Reception to honour Pak Media UK Cricket Team
Our Public Relations Officer, Amin Chishti, was invited to attend an event to honour the Pak Media UK Cricket Team. The event was hosted by His Excellency Mohammed Nafees Zakaria, High Commissioner of Pakistan. The team have been invited to play two international matches. Â
Possible Legal Aid Reform
The government today announced a consultation in to reforming Legal Aid funding for criminal law. Proposals are for an estimated £32million to £50million increase in funding for criminal advocates and solicitors. Further funding is to ensure the system is sustainable and protect those unable to afford legal representation. What are the proposals? To increase the…
How UK employers can protect their business during the Corona Virus saga?
There are now concerns of a worldwide pandemic. There are fears that the UK may need to quarantine much of the population. If this is the case then employers need to take steps to protect and reassure employees. What is the law? There are three areas of law that need to be taken into consideration:…
No one should live in fear
Mary-Ann Wanjiku discusses the legal aspects regarding domestic abuse. It is often the case that those in abusive relationships cannot see the light at the end of the tunnel. Domestic abuse can effect anyone. The victims often feel a stigma and are unable to tell anyone. What is domestic abuse? Domestic abuse is unacceptable verbal,…
Message to our clients
Our main message from the Farani Taylor management team is business as usual. As the Corona Virus continues to cause significant challenges to society as a whole, we want to reassure our clients and future clients that they are safe with us. We remain open for business as usual. Offering the same excellent service levels…
Covid-19 and Immigration
Fehmina Farani explores how Covid-19 has effected immigration in the UK. New Guidance from the Home Office The Home Office released guidance on the 24th March 2020 on the status of migrants currently stuck in limbo because of Covid-19. The approach taken seems both fair and flexible. Migrants unable to return to their country of…
Get your Will as soon as possible
The COVID-19 crisis has prompted many to reflect on the importance of having a Will or updating their existing one. If you do not have a Will, it is crucial to have one drafted as soon as possible. Without a Will, your assets will be distributed according to the Intestacy Laws, meaning your estate may […]
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Acquiring settlement in the UK as a Victim of Domestic Violence
Mary-Ann Wanjiku discusses the legal aspects regarding domestic abuse. It is estimated that more than one in three women experience domestic violence in their lifetime. What is Domestic Violence? Domestic violence comes in many forms. The best way to overcome it or deal with it is to learn how to recognise it. There is a…
Landmark ruling regarding those with medical conditions facing deportation
Amer Rahman discusses recent landmark case. The Supreme Court recently found in favour of a man from Zimbabwe facing deportation. Although given indefinite leave to remain in the UK in 2000. He was subsequently convicted of a serious crime and given a Deportation Order. The offences convicted of include battery and possession of a firearm.…