Deputyship Orders – When do you need one?
The majority of people these days have heard of Lasting Powers of Attorney, thanks, in part, to Martin Lewis and his encouragement of people to get their affairs in order whilst they still can. But what happens if you don’t get your affairs in order and you later lose mental capacity? A deputyship order is […]
Lexcel Re-Accreditation
We have recently undergone a 3-year Lexcel assessment; a full re-accreditation, and we are pleased to say our assessor has identified 14 areas of good practice whereby we have notably exceeded what the Lexcel Standard requires. The assessment involves a thorough review of our policies, procedures, and working practices to ensure they continue to meet the […]
Gifts in Wills Scheme – Cancer Research UK
We are proud to be partnered with Cancer Research UK (CRUK) and to have received a Certificate of Excellence for collectively helping Cancer Research UK (CRUK) achieve £1m, through our clients leaving gifts in Wills. Cancer Research UK (CRUK) is a fantastic charity to support as sadly nearly one in two people will now get […]
Blyth Tall Ship Charity Gala 2026
We had a wonderful night at the Blyth Tall Ship Charity Gala on Friday. It was great to hear about the charity and how they are supporting young people with learning the skill of woodsmanship and restoring the Williams II wooden ship. The dinner was fantastic, and our very own Phoebe Lister was even lucky […]
Charity of the Year 2026 – Anxious Minds
Following a firm-wide vote, Carr & Co has selected Anxious Minds to be our 2026 Charity of the Year. Anxious Minds is a multi-award-winning veteran and community mental health charity based in the North East. Since its founding in 2015, they have been dedicated to helping individuals and families overcome challenges related to mental health, […]
Do You Truly Need a Will?
A significant proportion of individuals in the UK pass away intestate, meaning they die without having established a Will. Many of those who die without a Will do so under the assumption that their assets will automatically pass to their loved ones, or they may simply forget to update their Will following changes in their […]
Congratulations to Carla Towers
Congratulations to Carla Towers who begins the New Year with a Training Contract. The firm recognised her as a rising star from very early on, firstly joining us in late 2024 as a Legal Assistant before then being promoted to Paralegal in the Private Client Department. We have no doubt she will be an excellent Solicitor […]
Congratulations to Victoria Bell
As April is coming to an end, it certainly has been a month of exciting change! Victoria Bell has been appointed as Senior Director with immediate effect due to Sharon Smith’s retirement from her role as Senior Director for the practice. Her comments on her new role as Senior Director are as follows: “Sharon has been a […]
5 Pitfalls of Going It Alone with a Commercial Lease
A commercial lease is a major commitment, and without legal advice, you risk unfair terms, hidden costs and financial liabilities. Here are 5 pitfalls of going it alone and how Carr & Co Solicitors can help protect you and your business: 1. Unfavourable Lease Terms Landlords draft leases in their favour which may include lengthy […]
Horrible holiday? Here’s how to get compensation
If your holiday didn’t quite go to plan this year, you may be able to claim compensation in respect of any additional costs that you have incurred or if you have been left disappointed. The process and your eligibility for compensation will depend on how you booked the holiday and with whom. Package Holidays If you booked […]