How to Navigate Completions set for Monday 19th September 2022 (Bank Holiday)
The Law Society of England & Wales has now issued guidance to conveyancers on how to navigate completions set for next Monday, 19th September 2022. To mark the funeral of HM Queen Elizabeth II, a bank holiday has been declared by King Charles III to take place on...
A guide to home surveys
When buying a home it's important that the right survey is carried out. There are different types of surveys, including a condition report, a home buyer report and a structural survey. Our property law experts here at Ferbrache...
The Register of Overseas Entities expected to go live on 1 August 2022
We wrote extensively on 27 April 2022 in relation to the legal and practical implications of the Economic Crime (Transparency and Enforcement) Act 2022 (the Act) and the Register of Overseas Entities, and the impact this will...
Ferbrache & Farrell supports Citizens Advice Guernsey
Ferbrache & Farrell LLP has continued its support of Citizens Advice Guernsey by assisting with the provision of pro-bono legal advice. The firm was mentioned for its ‘Help in Kind’ in CAG’s annual report issued in May 2022...
Promotion to Senior Associate for Advocate Alison Antill
Alison Antill has been promoted to the role of Senior Associate within Ferbrache & Farrell LLP’s Dispute Resolution team. Alison joined the firm in October 2018 and has since been recognised as a Rising Star in the 2020 and...
Al fresco dining: simplified process
On 27 April 2022 the States approved a proposal submitted by The Committee for the Environment & Infrastructure with amendments to The Public Highway (Temporary Closure) Ordinance, 1999 (the Ordinance). This amendment...
A guide to eviction proceedings
A landlord is entitled to an Eviction Order (possession of their premises) if there is a legal basis for the eviction, to the satisfaction of the Royal Court. Such reasons include: expiry of a fixed term tenancy agreement...
Who to notify when you're moving
Even the best list-writers can feel a little overwhelmed when it comes to moving house - there is so much to remember. So, the property team at Ferbrache & Farrell has put together a handy checklist of who you need to...
Is it the end of privacy? Update on Economic Crime (Transparency and Enforcement) Act 2022 and the Register of Overseas Entities
The Economic Crime (Transparency and Enforcement) Act 2022 has been on the UK’s agenda since 2016. It is fair to say that with the recent developments in Ukraine and Russia, it has become an increasing priority for the UK...
Considerations for directors – the “zone of insolvency”
As we know, the past two years have been a difficult time for many businesses and with such continuing uneconomic uncertainly, it seems there is precious little light at the end of the tunnel yet. In this article, we consider...
A step-by-step guide to buying your first home
If you're looking to enter the property market, there are a few things to be considered - it's exciting, but it can also be a little daunting. Our property team at Ferbrache & Farrell LLP has put together this guide which...