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George Beckett

Paralegal

George joined Thompson & Jackson in September 2021 as a paralegal in our commercial property department. After completing his Legal Practice Course George began his role as a Trainee Solicitor in August 2023.

George was educated at Devonport High School for Boys before graduating from the University of Plymouth in July 2021. He is currently studying the Legal Practice Course at the University of Exeter.

Away from the office and his studies, George enjoys spending time with his friends and family, playing golf and keeping fit on the football pitch.

Wrong Address a Reasonable Excuse for Landlord

Landlords would be well advised to ensure all records regarding their properties are kept up to date. Recently, however, the Upper Tribunal (UT) agreed with a residential landlord that she had a reasonable excuse for failing to comply with an Improvement...

Court Sanctions Leg Amputation for Man Lacking Mental Capacity

The courts are often called upon to sanction treatment for patients whose ability to make decisions for themselves is impaired. In a recent case on point , the Court of Protection had to decide whether it was in the best interests of a man with mental...