The country may be on lockdown. But we are not. Our established key worker wills team are still here to help. Whilst there are many reasons people will often delay putting their affairs in order the importance of making it a priority cannot be overstated. Wills Our will writing team are still able to take […]

If your home uses a septic tank or similar drainage system (small sewage treatment plant (SSTP)) you may need to register with the Environment Agency. The situation is a little confusing but here goes! Regulations have been brought into force requiring the registration of such facilities with the Environment Agency. However, the registration system is […]

Hartley & Worstenholme solicitors in Castleford and Pontefract has secured membership to the Law Society’s prestigous Conveyancing Quality Scheme. CQS makes it easier for buyers and sellers to identify solicitors who can ensure a safe and efficient level of service with high standards. The CQS is backed by the Council of Mortgage Lenders The Building Societies Association and […]

The Office of the Public Guardian’s fees to register a Lasting Power of Attorney increased on the 1st October from £120 to £130 and the 100% discount for those with an income of less than £12,000 replaced with a “reduced fee” of £65. The OPG will not supply free official copies any more and just […]

We would just like to take this opportunity to say thank you for supporting our fund raising week in aid of The Prince of Wales Hospice. The donation you provided was greatly appreciated. The week was a huge success and we are pleased to inform you that a total of £413.06 was raised. On behalf […]

By Hannah Postles Originally published in the Pontefract & Castleford Express, 19th August 2010. Worried solicitors fear vulnerable residents will be hardest hit if Pontefract’s County Court is axed in government cost-cutting plans. Senior staff at Hartley and Worstenholme say the proposed closure of the Horsefair facility – which would see it be merged with Wakefield’s […]

On Thursday 24th June 2010 the Ministry of Justice outlined proposals that will result in nearly a third of all Courts in England and Wales being closed. The closures affect both County Courts, that deal with civil and family work, and Magistrates Courts, that deal with criminal and family work. The effect of this in […]

Hartley & Worstenholme Solicitors are proud to be a kit sponsor for rugby league’s Castleford Tigers.  Mandy Arkell, from the family department at the law firm with offices in Castleford and Pontefract, attended the game. (Pictured with Ryan McGoldrick) Castleford Tigers ended their three-match losing run to revive their play-off hopes by winning 24-20 while […]

Home Information Packs (HIPs) have been suspended by the government pending formal abolition. Houses marketed on or after 21st May 2010 no longer need a HIP. If you are a potential seller this is good news as you don’t have to pay several hundred pounds up front to market your property! You’ll still need to […]

Congratulations to our team of runners who took part in Cancer Research UK’s Race for Life on Sunday 13th June and raised the magnificent total of £1110.97! A team of runners from Hartley & Worstenholme Solicitors will be donning their running shoes and taking part in Cancer Research UK’s Race for Life on Sunday 13th […]

Flourishing Yorkshire law firm Hartley & Worstenholme has made four new appointments. The firm with offices currently in Pontefract and Castleford has ambitious growth plans and is making significant investment in both infrastructure and people to ensure their vision can be realised. Claire Garside has joined the family department after working in Leeds. Claire has […]