Player personal data: Navigating UK legislation and the future of sports analytics

Commercial contracts and agreements

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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.

3 October 2025

Written by

Amy Peacey

Taking security for commercial debt

Banking and financial services

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This article discusses options available if a third party in a commercial arrangement is a corporate entity.

26 April 2023

Written by

Bethan Evans

Does a Will go out of date?

Private wealth

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While a Will doesn’t expire, it can become outdated if your life changes, so it’s important to review and update it regularly. Here are eight key reasons to consider updating your Will.

17 October 2025

Written by

Carol Hawking (previously Cummins)

Employee Ownership Trusts: A tax-efficient path to business transition

Corporate and commercial law

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An Employee Ownership Trust (EOT) is a legal mechanism that allows a company to be owned by a trust on behalf of its employees. It offers an alternative to traditional business sales, enabling owners to pass control to their workforce while preserving the company’s culture and values.

1 March 2023

Written by

Tom Potts

Focus on the Employment team at Clarke Willmott

Employment

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Clarke Willmott’s national employment team is led by partner Marc Long and supported by a team of 14 solicitors and support staff, including partners Jonathon Forrester, Louise Rogers, Paula Squire, Sharon Latham and Tim Copplestone.

11 September 2024

Written by

Marc Long

How manufacturers can terminate commercial contracts successfully

Commercial litigation and disputes

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As litigation solicitors who specialise in the manufacturing sector, we are often approached by clients at the end of a commercial relationship asking how they can terminate a contract with the minimum legal consequences.

8 August 2024

Written by

John Flint

Implications of bank of mum and dad

Private wealth

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Claire Johnson, a partner in Clarke Willmott’s private capital team, looks at the implications associated with the so-called ‘Bank of Mum and Dad’ and how parents can make informed choices about contributing to their child’s property purchase.

23 September 2024

Inquests – Frequently asked questions

Crime & regulatory

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If you’re a care provider, healthcare professional, employer or family member facing an inquest following a death, this guide outlines the key legal aspects and how our firm can support you.

29 September 2025

Written by

Bridget Sanger

Professional sport & employment law: Player & manager settlement agreements

Employment

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Tier 1 ranked sports lawyer Tim Copplestone looks into factors to consider when a player or manager leaves their club, resolving the termination of their current employment contract.

12 August 2025

Written by

Tim Copplestone

Protecting inheritance from divorce

Family law

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Many consider that inheritances ought to be ring-fenced on divorce for the party to whom it has been left but the law is not that straightforward. However, there are steps which can be taken to minimise the risk of inherited assets being “invaded” in the event of a divorce.

14 May 2023

Written by

Adam Maguire

Working with us in Manchester

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Learn about working in our Manchester office, career progressions and our people.

30 July 2024

Written by

Ed Foulkes

Player personal data: Navigating UK legislation and the future of sports analytics

Taking security for commercial debt

Does a Will go out of date?

Employee Ownership Trusts: A tax-efficient path to business transition

Focus on the Employment team at Clarke Willmott

How manufacturers can terminate commercial contracts successfully

Implications of bank of mum and dad

Inquests – Frequently asked questions

Professional sport & employment law: Player & manager settlement agreements

Protecting inheritance from divorce

Working with us in Manchester

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