All our legal advice articles
All our legal advice articles
How much does it cost to make a will in the UK? (2026 guide)
Published on 08/05/2026, by Qredible - Reading time: 6 mins
While costs vary from £10 for DIY kits to £500+ for specialist wills, investing in professional legal help typically saves your estate thousands in potential future legal fees and family disputes.
What happens if an executor dies before or during probate? (UK 2026)
Published on 07/05/2026, by Qredible - Reading time: 6 mins
If an executor dies, the will remains valid, and alternate arrangements, such as appointing a backup executor or following legal probate rules, ensure the estate is managed properly.
Freehold, leasehold and commonhold in the UK (2026 guide)
Published on 07/05/2026, by Qredible - Reading time: 6 mins
The terms freehold, leasehold and commonhold are used to describe the legal tenure, or basis of ownership of a property, whether it is a building or a piece of land. If you go house hunting, you may notice that for one property you have the opportunity
Conditional Order in divorce: how long does it take? (UK 2026)
Published on 07/05/2026, by Qredible - Reading time: 6 mins
On average, expect 8-10 weeks from application to receiving your Decree Nisi, plus a mandatory 6-week waiting period before applying for Decree Absolute. Fast-track options aren't available as these timeframes are legally required under the UK family law.
What is a McKenzie friend? (UK guide for litigants in person)
Published on 07/05/2026, by Qredible - Reading time: 6 mins
A McKenzie friend is someone who assists a person representing themselves in court. The term originated from the landmark case McKenzie v McKenzie (1970), which paved the way for litigants to receive support without hiring a solicitor.
How much does a divorce cost in the UK? (2026 guide)
Published on 07/05/2026, by Qredible - Reading time: 5 mins
Recent data shows uncontested divorces average £1,500-£3,000 total, while contested divorces typically cost £14,500+ with some reaching £30,000+. This 5-10x cost difference makes early agreement between parties the single biggest money-saving factor.
Do you need a solicitor at the police station? (UK 2026 guide)
Published on 07/05/2026, by Qredible - Reading time: 5 mins
When a crime is being investigated, the process undertaken by the police demands that they interview everyone involved. While this does not mean that every person that is interviewed is a suspect, it is essential to remember that the police are looking out for any evidence they can use.
Lawyer, solicitor or barrister: which do you need? (UK 2026)
Published on 07/05/2026, by Qredible - Reading time: 5 mins
The words lawyer, barrister and solicitor are often used interchangeably, but they do have very distinct job roles. You are not alone if you are a little confused or were too embarrassed to ask what the difference really is.
How to remove squatters legally in the UK (2026 guide)
Published on 07/05/2026, by Qredible - Reading time: 5 mins
If someone enters a property deliberately without permission and the begins living there, this is called ‘squatting’. The legal term for ‘squatting’ is ‘adverse possession’. It is illegal and squatting in a residential building can lead to a £5,000 fine, a 6-month prison sentence or both.
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