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We are recruiting!

Charles French & Co. is looking for an experienced Commercial Property Solicitor, ideally with a minimum of 5 years PQE.

Are you up to date with CIL?

The Community Infrastructure Levy (CIL) was adopted by Cornwall Council earlier this year, and charging will commence from 1 January 2019.

Stamp Duty for First Time Buyers

Are you a first-time buyer? It is likely that you will benefit from the Stamp Duty Land Tax (SDLT) relief granted to first time buyers in the latest budget. This…

Charles French & Co Opens Newquay Office

We are delighted to announce that the firm has expanded and opened a Newquay Office.

Residential Service Charges: Reasonableness is the Limit

The majority of Leases of residential flats contain a service charge, to cover the costs incurred by the Landlord in providing ‘services’. These services often include repairs, maintenance and insurance…

Fancy a Break? A Warning to Tenants

When leases are negotiated, a tenant will often seek to include a break clause so that the lease may be brought to an end before the contractual term expires, affording…

New Associates at Charles French & Co

Charles French & Co is pleased to announce that Ben Birkett and Nicola Harrison have now been promoted to Associates of the Firm.

Charles French & Co appoint a new Director!

We are pleased to announce that Kathy Carr is to be appointed Head of Residential Property and becomes a Director of the firm from 1 September 2016