Employment v self-employment –Why the distinction really matters

Posted on 28 September 2021

Many employers also often assume people are self-employed when in reality they are likely to be employees for employment law purposes.

Divorce or separation in later life can be difficult, but you are not on your own…

Posted on 14 September 2021

Divorce or separation at any point in life can be difficult, but especially so in later life...

Dismissing disabled employees on capability grounds – don’t be hasty

Posted on 6 September 2021

The task of dismissing disabled employees on grounds that they are not capable of doing their jobs is a very sensitive one that needs to be handed very carefully.

Directors who invest in other businesses – Be aware of any conflicts of interest

Posted on 25 August 2021

Directors are generally required to devote their time and effort to the companies they serve and to avoid making investments which might conflict with their best interests.

Cohabitation agreements – Essential planning for unmarried couples

Posted on 23 August 2021

A frequent misconception shared by many unmarried couples who are thinking about living together is that they have some protection under “Common Law” marriage.

Divorcing and separating couples beware, the Capital Gains Tax trap

Posted on 20 August 2021

“If I divorce or separate, I can transfer an asset like property, or investments to my spouse without paying any tax….They are exempt from tax, aren’t they?”

Thinking about property development? Consulting a solicitor is step one

Posted on 11 August 2021

Before you begin any form of property development it is absolutely vital to seek a lawyer’s confirmation that you are entitled to proceed.

Placing a property in joint names – are you aware of the consequences?

Posted on 9 August 2021

Loved ones who place properties in their joint names may not give any thought to the legal consequences of doing so.

Making a will? This is why you should appoint a professional executor…

Posted on 4 August 2021

Family relationships can be red in tooth and claw and appointing relatives, rather than a professional, as executors of your will can prove a costly mistake.

What now for the landlord who wants to serve a section 8 notice? – changes from 1st August 2021

Posted on 3 August 2021

Landlords can be forgiven for not knowing what notice to send to a Tenant, what Grounds under the Housing Act 1988 to use, and more importantly what period of notice they have to give according to which Ground they are seeking to rely upon.

Why should I consider making a Business Lasting Power of Attorney (“LPA”)?

Posted on 5 July 2021

Continuity planning is a normal part of business life, and a key part of the planning process is to set out what should happen if you become unable to make decisions yourself.

Separation agreements – What are they? What are they used for? Are they legally binding?

Posted on 29 June 2021

Separating from your partner can be very difficult, and it’s often a time of great upheaval for everyone involved, particularly if you have children.

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