Clarke Willmott a strong performer in South East M&A market
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Corporate and commercial law
National law firm Clarke Willmott is ranked among the top five legal advisers in the South East for M&A deals in the first half of 2025, according to the latest market data.
Written by
Kelvin Balmont
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Clarke Willmott expands Manchester employment team with appointment of associate
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Employment
Clarke Willmott has strengthened its national employment law offering with the appointment of Associate Imogen Templeman, who has joined the team led by Partner Louise Rogers in the firm’s Manchester office.
Written by
Louise Rogers
and
Imogen Templeman
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Your up-to-date guide on the forthcoming employment law changes
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Employment
Here’s a summary of the most important updates for employers as we break down the roadmap for the delivery of the Employment Rights Bill. We are expecting a few changes to happen in 2025, but with most changes in 2026 and 2027.
Written by
Paula Squire
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Employee ownership trusts and law firms: Is it a realistic exit option?
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Corporate and commercial law
As the legal sector continues to evolve, many law firm owners are exploring new ways to exit their businesses – whether through a sale, merger, or internal transition.
Written by
Kelvin Balmont
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Law firm becomes principal partner of Taunton Rugby Club for new season
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Sport
Clarke Willmott has renewed its long-standing partnership with Taunton Rugby Club, becoming the club’s principal partner for the upcoming 25/26 season.
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Clarke Willmott urges support for retailers in autumn statement
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Employment
Clarke Willmott is calling on the Chancellor to provide urgent help to the UK’s retailers in her forthcoming autumn statement in order to prevent “a continued surge in redundancies, contract breaches and tribunal claims.”
Written by
Sharon Latham
and
Ken MacLennan
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Epping Forest case: Planning law, Use Class, injunctions and migrant hotels
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Planning and the environment
The recent legal battle between Epping Forest District Council (“the Council”) and the Home Office over the use of the Bell Hotel in Essex has spotlighted a critical intersection of planning law, asylum policy, and local governance.
Written by
Michelle Spark
and
Louise Clifton
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