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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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What really happens when someone dies without a Will

Private wealth
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When someone dies without a Will in place, the confusion and uncertainty that follows is stressful and time consuming for all involved.

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When the game ends: Divorce in the world of sports

Family law
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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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Wills, inheritance tax and adult children living at home

Wills & probate
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We consider the inheritance tax implications for adult children still living at home. Need advice? Call 0800 652 8025 for a free initial consultation. Award winning national firm based in Birmingham, Bristol, Cardiff, London, Manchester, Southampton & Taunton.

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An MOT for your Will?

Wills & probate
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Our lives and finances are not static so we should not expect our Will to cater for our changed circumstances without alterations being made to it.

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Can a divorce financial settlement be reopened?

Family law
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It is possible to reopen and change a divorce financial settlement, but rare. Our Family Law specialists explain when a court might allow it.

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Can Labour deliver more agricultural mutuals & co-operatives?

Agriculture
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With a new Government crossing the threshold at Number Ten this week, head of our agricultural sector, Esther Woolford, discusses how Labour will make their pledge to double the number of agricultural co-operatives and mutuals a reality.

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Clarke Willmott improves care home’s draft rating

Healthcare
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A care home with an overall rating of good received a draft inspection report with an overall rating of inadequate. We successfully challenged the proposed new rating leading to a higher rating in the published report.

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Common misconceptions of trusts

Private wealth
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The use of Trusts by legal and financial advisers as a way of managing assets on behalf of other people has tried and tested benefits. Trusts are often used in inheritance planning, tax mitigation, lifetime estate planning to name a few.

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Common pitfalls in Will drafting and the far-reaching consequences

Private wealth
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Tom Chiffers and Sarah Arkless private capital specialists at national law firm Clarke Willmott LLP look at some of the common mistakes made when drafting a Will.

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Considerations for separated parents when travelling with children this summer

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With Summer just around the corner, expert family lawyer Chris Longbottom is reminding separated parents who are planning to spend time abroad, that there may be extra hurdles to overcome to ensure that travel plans with children go smoothly.

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