Clarke Willmott’s South West offices ranks highly in 2025 Legal 500
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The South West offices of national law firm Clarke Willmott LLP have once again ranked highly in this year’s Legal 500 guide, with numerous practice areas and individual lawyers being recognised.
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Clarke Willmott’s Chris Longbottom nominated for Legal 500 Northern Powerhouse Awards
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Family law
Chris Longbottom, national family law team manager and partner at Clarke Willmott in Manchester, has been shortlisted for the prestigious ‘Private Client Lawyer of the Year’ award at the Legal 500 Northern Powerhouse Awards.
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Déjà vu? Changes to the French Civil Code and forced heirship
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If you own property in France you will probably be aware that in England and Wales there is a great deal of freedom over the contents of your Will which is not replicated in many European countries, which often operate a form of “forced heirship” .
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Going through a divorce or separation can be challenging enough for anyone – but for business owners there’s also a company to run and protect, which your soon-to-be-ex partner may feel they’re entitled to claim a share of.
In 2015 Baby Lifeline sent out a Freedom of Information request to all Trusts to obtain a better understanding of the training that was being provided in maternity services throughout the UK in an effort to improve outcomes.
Documents to be used overseas often need to be prepared or certified by a Notary Public. A Notary Public is internationally recognised and authorised to prepare and certify the signing of many different types of document.
Businesses and individuals depend on their professional advisors to help them to understand and then to protect from areas of risk. However, if a professional fails to protect their interests, the entity seeking their advice can suffer severe financial harm.
Our specialist team of solicitors is focused on tenant lease portfolio management in the real estate sector. We support well-known brands and household names such as FatFace, Burger King and Lidl, helping them deliver real estate solutions in support of their core business.
