Clarke Willmott represented farmer Andrew Guest in a significant High Court inheritance case. Aside from being a significant decision in this area of law, the case highlights the need for those involved in or contemplating bringing inheritance disputes to get expert legal advice as soon as possible.
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How to divorce well: What do family lawyers mean by a “Good Divorce”?
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When family lawyers talk about a “Good Divorce” they are generally referring to a separating couple’s ability to work together to achieve a fair outcome for everyone involved.
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When an employee is dismissed as ‘redundant’ the employer is indicating that this role is no longer required. This is a simple concept, but the law surrounding redundancy can be complicated.
In addition, different legal obligations apply depending on the number of employees you plan to make redundant.
The legal considerations of using a known or unknown donor
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For many, starting a family through donor conception involves a multitude of considerations to include social, emotional, and also the legal position of the family unit and any child born.
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UK-wide consultation launched to tackle dairy sector supply chain issues
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On 24 June 2020, the UK Government launched a consultation seeking to end any unfair practices across the UK’s dairy sector. This consultation is seeking views from dairy farmers and processors on whether future regulation could be used to strengthen fairness and transparency.
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