As we enter 2025, the pace of change in the world of business and politics continues to quicken amid market turbulence and sluggish growth in the UK, a new and returning President in the US and a raft of other challenges both at home and abroad.
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Emily is a Senior Associate in the Commercial & Private Client Litigation team specialising in contentious probate and trusts, agricultural and agri-business disputes and commercial disputes.
How to increase the effectiveness of your lasting power of attorney
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Lasting powers of attorney (LPAs) are vitally important documents: they give someone power to make decisions about your financial affairs, or to make decisions in relation to your personal welfare, after you lose capacity.
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Nuptial agreements are an agreement entered into prior to marriage (prenup) or after marriage (postnup) is made between spouses to regulate the rights and responsibilities regarding their financial assets, including agricultural assets and farming business interests, in the event of a divorce or separation.
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Holly Smith
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The decision to sell any business that you have spent time building is significant and there are many aspects to consider. Our care home solicitors can help you determine your best case scenario and provide guidance on current market conditions.
Unlawful eviction and harassment – think before you act!
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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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Philip is a private client partner who acts for a large number of farmers, landowners and high-net worth individuals. He has particular expertise in advising on succession planning and the structuring of farm businesses.