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News, Uncategorised | 8th April 2021

Why you need to get proper legal advice.

In a world where so much information is available freely online, do you still need the advice of a lawyer? A simple Google search of...

Elizabeth Larkin

Head of Marketing
Family | 6th April 2021

Non-payment of child maintenance: What happens if a parent doesn’t...

Under a child maintenance arrangement, child maintenance is usually paid by the parent who does not have day-to-day care of the child or does not...

Sharon Powell

Partner, Head of Family

Firm promotions: James Lamont and Louise Harrhy join the Executive...

We are delighted to announce that James Lamont, Head of Commercial & Corporate and Louise Harrhy, Head of Wills, Trusts and Estates will be joining...

Nigel Maud

Partner, Commercial & Corporate, COLP
Personal Injury | 30th March 2021

Can I make a claim for a slip, trip or...

During the colder months, slips and trips are common but they can happen at any time. Inclement weather can make many everyday places treacherous -...

Mark Wisby

Senior Associate, Clinical Negligence
Dispute Resolution, Employment | 22nd March 2021

Harassment hits hard at every level

When bullying or racism is involved, seniority and titles do not confer special protection. Recent headlines have shown that bullying and racism can affect anyone...

Jane Crosby

Partner, Head of Dispute Resolution & Accredited Mediator
Employment | 9th March 2021

Caring responsibilities, furlough and discrimination: your rights explained

The rules concerning furlough, schools and workplace restrictions continue to change frequently, and it can be difficult for both employers and employees to keep up....

Jane Crosby

Partner, Head of Dispute Resolution & Accredited Mediator

Sunak empties his purse for a pandemic-beating budget

The impact of the coronavirus pandemic on the UK’s economic agenda dominated the Chancellor’s 2021 Budget Statement, with support for business and jobs receiving top-line...

James Lamont

Partner, Head of Commercial & Corporate

Critical reporting for company relocations during the pandemic

A complex court case over conflicting dispute resolution provisions has highlighted a simple, but vital, takeaway on the importance of corporate reporting requirements for all...

Leah Whittaker

Solicitor, Commercial & Corporate
Commercial Property | 9th February 2021

Can I get out of a commercial lease early?

COVID-19 has had a significant impact on almost every business in the UK. For many businesses, it means they no longer require their business premises,...

Tamzin Mandelli

Partner, Head of Commercial Property
Family | 20th January 2021

Remote family court hearings – how do they work?

The introduction of social distancing in response to the coronavirus outbreak has caused disruption to many vital services – including in the justice system. Many...

Sharon Powell

Partner, Head of Family