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Gillingham Information:

Gillingham is pronounced with a hard initial 'g' as in 'goat', unlike Gillingham, Kent, which is pronounced with a soft 'g' as in 'Germany'. Half of the town's population of 2,000 died of the Black Death in the four months following October 1348. Gillingham has had a brass band since 1928; they are currently nationally graded in the 3rd Section, and perform at civic events and carnivals. Gillingham was the focal point of a freedom of a similar name. The congregation of St Mary the Virgin has a Saxon cross shaft dating from the ninth century. In the Domesday Book in 1086 it is recorded as Gelingeham, and later spellings incorporate Gellingeham in 1130, Gyllingeham in 1152 and Gilingeham in 1209. ... [snippet] Read more here »

Using Solicitors, Barristers and Organisations:

When engaging a solicitor, clients should expect clear communication, transparency about fees, and a structured approach to resolving their issue. Solicitors usually complete a law degree followed by the Solicitors Qualifying Examination and a period of work-based experience. They are usually instructed by solicitors to represent clients in higher courts such as the Crown Court, High Court, and Court of Appeal. While traditionally clients could not approach barristers directly, changes in regulation now allow for direct access in certain circumstances, giving clients more flexibility depending on the nature of their case. Legal aid may be available for those who qualify, although access has become more restricted in recent years. ... [snippet] Read more here »