Getting to grips with green leases
A green lease is one which encourages or requires parties to consider the environmental impact of the use of a building. A wide range of...
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Making a claim for dilapidations
Landlords and tenants of commercial properties can find themselves in a dispute if the tenant does not give the property back at the end of...
Lucy Penfold
Associate, Dispute ResolutionThe law and taking children out of school for holidays...
The school holidays are almost over and while many families will have enjoyed a well-deserved break abroad, for some the costs of a family holiday...
Dimple Patel
Senior Associate, Family LawDirectors should make a diary date for filing deadlines
A £165m reminder to directors on the importance of getting accounts filed on time has been flagged in the latest report from Companies House, the...
Nick Richardson
Consultant, Commercial & CorporateJargon busting – wills
You have decided to make your will. You’ve met with your legal advisor, discussed your needs and received advice. You then receive your will to...
Kelly Smith
Chartered Legal Executive, Trusts & EstatesKeeping tabs on leave for carers
As the holiday season gets underway, employers should check they are on track with the new rules for carer’s leave and that they have a...
Jane Crosby
Partner, Head of Dispute Resolution & Accredited MediatorCommon Problems With Break Clauses In Leases
A break clause in a commercial lease allows a tenant (and in limited circumstances a landlord) to bring the lease to an early end. Often...
John Guthrie
Partner, Commercial PropertyStandard Terms and Conditions for Small Businesses: What Should be...
The business landscape, especially for small businesses, can often seem like a minefield. The key to navigating this successfully lies in establishing comprehensive standard terms...
Leah Whittaker
Solicitor, Commercial & CorporateBowser v Smith [2023] and its importance for Personal Representatives
Bowser v Smith [2023] EWCA Civ 923 is a sobering lesson for personal representatives on a number of matters, including what to do when contemplating...
Kerry Dunn
BarristerGetting ready to take your best shot in a rumbling...
There are rumbles of a revival in the housing market with inflation down and an expectation that the Bank of England will soon make a...
