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Rafina Solicitors are pleased to announce that it has been awarded CQS accreditation by The Law Society.

The scheme, regulated by The Law Society, was set up to establish a recognised quality benchmark for conveyancing.

The Law Society website states that the CQS Scheme provides a recognised quality standard for residential conveyancing practices. Membership achievement establishes a level of credibility for member firms with stakeholders (regulators, lenders, insurers and consumers) based upon:

• The integrity of the Senior Responsible Officer and other key conveyancing staff
• The firm's adherence to good practice management standards
• Adherence to prudent and efficient conveyancing procedures through the scheme protocol
• “The scheme creates a trusted community which will deter fraud – year on year we will drive up standards.”

By acquiring CQS accreditation members establish a much higher degree of credibility with lenders, insurers, regulators and consumers.

The application process is detailed and rigorous making the accreditation a real privilege for Rafina Solicitors and its lawyers.

Choosing the right solicitor is a difficult decision for homeowners and investors alike and this scheme allows the client to make an informed decision and use the firm right for them.

Rafina Solicitors strive to provide a straightforward, friendly and no hassle approach to conveyancing, whether this is your first purchase or your investment purchase, we are here to walk you step by step through to a swift completion.

You will find our firm's details marked on the Law Society's website:
http://www.lawsocietyapproved.com/Search.aspx?Search=HA0&Category=Conveyancing%20Quality

Great news for all our Rafina Solicitors fans, we have a new website. You can now read up on our latest news, see what previous customers have had to say, view our gallery and contact us with just the click of a button.

The very recent decision handed down by the Supreme Court in R (on the application of Prudential Plc) v Special Commissioner of Income Tax, which confirms that legal advice privilege does not extend to legal advice given by accountants. Some recent cases which will be of interest, including: the approach being taken by the courts when deciding the scope of a clause excluding or apportioning liability. the extent to which a limited partner can be involved in the management of the partnership without exposure to its liabilities. the danger of leaving service of proceedings to the last minute. the difficulties involved in attempting to pierce the corporate veil.

The regulations which govern Energy Performance Certificates (EPCs), Display Energy Certificates (DECs) and air-conditioning inspections are being replaced with effect from 9 January 2013.

The main changes implemented by the new regulations are: A commercial building over 500m2 which is frequently visited by the public will need to display an EPC (but only where an EPC already exists for that building) The requirement for buildings occupied by public authorities to display a DEC will apply to buildings over 500m2 (reduced from 1000m2) The rules on the display of energy efficiency information in property advertisements and sales/lettings particulars are being watered down.