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*  Our family law expert Cara Roberts has become a member of Resolution, the national organisation for family lawyers. As such we adhere to the Resolution Code of Conduct which requires each case to be undertaken in a constructive and non-confrontational manner. You can therefore be assured that your case will be handled in a positive and expert way throughout.

*  The Stamp Duty Land Tax exemption for first time buyers (subject to meeting HMRC's qualifying criteria) who are purchasing property up to £250,000 will end on 24 March 2012. If you are thinking of buying a property, or are currently doing so, and need a quick transaction to meet the deadline, please do not hesitate to contact one of our experienced Residential Property partners to discuss.

* Cara Roberts has recently joined the firm as a matrimonial and family law Solicitor. Cara specialises in cases involving divorce, Children Act matters, injunctions and ancillary relief. She has a number of significant successes to her name and we look forward to her adding to those in her new position.

* Announcing the launch of our “Family Law Legal Surgery” every Friday from 9.30am until 1pm. No appointment is necessary, attendees will be seen on a first come first served basis where we will be offering an initial consultation at a set fee of £50.00 plus VAT. Please come along to discuss all matters relating to separation, divorce, finance disputes, children matters and domestic abuse.

* Stapletons Solicitors supported "Will Aid" during the month of November. Clients were able to make standard Wills in return for a donation (minimum £85) to the Will Aid charity. The promotion proved very popular and generated a high level of interest which will help support good causes.