Claims against banks and other financial institutions relating to fraudulent payments
Financial services litigation
Insights
Payment fraud is a significant problem in the UK causing serious harm to individuals and businesses. UK Finance reported that in the first half of 2024 just over £570 million was stolen in payment fraud.
Written by
Darren Kidd
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A bombshell for beneficiaries: Mis-sold shared appreciation mortgages
Financial services litigation
Insights
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.
Written by
Laura Robinson (née Hazell)
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We are proud at Clarke Willmott to frequently be instructed by sports stars, leading sporting professionals, ranging from Premier League football managers and footballers to elite international and Premiership rugby players.
Written by
Tim Copplestone
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Navigating change in farm sales: 2025 in review & what’s ahead
Agriculture
Insights
As we reflect on the past year, it’s clear that it was anything but ordinary for the rural property market. From sweeping tax reforms to shifting buyer behaviours, farm sales have faced a turbulent yet transformative period. But with change comes opportunity and preparation is key.
Written by
Helen Lock
,
Rod Lloyd-Jones
and
Mark Buckerfield
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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.
Focus on our retail & leisure team at Clarke Willmott
Retail & leisure
Insights
The team, headed up by Amanda French, represents a wide range of Retail and Leisure businesses across the entire supply chain. Find out more about how the team can help your business
Written by
Amanda French
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Unlawful eviction and harassment – think before you act!
Property litigation
Insights
Landlords sometimes overlook the proper eviction procedures for removing an occupier from their property, putting them at risk of unintentionally committing a criminal and/or civil offence related to unlawful eviction and/or harassment.
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