Legal disputes, Optimal updates, and more…

Legal disputes can arise in various scenarios, and we understand the challenges they present for individuals and businesses – especially when they run on for long periods.

From building and insurance disputes, to mis-sold goods and more, we’re no strangers to handling dispute claims. So in this latest edition of Optimal Insights, we’ll tell you all about our upcoming webinar on civil litigation – and share some news and updates of our own.

Legal briefing

Our next webinar

On 16th August we’ll be holding our next webinar – From Conflict to Resolution: Navigating Legal Disputes – hosted by team members Naomi Wood and Matthew Moss.

Register here

A legal funding fallout could revive businessman’s divorce case?

A wealthy businessman who received litigation funding to finance his divorce proceedings, could now have his divorce case reopened, after the funder claimed he failed to pay back the agreed share of the settlement.

This legal battle raises questions about the use of litigation funding in divorce cases and the implications it can have for both parties.

CMA set to probe will-writers?

It’s been 10 years since Lord Chris Grayling chose not to make will-writing a reserved legal activity. Although many wills are drafted by regulated lawyers, anyone can actually write one, with the service going unregulated for years.?

Now, the Competition and Markets Authority has announced it will investigate the unregulated service after complaints about costs and unfair contract terms.?

The Optimal pulse

Optimal attends an Evening With Jonny Wilkinson?

Earlier this month Optimal Legal Director, Chris Germaine , and Business Development Executive, Jacek Zawieracz , attended the Leader’s Council event: An Evening With Jonny Wilkinson at the Houses of Parliament.?

They headed to London for what was an exceptional evening, offering insights into the ups and downs of leadership, and taking away plenty of ideas to action here at Optimal.?

Announcing Q2’s Customer Champion winner

To demonstrate our commitment to providing high-quality customer service, we set up the Customer Champion Investive Programme. Each quarter, we award a member of the Optimal team with ￡1,000, and a runner-up with ￡500.?

Congratulations to Laura Shaw from Our Conveyancing team for taking the win ??

And Natalie McGuinness , one of our Fee Earners, for coming second ??

Welcome: Asiya Akbar

We’re delighted to announce that Asiya Akbar has joined the Optimal Solicitors team. Asiya will be working as a Solicitor and Civil Team Leader, managing a department of seven.?

Outside of work, Asiya is passionate about giving back to her community, regularly participating in charity events and volunteering when she can.?

Celebrating work anniversaries?

Two team members reached another milestone this month. Conveyancing Manager Wes Sumner marked two years with us, and Litigation Executive Jonathan Eastwood celebrated four.

We’re incredibly grateful to you both for your continued commitment and hard work. Here’s to another year!?

Thought leader?

It’s no secret that care home costs are pretty hefty – and in many cases, people have to release equity from their homes to fund this expense. Any financial assessment for care home fees takes into account your pensions, assets, benefits and savings. If these total above ￡23,250, you’re expected to fund your care home fees yourself.??

This can be very distressing if you’ve worked hard to build up your funds to pass on to your family. But, what if there were legal avenues that could protect your home against these costs??

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Positive client feedback?

We always love receiving feedback from our clients, and we’re especially glad that Sonia was so happy with the result of her case:

“I was a little bit dubious about using a solicitor I found online, but I couldn’t find one that dealt with litigation in my local area. I read the reviews on TrustPilot and thought I’d give them a go. The solicitor I used was a gentleman called Usman Anwar. He sorted the problems I was having with a very unreasonable freeholder, and I am 100% pleased with the results. I would definitely use them again” – Sonia, Optimal Solicitors client

Here’s what Usman had to say:

“I’m pleased I could help Sonia resolve her issues with the freeholder and reach the optimal outcome.” – Usman Anwar , Optimal Solicitors

Tailored legal advice?

Whether you’re seeking legal support for a marriage breakdown, or you’re a first-time buyer who needs conveyancing advice, Optimal is ready to act on your behalf.?

Reach out to us today on 0161 250 7771 or get in touch online.