Published: Tue, 19/11/2024 - 11:32
The 2024 budget has brought changes for landlords, making it more important than ever to carefully plan your property portfolio and exit strategies. Whether you hold assets personally or through a limited company, understanding the legal implications of selling and the opportunities for structuring...
Published: Wed, 13/11/2024 - 10:58
As of 24 May 2024, the Leasehold and Freehold Reform Act (“the Act”) became law. The purpose of the Act is to improve the rights of homeowners and regulate the relationship between residential landlords and tenants. As of July 2024, the previous government enacted a few amendments to the Building...
Published: Wed, 29/05/2024 - 08:25
AST Hampsons, Solicitors, Receives "Outstanding Employer" Award from Oldham College
AST Hampsons, Solicitors, are proud to announce that they have been presented with the prestigious "Outstanding Employer" award by Oldham College. This accolade recognises AST's commitment to investing in...
Published: Thu, 29/02/2024 - 13:12
It is with great sadness that we announce the sudden passing of Julie Caine, a loyal and well respected member of our AST family and cherished secretary to Peter Taylor.
Julie had been with us for 18 years, she was more than just a colleague and anyone who worked with her enjoyed her wit and...
Published: Thu, 15/02/2024 - 14:18
With over 23 years of experience in commercial and property law, Ben has smoothly navigated a wide ranging caseload of transactions involving commercial property leases, sales, purchases, and refinancing for his clients.
Ben has represented clients on both sides of the table, serving commercial...
Published: Wed, 04/10/2023 - 09:34
AST Hampsons are supporting the Samaritans Operation Christmas Child.
The Samaritans help spread Christmas cheer to less fortunate children across the world. The Christmas project involves the packing a shoe box with items which are then sent to children living in poverty.
If you would like to join...
Published: Tue, 05/09/2023 - 14:54
At AST Hampsons we consider there to be various advantages to the parties engaging in Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) such as mediation arbitration and joint settlement meetings. This is a view largely taken by the Courts. It can be argued that since Lord Woolf’s review of the civil justice...
Published: Thu, 10/08/2023 - 09:51
On 17.07.2013, the Marriage (Same-Sex) Couples Act received Royal Assent, meaning that same-sex couples were entitled to marry in England and Wales.
The legislations provides for those who are in same-sex relationships to marry, whether in a civil ceremony or a religious one. The legalisations...
Published: Tue, 18/07/2023 - 14:24
“We are very excited to announce, that our firm’s Nathalie Speakman, has qualified as a Solicitor!
Nathalie has been with us for almost three years, and we have seen her go from strength to strength in her work.
Nathalie is a Solicitor within our Family Law department and works closely with...
Published: Tue, 04/07/2023 - 12:58
AST Hampsons, one of the leading law firms in the area, is pleased to announce the successful merger of its Yorkshire Street office with their South Parade branch and expansion of its Bury office. This strategic move aims to streamline operations and provide an improved customer experience for...
