Tag Archive: Scott Richards Solicitors

  1. Chocolate Tub Recycling!

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    A huge thank you to everyone who dropped into our offices, their Christmas chocolate tubs! ๐Ÿซ๐ŸŽ„

    They were collected by DCW Polymers last week as part of their Recycle & Raise scheme, helping to support Dartmoor Zoological Society & Life Chance TRUST. โ™ป๏ธโค๏ธ

    Your contributions will make a real differenceโ€”both for the environment and for these amazing charities! ๐ŸŒโœจ

    Pictured: Receptionist, Amanda Yates, and Assistants, Emma Jewell, Ivantony Browne & Amanda Johnson with our chocolate tub stacks; Heroes were the clear winner!

  2. Christmas Day Dinner – Fund Raiser

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    ๐ŸŽ„๐ŸŽ… Christmas Jumper Day for local causes! ๐ŸŽ…๐ŸŽ„

    Today, weโ€™re donning our Christmas jumpers to support two very special, local hubs: The Alice Cross Centre in Teignmouth & The Salvation Army, South West Division in Newton Abbot.

    Both will be hosting their Annual Christmas Dinner on the big day – a heart-warming event offering a festive meal and companionship to those who might otherwise spend Christmas Day alone.

    ๐Ÿ’šThis year, we’re doing more than just a dress-down day!

    In fact, for every like our Facebook post receives, weโ€™ll donate ยฃ1 to the Christmas Day Dinner fund! *

    With each dinner costing around ยฃ10 per head, your support will make a real difference.

    So, please spread the festive cheer, and like (& share) our Facebook post ๐ŸŽ๐ŸŽ„

    *Total donations capped at ยฃ1,000.00.

  3. ยฃ801.24 Raised for Children in Need!

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    Thank You!

    A huge THANK YOU to our amazing staff and wonderful local community for your incredible support at our Cake and Bric-a-Brac Sale in aid of BBCโ€™s Children in Need, last Friday 15th November 2024!

    Together, weโ€™ve raised an incredible ยฃ801.24

    Whether you baked, donated, or stopped by for a sweet treat or treasureโ€”you made a difference! Thank you for your generosity๐ŸŒŸ

    #TeamSR#CharityBBC Children in Need@bbccin

  4. Raffle Tickets for Children in Need!

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    ๐Ÿป We’re delighted to once again be supporting BBC Children in Need. Kicking off our fundraising efforts with a #shoplocal raffle!

    Prizes include:

    โ˜•Afternoon tea for two at Bovey Castle

    ๐ŸฝTen Tors Inn voucher

    ๐Ÿ’…DRIFT Beauty & Wellness Voucher

    ๐ŸŽจ Laura Wall Art and Illustration framed print

    โ›ณDainton Park Golf Club round of golf for four people

    ๐Ÿ•The Pizza Cafe voucher

    ๐ŸŸJacksons Fishmongers Fish & Chips voucher

    ๐Ÿฅ‚ Prosecco, Port & chocolates

    Purchase your tickets now for a chance to win and support a great cause!

    Either pop into our offices, or contact Sophie on 01626 912369, or sld@scottrichards.co.uk. Best of luck!

  5. Summer Bank Holiday: Closed

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    Our offices will be closed for the Summer Bank Holiday from 5.00pm this Friday 23rd August, and will reopen at 9.00am, Tuesday 27th August.

    Wishing you all a pleasant bank holiday weekend ๐Ÿค“

  6. Christine Shute: Plan Ahead to Reduce Your Inheritance Tax Bill

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    Private Client Solicitor, Christine Shute explains how you can plan ahead to help reduce your family’s inheritance tax (IHT) bill.

    Latest figures from HMRC show that inheritance tax receipts have risen by 7.2% since last year. By taking advantage of available tax reliefs and planning carefully, families can make sure their loved ones pay the smallest tax bill possible and get the most out of what they inherit.

    The Association of Lifetime Lawyers, of which Christine is a member, represents a community of the most qualified legal professionals in the UK supporting vulnerable and older people with expert advice and support.

    Christine said: “With more estates than ever liable for IHT, it’s crucial to plan ahead to avoid a large tax bill for your loved ones. If the value of your estate is below the current nil rate band allowance of ยฃ325,000, no inheritance tax (IHT) is owed, provided the allowance hasn’t been reduced by relevant lifetime gifts.

    “For married couples or civil partners who leave their entire estate to each other, HMRC permits the full transfer of the nil rate band to the surviving partner, effectively doubling the allowance to ยฃ650,000. Even if only a part of the estate goes to the spouse, the unused portion of the nil rate band can still be transferred upon the death of the second spouse.

    “If your estate includes a business or related assets, at present, additional reliefs currently apply at rates of either 50% or 100%. Likewise, certain agricultural properties, such as land used for rearing animals or growing crops, can pass free of IHT, provided specific criteria are met.

    “Creating a Will is essential to ensure your assets are distributed to your chosen beneficiaries. Without a valid Will, your estate will be divided according to the intestacy rules, which may result in your family not receiving what you intended. Research from The Association of Lifetime Lawyers shows nearly half of UK adults (49%) do not have a Will. It’s important to consult a legal professional to help you draft a Will.

    “Given the recent change in government, we’d recommend keeping an eye out for any potential policy changes and speak with a member of our Private Client team to help minimise your tax bill.”

    To contact Christine, or a member of our Private Client team, call us on: 01626 772 441, or email law@scottrichards.co.uk.

  7. The Wellness Angels – Staff Perks

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    Relaxation & tension relief delivered straight to our desks? Yes, please!

    We were delighted to welcome The Wellness Angels to our Teignmouth office, who provided seated massages for a selection of our staff, helping to work through some of those pesky desk knots!

    To learn more about The Wellness Angels, please visit their website: https://thewellnessangels.co.uk/

    #employeewellness #staffperks #TeamSR #GoGreen #massage #thewellnessangels

  8. Chris’ Funeral – Office Closing 17th May

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    It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of our dear colleague and friend, Partner, Chris Wills.

    Chris was a beacon of positivity, with an infectious and upbeat attitude that never failed to brighten the day.    

    He will be greatly missed by us all at Scott Richards and our thoughts are with his family at this sad time.

    In honour of Chrisโ€™ memory, and to allow our team to pay their respects and attend his funeral service, our offices will be closed on Friday 17th May, from 1.00pm.

    We appreciate your understanding during this difficult time.

  9. We’re Hiring! Private Client Secretarial Support & Receptionist Positions Available

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    ๐Ÿ™‹โ€โ™€๏ธ๐Ÿ™‹โ€โ™‚๏ธWE’RE HIRING!

    Scott Richards Solicitors are hiring! Time to join TeamSR? We have two positions available.

    PRIVATE CLIENT SECRETARIAL SUPPORT – Albany Street, NEWTON ABBOT, TQ12 2AN

    Do you possess excellent communication, IT, and customer service skills and enjoy working in a team environment?  Perhaps you are just the person we are looking for to join the existing 4-day a week SR support team.

    Due to various internal promotions, we have a vacancy for a Legal Assistant within our busy Private Client team.  You will take varied client enquiries, make appointments as required and ensure we deliver the best experience to our clients โ€“ something we pride ourselves on.  As a valued member of our admin support team, you will deal with all aspects of administrative support in the preparation of Wills, Powers of Attorney, Trusts, and Probates.  

    Effective admin support ensures that our Solicitors and Paralegals can progress matters from file openings through to completion and closure.  Work is mainly progressed through Diktamen dictations combined with general file management, legal compliance, and working efficiently within our Leap case management system. 

    We need the right candidate for this dedicated team to bring their accurate typing skills, amazing attention to detail, and a high standard of grammar, spelling, and punctuation with them.  The team would benefit further if you were a multi-tasker and who can work to deadlines.  

    Do you have previous legal experience that you could bring to this role, or would you like to make a complete change from your current non-legal position?  Either way, we can provide ongoing SR training to the successful candidate. 

    If you feel this role could be right for you, please forward an up-to-date CV with a covering letter explaining why you want to join SR, to Lindsey McIntyre, HR Manager (lm@scottrichards.co.uk), or alternatively, visit the Indeed link below.ย  If you have any questions about the role, please do give Lindsey a call on 01626 771194.

    Closing Date: 13th May 2024

    Interview Date: 20th May 2024

    Private Client Secretarial Support – Newton Abbot TQ12 – Indeed.com

    RECEPTIONIST/OFFICE SUPPORT – Newfoundland House, 4 Regent Street, TEIGNMOUTH, TQ14 8SL

    Due to some recent internal promotions, we would like to find a replacement Receptionist / Office Support to join TeamSR, based in our Teignmouth office.

    So, what do we believe that you need to succeed in this role?

    • excellent interpersonal and communication and diplomacy skills
    • a warm, personable telephone manner
    • accurate typing skills
    • a positive can-do attitude
    • willingness to learn
    • the ability to use initiative.
    • a natural flair for supporting their colleagues and taking care of SR clients.

    This is a varied, busy, rewarding role and the role of our receptionists are vital to the ongoing success of SR.  As a bonus, we work 4-days (29 hours), with an allocated day off each week.

    If you feel this role could be right for you, please forward an up-to-date CV with a covering letter explaining why you want to join SR, to Lindsey McIntyre, HR Manager (lm@scottrichards.co.uk), or alternatively, follow the Indeed link below.ย  If you have any questions about the role, please do give Lindsey a call on 01626 771194.

    Closing Date: Monday 13th May

    Interview Date: Monday 20th May (no other dates available)

    Receptionist / Office Support – Teignmouth TQ14 – Indeed.com

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