Milne Moser Solicitors has welcomed the government’s announcement of Your First Home, a new equity loan scheme aimed at helping more first time buyers in England buy their first home. Announced by the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government on 26th September, the scheme is expected to allow eligible first time buyers to purchase…
Milne Moser has raised £507.45 for Breast Cancer Now following an Afternoon Tea fundraiser held across its Kendal and Milnthorpe offices. The event saw colleagues come together to provide homemade cakes and refreshments with clients and visitors invited to stop by, enjoy a slice of cake and make a donation. All money raised will go…
One of the most common questions families ask when dealing with a bereavement is how long the probate process will take. The honest answer is that it varies considerably, and some of the factors that cause delays are within your control while others are not. Here is a realistic guide to what to expect. Typical…
A Lasting Power of Attorney is only legally effective once it has been registered with the Office of the Public Guardian. For many people, this comes as a surprise. Signing the document is not enough on its own. And with registration currently taking considerably longer than it once did, the case for acting sooner rather…
Milne Moser Solicitors has appointed Winter Addis as an associate solicitor in its Private Client Team. Winter brings more than a decade of experience at respected firms across Cumbria, with a particular focus on agricultural estates and succession planning for farmers, landowners and rural business owners. Her appointment comes at a critical moment for the…
Milne Moser Solicitors has been Highly Commended in the Workplace Wellbeing Award at the Modern Law Private Client Awards 2026. The recognition was announced at a national awards ceremony held at Coombe Abbey in Coventry on 1st July. The South Lakeland firm, which has offices in Kendal and Milnthorpe, was recognised for a comprehensive workplace…
Inheritance tax has a reputation as a tax on the wealthy, but the reality is more complicated. Rising property values mean that a growing number of ordinary families find themselves facing an unexpected bill. Understanding how the tax works, and what reliefs are available, is the first step to making sure your estate is as…
Our family team are proud members of Resolution, the national body of 6,500 family lawyers committed to the constructive resolution of family disputes. As members we have campaigned with Resolution to the Government about the need to look at reform towards ending the endemic unfairness for cohabiting couples. The Law Commission’s 2024 scoping report identified…
The Government’s Social Housing Bill has recently received its Second Reading in the House of Lords and includes proposals that could significantly strengthen protections for victims of domestic abuse living in social housing. Whilst the Bill has not yet become law, the proposed changes represent a notable shift in approach. Traditionally, victims of domestic abuse…
Milne Moser’s Family Department recently spent time with St John’s Chambers to discuss the forthcoming changes to private law children proceedings and what they will mean for families involved in the Family Court process. The scheme, formerly known as the Pathfinder Pilot, has now been renamed the Child Focused Court and is being rolled out…