Welcome to our December 2020 newsletter and a very happy Christmas and holiday season to all our readers.  Who’s ready for 2020 to be finished so we can get on with 2021?

There is lots to get stuck into this month so off we go…

Our Financial Planning friends have put together a list of things to consider when talking to a Financial Planner.  Have a read though and if you like what you read and think you might be in need of advice then give us a call.

Our friends at Weston Park have sent us their thoughts with some great links so that you can help them raise funds.  As we roll into 2021 expect to hear us shaking our charity tins in your direction and seeking your help so that we can help raise more funds for this hugely important charity.

At this time of year we often hear from clients spread all over the world with annual updates and news from wherever they find themselves.  Our November newsletter was read in Australia, Austria, Bahamas, France, Germany, Madeira, New Zealand, Singapore, Thailand and Wath Upon Dearne.   We are hearing many similar stories this year of not being able to leave their homes, not being able to see their families and friends for prolonged periods and also how they have been using technology to help them cope.  We hope that wherever you are that you keep safe and well and that you able to try to relax over the festive period.

As always, if there is anything in this newsletter that prompts thoughts of how we might be able to help you or give you peace of mind in relation to any legal matter then please just email us or give us a call on 0114 2729721.

We will be taking a well earned break and be closed for a few days from close of business on Christmas Eve.  We will reopen at 9am on Monday 4th January 2021.

Happy Christmas

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