Christmas Wishes from AMD

We're all getting in the Christmas spirit here at AMD. With our Christmas Jumpers on to raise funds for our local charity of the year (with an added accessory this year, 2020 style) we wanted to spread some festive cheer from afar. A Very Merry Christmas Everyone! Read More

A new chapter for Kings Weston House

Janine Harris of AMD Solicitors completes the sale of the beautiful and charming Grade 1 listed building, Kings Weston House. Kings Weston House was built in 1719 and designed by Sir John Vanbrugh, the designer of Blenheim Palace.  The former owner, Norman Routledge held sophisticated weddings and prestigious events at Kings Weston House throughout the year... Read More

Our colleagues have been raising money for Jonathan’s Voice over lockdown

Our colleagues at AMD have been busy making a selection of cards over lockdown to raise some funds for our charity of the year, Jonathan’s Voice and so far have raised £85 and hope to raise more! Jonathan’s Voice was set up shortly after Jonathan’s death in order to reduce the stigma associated with mental... Read More

It’s a wrap – Helen Brewer of AMD Solicitors completes a new lease of 165k sq ft warehouse in Newport for Urban Myth Films

It’s a wrap – Helen Brewer of AMD Solicitors completes a new lease of 165k sq ft warehouse in Newport that will become the home for the next 5 years to film and television production company Urban Myth Films Ltd. Despite only completing a few weeks ago, Urban Myth are already in the throes of converting... Read More

AMD Solicitors has recently advised on the sale of Avon Gold Premier Store in Keynsham

After 23 years of running Avon Gold Premier Store in Keynsham, Somerset, it is now under new ownership as former owners Tony and Alison Mallaban are retiring.   The convenience store which was proud to serve Keynsham and beyond will be serving the community once again as it is opening as a SPAR store, following a refit.  The... Read More

Our Henleaze and Whiteladies Road offices will be reopening soon

Our Henleaze and Whiteladies Road offices will be reopening soon. Our new layout will ensure we can safely achieve social distancing between solicitors and clients at all times. We look forward to seeing you again and to helping you through what is likely to be another challenging period for the second half of 2020. Read More

Does your Business need a Shareholders’ Agreement?

As a result of the ongoing coronavirus lockdown measures, we have been helping a large number of clients to put in place or review and update their existing Wills and Lasting Powers of Attorney. Whilst we always advise that these important documents are considered and implemented as soon as possible, it is proving more important... Read More

Thinking about buying a business during coronavirus?

It is no surprise that Mergers & Acquisitions activity has slowed down as a result of the coronavirus pandemic (COVID-19). Most business owners have suddenly had to shift focus to navigating their businesses through the crisis, which has caused some mergers and acquisitions to be delayed. Many businesses have started to settle into the new... Read More

Commercial Property Update #2: Landlord and Tenant

Following on from my previous article, the government have now announced measures to protect tenants from “aggressive rent collection” during the current pandemic lockdown. What is proposed In an announcement made on the 23rd April, the government plans to introduce a temporary ban on statutory demands and winding up petitions being issued to commercial tenants.... Read More

Commercial Property Update: Landlord and Tenant

What other options are available for a landlord to pursue non-payment of rent whilst forfeiture is prevented under the Coronavirus Act 2020 and which tenants should be wary of when choosing not to pay their rent? Under the terms of the Coronavirus Act 2020, landlords are currently prevented from issuing forfeiture proceedings against tenants for... Read More

Childcare during coronavirus – what are your rights?

Government guidance suggests that where parents do not live in the same household, children may still move between households but that it is not a necessity. This has caused some confusion amongst families subject to a Child Arrangement Order. Where coronavirus restrictions result in a change to the contact/care arrangements ordered by the court, the... Read More

Sophie Haskins, Private Client Solicitor discusses the importance of ensuring your affairs are in order

Although most of us have every intention of putting our affairs in order by making or reviewing a Will and/or a Lasting Power of Attorney, there is often a good reason why we never get around to doing so, be it due to a busy work/home life or the unwillingness to focus on such a... Read More

Scam alert!

We have been made aware of a fraudulent e-mail sent from an account purporting to be from the firm. This e-mail address is info@amdsolicitor.com (without the ‘s’ in solicitors). Please note that this e-mail is not genuine and has not been sent by or on behalf of this firm. Should you receive such an e-mail, please report... Read More

Did you spot us?

Did you spot our Clifton Village Office next door to Easterbrook? The second part of Agatha Christie's 'The Pale Horse' aired on BBC 1 over the weekend. Although set in London in the 1960s, part of the drama was set in Bristol with our Clifton Village Office making an appearance next door to 'Easterbrook Antique Dealers'. Great to see our timeless architecture being used for this. Read More

AMD welcomes Senior Commercial Property Solicitor to its growing team

AMD is delighted to strengthen its commercial property team with the appointment of Senior Commercial Property Solicitor, Helen Brewer. Helen joined AMD in January 2020 with over 14 years’ experience in commercial property. Helen spent 8 years of her career with a prominent international law firm advising on a wide range of commercial property issues.... Read More

Our Spring 2020 Workshops

There's no time like the present to protect your family's future! Join us in March where we will be discussing various ways we can assist from incapacity and your bank account to will writing and the planning considerations for your family. Read More

January 2020 Offer – Free Legal Health Check for SME Business Owners.

Free Legal Health Check for SME Business Owners! To book your free 45 minute health check with our friendly Commercial Team, please call 0117 973 3989 or email info@amdsolicitors.com . Please see below for further details. Read More

Bogus Email Alert

We have been made aware of a bogus e-mail purporting to be sent from Tony Moore of this firm. Please note that this e-mail is not genuine. Should you receive such an e-mail, do not respond or click on the links attached and please report it to us at info@amdsolicitors.com. Read More

Data protection update: first UK fine issued under the new GDPR regime

Just over 18 months have passed since the implementation of the GDPR and the ICO have issued their first UK fine to a London Pharmacy. Data protection should be a key consideration for all businesses and is important to be kept under review. Read More

We will be supporting Jonathan’s Voice as our new Charity of the Year

From 1 December we are pleased to announce that we will be supporting Jonathan’s Voice. Jonathan's Voice was founded in late 2017 in memory of Jonathan McCartney who tragically took his own life. Their purpose is to work with organisations and individuals to promote mental well being in the workplace and beyond. Read More

Cohabitee claims under the Inheritance Act 1975

The number of unmarried co-habiting couples in England and Wales has increased significantly and with this societal change there is an ever-increasing need for people to consider their financial situations and who they would like to inherit from their estate when they die. Read More

AMD Finalists at the Bristol Property Awards 2020

We are delighted to have been shortlisted as a finalist in the Legal category at the Bristol Property Awards 2020. Both our commercial and residential property teams have grown in 2020 to meet our clients’ needs. Despite such a tumultuous year for the country, the Bristol property market has continued to move forward which is... Read More

Need help reviewing your current business contracts?

In these extraordinary times smaller businesses are having to place an even greater emphasis on cash flow. In doing so, business owners are having to review any monthly contracts or areas of expenditure that can be reduced or terminated until normal business can resume. To help with this challenge, our commercial team are offering our... Read More