Welcome to MCP Solicitors
Solicitors in King's Lynn, Peterborough, Thetford & Wisbech
Metcalfe Copeman & Pettefar (MCP) Solicitors is a long established, substantial firm of solicitors based in East Anglia, with offices in Kings Lynn, Peterborough, Thetford and Wisbech.
Our lawyers deal with most areas of law, for both individuals and businesses, and we pride ourselves on our professional, friendly, cost-effective service.
Please explore this website to learn more about what we offer or alternatively contact us to find out how we can help you.
News
Prenuptial Agreements - Are They Worth The Paper They Are Written On?
The answer is possibly, a typical lawyer's answer I hear you say! As with most aspects of relationship breakdown it all comes down to the facts of a particular case, but a properly and carefully crafted prenuptial agreement can make a real difference. Read More
Landlords Beware! Service Charge Consultation Requirements For Leases
The Commonhold and Leasehold Reform Act 2002 (CLRA 2002) introduced new requirements for landlords to consult with residential long leaseholders before carrying out works above a certain value, or entering into any long-term agreement for the provision of services. The purpose behind the consultation process is to involve the leaseholders in the landlord's proposals.Read More
Data Protection Checklist
This checklist highlights the key legal obligations businesses should consider when dealing with personal data about customers, suppliers, employees or any other individual who you may encounter in the course of your business.Read More
Pre-Budget Report Checklist
This checklist highlights some of the key issues from the Pre-Budget Report that are likely to have an impact on small businesses. Read More
Businesses are you Protecting your Assets?
'Intellectual property' (IP) is a creation of the mind that has commercial value. IP is now used as a general term to include copyright, trade marks, designs and patents. IP law can protect your ideas, inventions and designs and can be vital to protect your business from competitors and maintain the reputation of your business. Read More
MCP Reaches Its 225th Anniversary!
MCP is officially 225 years old this year and plans to celebrate this achievement in a number of ways. Despite the passage of time the firm remains true to many of its original objectives not least providing a service to local clients. It also continues to operate a substantial legal aid practice at each of its 4 offices. Read More...
Grandparents
Research has consistently demonstrated the benefits that grandparents provide to their grandchildrens wellbeing. However, research conducted by Families Need Fathers and the Grandparents Association for their report 'Beyond the Nuclear: Including the Wider Family' showed that 42% of respondent grandparents lost all contact with their grandchildren after parental separation. If you are having difficulty in arranging contact with your grandchildren then contact Metcalfe Copeman & Pettefar Solicitors who can assist you. For more information contact Steve Welcomme.
Cohabitation Bill
Today one in six of all couples are not married and yet cohabitants are often left without any legal protection if their relationship breaks down. A Bill is currently going through the House of Lords and had its second reading on 13th March 2009. Resolution, a organisation of Family Lawyers, are trying to bring attention to the fact that there is not such things as “Common Law Husband and Wife” Read More...
HIP's Expand Again
The regulations on first day marketing will change from 6th April 2009, to ensure buyers have certainty that the Home Information Pack (HIP) will be available as soon as a property comes onto the market, and that sellers see the product they are paying for. A Property Information Questionnaire (PIQ) will also be needed. This will include information on flood risk, gas and electricity safety, service charges, structural damage and parking arrangements. This will go alongside other important information already in the pack, such as energy performance certificates. For more information please contact Andrew Davies.
What Happens If You Die Without Leaving A Will?
Many people are under the impression that when they die their Estate (comprising money, property and possessions) will pass to their loved ones. However, this is not always the case. If you die without having made a Will your Estate is divided according to Intestacy Rules, which changed on 1st February 2009. Read More...
