 4 Our offices are centrally located for your convenience and we open our doors early and close late. 4 We also offer appointments at times to suit you, whether during office hours, after work or on Saturday mornings. 4 You matter to us and we re committed to finding the right solutions for you, whether that s negotiation or legal action. Wills, trusts and probate Of course no one wants to think too much about death but proper planning for the future makes financial sense and simplifies things for loved ones later on. Whether you need a straightforward will or have more complex needs, our experienced and friendly team will explain the issues and ensure you have the right will for your needs and those of your family. Caring for you as you get older As the population is living longer, so the likelihood of experiencing dementia in our later years increases. It is estimated that 1 in 8 people over the age of 65 will experience some form of dementia and for those over the age of 85, suggestions are this rises as high as 50%. Our team can also advise on paying for care - we can help with financial planning for care fees and will ensure that financial assessments are applied properly so you don t pay more than you should. We can help with: 4 Will drafting 4 Estate administration 4 Powers of Attorney (including Lasting Powers of Attorney) 4 Creation and administration of trusts 4 Inheritance tax planning 4 Advice on care home fees planning and benefit entitlements know how to get in touch and an expert solicitor will Planning ahead, for your future as well as that of elderly relatives, makes financial sense. We have extensive experience in the making and registering of Lasting Powers of Attorney to ensure that people you trust are appointed Thank you for seeing us. The meeting was entirely what we were hoping for... a clear and intelligible explanation of the best way of making arrangements for the future. to make decisions on your behalf, should there come a time when this is necessary. 4. Harrison Clark Solicitors Services for You Harrison Clark Solicitors Services for You 5.

4 Professional support and advice Injury compensation claims If you or a family member has suffered serious injuries you may find that your life has been completely transformed. You may be unable to work and be left with financial worries, relying on family and friends for assistance. Our specialist personal injury lawyers can assist you not only with claiming compensation for the injury but also with accessing rehabilitation and medical care as well as compensation for future expenses. All our injury compensation work is undertaken on a No win, No fee basis, and we will provide you with a professional assessment of the likely success of your claim at the outset. We understand that making a claim can be extremely stressful and upsetting, and that s why we will guide you through the process and support you at every stage, ensuring that you are kept fully informed on the progress of your claim. Clinical negligence Whilst the majority of us receive a very good standard of medical care, things occasionally do go wrong. Our compassionate specialist clinical negligence lawyers will handle your case with sensitivity and care, whilst at the same time aiming towards the best result for you, including the highest financial settlement possible. We are able to assist you on a No Win, No Fee basis and we will guide you through the claim process and support you at every stage, ensuring that you are kept fully informed on the progress of your claim. Inez Brown is commended for her client care, she treats everyone with respect and dignity at all times and is rated highly for her legal work. I would definitely recommend her services to anyone looking for a clinical negligence lawyer. 6. Harrison Clark Solicitors Services for You Harrison Clark Solicitors Services for You 7.

5 Cost effective legal advice......is our bricks and mortar Debt recovery We understand that taking steps to recover a debt can be a daunting prospect and we will guide you through the legalities. The debt may be related to matters such as unpaid bills, faulty goods, breach of contract, failure to supply agreed services or poor/incomplete workmanship. We ll help you ascertain whether a debt is worth pursuing in terms of costs and the likely outcome and, should it be the right option for you, we ll take swift action to recover the money as quickly as possible. We can help with: 4 Letters before action 4 Issue of County Court Claims 4 Enforcement of judgements 4 Issue of statutory demands Legal disputes If you have a legal dispute, we ll help you resolve things quickly and cost-effectively. Where possible, we ll settle things through negotiation and mediation but we will also represent you in court where necessary. We ll always pursue the best outcome for you and will talk you through the implications of all the legal options. We can help with issues such as: 4 Property disputes 4 Contesting a will 4 Contractual disputes 4 Employment issues 4 Consumer matters 4 Professional negligence 4 Conflicts with neighbours 4 Boundary disputes Buying or selling your home Whether you re looking to buy, sell or rent property, there are a host of legal issues to consider. Our expert solicitors will guide you through the legalities relating to residential property, ensuring that you understand your position clearly and can complete the process as swiftly as possible. We can help with issues such as: 4 Purchases 4 Sales 4 Remortgages 4 Transfers of equity 4 Renting 4 Landlord/tenant disputes Landlord advice Legislation affecting landlords and tenants can be complex and when legal issues arise, swift action is necessary to prevent problems escalating. Our expert property solicitors advise landlords of properties of all sizes and types. Whether you re an established landlord with an existing portfolio of properties or you re thinking of letting or buying to let for the first time, we can offer advice and support on all the associated legal matters. We can help with: 4 Renting a property for the first time 4 Buying to let 4 Rent arrears 4 Difficult tenants and anti-social behaviour 4 Drafting tenancy agreements and serving notice 4 Disputes about housing conditions and maintenance 4 Tenancy deposit disputes 4 Squatters 8. Harrison Clark Solicitors Services for You Harrison Clark Solicitors Services for You 9.

6 In a spot of bother? Our expertise is undisputed Planning issues Planning and environmental laws are key concerns for both businesses and individuals, and Harrison Clark has the necessary expertise to advise you, whether you are a developer, local authority, architect, land agent, contractor, farmer or a private individual with planning or environmental concerns. Excellent friendly, simple, straightforward advice. Would recommend to all my friends and family. In fact, a friend has already used Harrison Clark since my recommendation! We can advise on such issues as: 4 Site assembly, development plan proposals, and planning applications 4 Planning appeals, inquiries, and judicial review proceedings 4 Compulsory purchase 4 Enforcement notices and contravention notices 4 Environmental liabilities on property or corporate acquisitions 4 Prosecutions arising from environmental or planning issues Building disputes No one enjoys the time and expense of a building dispute, but our property litigation team can help you resolve issues as quickly as possible, to help reduce the emotional heartache a building dispute can cause. From small property portfolios to those with a national or international reach, or for your own home, our property litigation experts have the knowledge and experience to help resolve your issue, quickly and cost-effectively. We work for a broad range of clients, including individuals, private developers, charities, investors, property managers and retailers. Our objective is to provide early, realistic advice on settlement, be it through litigation or an alternative form of dispute resolution, such as mediation. 10. Harrison Clark Solicitors Services for You Harrison Clark Solicitors Services for You 11.

7 With you every step of the way Divorce and relationship issues We understand that family disputes and divorces are difficult for all concerned. We have one of the largest and most experienced family law teams in the Three Counties, with an expert to assist you in any area of family law, so ensuring that you have exactly the right person to speak to, whatever your situation. We ll do our best to make the process as straightforward as it can be, helping you to resolve the situation as swiftly and amicably as possible. We can help with issues such as: 4 Matters surrounding children, e.g. residency and contact 4 Divorce and finance 4 Civil partnership dissolution 4 Prenuptial agreements 4 Legal separation 4 Cohabitation 4 Property disputes I do not know where to begin to thank you for all the kind words and support you have given me over several years... thank you so very much. Mrs A, Worcester 12. Harrison Clark Solicitors Services for You

8 Legal advice for life Helping your business grow and prosper We offer comprehensive legal support for businesses of all sizes, from start-ups to large corporations. Our legal experts will take the time to get to know your business and understand your goals so that we can tailor our services to your exact needs. We don t just offer competitive pricing we go further and will also add value to your business, helping you to save money and grow. We can help with: 4 Banking and finance 4 Commercial property 4 Partnership agreements 4 Debt recovery 4 Employment law and Human Resources 4 Notarial services 4 Insolvency 4 Intellectual property 4 IT and telecoms 4 Litigation and dispute resolution 4 Start-up businesses We can also provide specialist advice: 4 Charities 4 Defence, Security and Forces 4 Education 4 Healthcare 4 In-House Counsel 4 International Trade 4 Partnerships 4 Planning 4 Renewables 4 Rural Land and Business 4 Sport and more. For our comprehensive list of services, please visit our website For a free initial consultation on any of your issues, please don t hesitate to get in touch by calling , ing lawyers@harrison-clark.co.uk or contact your local office, details overleaf. 14. Harrison Clark Solicitors Services for You

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