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“A loved one has died, what do I do now?” – why everyone should seek initial advice from a Solicitor when dealing with Probate.

Dealing with the death of a loved one is emotionally taxing, and when the thought of having to deal with…
9 months ago
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Dyslexic chef serves up a Tribunal win for failure to make reasonable adjustments

A recent Employment Tribunal case has underlined the importance of making reasonable adjustments, particularly for neuro diverse employees….
9 months ago
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Why Charity Governance Matters: Lessons from the Sentebale Case 

Learn how the Sentebale case highlights key charity governance failures and what trustees can do to strengthen compliance and public…
9 months ago
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Advance care planning: How we can help you plan for the future

Advance care planning is about preparing for the possibility that you or your loved ones may need care in the…
9 months ago
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Who Gets the Kids? The Truth About Child Arrangements in UK Law 

Forget the custody myth – discover how family courts in England and Wales focus on child welfare, shared care, and…
9 months ago
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Should You Use AI to Write Your Will? Risks and the Future of Estate Planning

The rapid advancement of artificial intelligence (AI) has significantly impacted various industries, including the legal and financial sectors….
9 months ago
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Swearing at your boss: Career-ending or just a bad day?

The recent case of Herbert v Main Group Services highlights the critical importance of following a fair and proper process…
9 months ago
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The new FCA rules for tackling non-financial misconduct in financial services

The FCA released a consultation paper on the 2nd of July 2025 seeking feedback on draft guidance to assist firms…
9 months ago
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Business and Agricultural Relief: The Inheritance Tax Changes Explained

Inheritance Tax is often a sensitive and emotive issue for all individuals, but perhaps especially so when it involves family…
10 months ago
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Employee wins £16k after unfair dismissal over mock Irish accent

A recent Tribunal decision in Davies v Oscar Mayer Ltd offers a useful reminder to employers about the importance of…
10 months ago
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Legal foundations for a seamless online launch: Supporting a global hardware brand with the launch of a new online platform

The Herrington Carmichael corporate team continues to advise a leading regional firm of insolvency practitioners on a range of corporate…
10 months ago
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Advising a market-leading brewery on the acquisition of a Public House

The Herrington Carmichael corporate team has advised a market-leading brewery on its latest acquisition of a public house, further strengthening…
10 months ago