The impact of a ‘professional sportsperson’ career on families is often overlooked. For instance, when a footballer transfers to a new club, they might need to relocate to another part of the country or even to a different country altogether.
Written by
Paige Atherton
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Inheritance Tax Planning: Time is running out for farming families
Agriculture
Insights
From April 2026, farming families and landowners with qualifying property exceeding the new £1 million cap for 100% Agricultural Property Relief (APR) and Business Property Relief (BPR) will face a significant Inheritance Tax (IHT) liability.
Written by
David Maddock
and
Tom Chiffers
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Farm Business Structures Part 2: Should I incorporate my farming partnership?
Agriculture
Insights
Tom Potts, from our Corporate team discusses key aspects of agricultural business structuring in a series of articles, in this article he looks at when incorporating could be the most suitable option.
Written by
Tom Potts
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How the death of a shareholder affects business succession planning
Corporate and commercial law
Insights
The death of a shareholder in a private limited company has the potential to disrupt the running of the business, to create uncertainty and to raise concerns for the remaining shareholders and directors.
Written by
Ed Foulkes
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The UK’s social housing sector is carefully regulated by multiple bodies with the aim of ensuring adherence to the necessary high standards that have been put in place through legislation.
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Are your business terms and conditions sufficient?
Commercial contracts and agreements
Insights
Most businesses are being severely disrupted by the coronavirus pandemic. Once immediate concerns are resolved, many businesses may find they have more time on their hands to focus inwards on the internal policies and the contractual terms on which they operate.
Written by
Chidem Aliss
and
Amy Peacey
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Clarke Willmott steps up sports sector push with Manchester summit appearance
Sport
Insights
National law firm Clarke Willmott LLP is strengthening its foothold in the global sports and events industry, confirming its attendance at the Major Events International (MEI) Events Summit 2025 in Manchester this November.
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This article reviews the alternative dispute resolution methods which can be used to assist parties who are separating to reach agreement regarding child or financial arrangements, without the need for court litigation.
Farm Business Structures Part 3: How do I incorporate a farming partnership?
Agriculture
Insights
Tom Potts, from our corporate team discusses key aspects of agricultural business structuring in a series of articles, providing information on the different options and helping you identify the best option for your farm.
Written by
Tom Potts
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In the dynamic and commercially charged world of professional sports, contracts are at the core of legal and financial relationships. In this article we discuss how brands and rights holders can safeguard exclusivity.
Written by
Amy Peacey
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Harvinder is an associate in the banking and finance team based in Cardiff. Harvinder has experience in advising clients on a range of financing matters across various sectors.
