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Commercial & Corporate | 27th January 2026

Planning for the future: what to include in a UK...

A shareholders’ agreement is one of those documents that often feels unnecessary at the outset, when everyone involved is aligned and optimistic about the future....

James Lamont

Partner, Head of Commercial & Corporate
Dispute Resolution, Employment | 26th January 2026

Employee references – what is the law?

In the UK, employers are generally not obliged to provide a reference for a former employee. However, if they choose to do so, they must...

Yara Abdallah

Solicitor, Dispute Resolution
Family, Wills, Trusts & Estates | 22nd January 2026

Love in later life and the inheritance tax trap

January is traditionally a busy month for family lawyers, a time when couples often resolve to start the new year by breaking up, but it’s...

Andrea Boulter

Senior Associate, Family Law

Dilapidations explained: what commercial tenants and landlords need to know

Dilapidations are a common source of dispute at the end of a commercial lease. They can involve significant sums of money and often come as...

Simon Cook

Consultant, Dispute Resolution
Residential Property | 2nd January 2026

Thinking of selling your house this year?

If you plan to sell your home this year, the most effective step you can take now is to prepare. The winter market moves quickly,...

Rosie Taylor

Associate, Residential Property
Commercial & Corporate | 15th December 2025

Artificial Intelligence – who is accountable for getting it wrong?

Artificial intelligence (AI) is rapidly becoming part of our daily and working lives, from customer service chatbots and legal research tools to medical diagnostics and...

Nigel Maud

Partner, Commercial & Corporate, COLP
Dispute Resolution, Employment | 12th December 2025

Navigating the Law and the Christmas Party

Workplace Christmas parties can be a welcome chance for teams to relax and connect, but they also pose legal risks for employers. Even if the...

Louisa Keville

Associate, Employment Law

What happens to your digital assets after death?

In today’s world, our lives are becoming more connected online. From email accounts and social media to online banking, photos, and cryptoassets, our digital footprint...

Jordan Page

Partner, Trusts & Estates
Commercial Property | 23rd November 2025

Mind the energy gap: commercial landlords face a closing window...

A chilly draught is blowing through the commercial property market, as tightening EPC rules mean landlords must seal the gaps in energy performance before key...

Tamzin Mandelli

Partner, Head of Commercial Property
Family | 14th November 2025

Negotiating Christmas for separated parents

For parents who are separated or divorced, the festive season can be especially sensitive. While Christmas often brings joy and celebration, it can also evoke...

Dimple Patel

Senior Associate, Family Law