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The problems associated with ‘deathbed’ wills

Wills & probate
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While taking time, careful consideration and expert advice is the preferred way to record a will, sometimes the need to act quickly in order to change or obtain a person’s final wishes arises and this can cause issues for both the family and the solicitor involved.

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The significance of international post and prenups for professional athletes

Sport
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Professional sports athletes often move abroad to enhance their careers, in these scenarios a pre- or post-nuptial agreement should be seriously considered.

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The worry of slurry

Agriculture
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Our team are increasingly instructed by farmers in respect of allegations of slurry-related pollution into streams and tributaries. Sam Harkness outlines the steps which farmers can take to mitigate the risk of any pollution and prosecution.

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Understanding the significance of heads of terms in commercial agreements

Commercial contracts and agreements
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Heads of term can be problematic, particularly where discussions stall or the parties fail to enter into the main contract. In this article we set out the most common issues which arise in relation to heads of terms.

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Wake-up call for dutyholders ahead of asbestos consultation

Crime & regulatory
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Leading national law firm Clarke Willmott LLP is urging businesses to take note of a new consultation on asbestos regulations, warning that the proposals may signal tougher future enforcement and increased liability risks.

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When the game ends: Divorce in the world of sports

Sport
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In 2025, sports-related divorces are drawing more attention than ever. Here’s what makes them unique – and what athletes (and their advisors) need to know.

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Working with us in Birmingham

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We have seven offices across the UK including our new Birmingham office located at Colmore Row.

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“This blessed plot…” – The SDLT advantages of buying vacant land

Residential conveyancing
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From an SDLT perspective, buying a plot and then engaging someone to build a house on it afterwards may confer a number of SDLT blessings.

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A bombshell for beneficiaries: Mis-sold shared appreciation mortgages

Financial services litigation
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With probate solicitors finding themselves dealing with increased cases involving complex shared appreciation mortgages, specialist financial services litigation lawyer Laura Robinson, explores the advice clients should be given.

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A brief introduction to the Pubs Code

Property litigation
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The Pubs Code came into force on 21 July 2016 with the aim of regulating the relationship between tied pub tenants (“TPTs”) and their landlords.

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