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Making a lasting power of attorney – what to consider

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Some important considerations when making a Lasting Power of Attorney. Contact a solicitor on 0800 652 8025 for a consultation. Award winning national firm based in Birmingham, Bristol, Cardiff, London, Manchester, Southampton & Taunton.

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Pet custody in separation and divorce: Understanding the legalities and preparing for disputes

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Pet custody can be a contentious issue for separating couples. This article discusses the legalities of pet ownership and divorce.

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Resolving cross-border disputes: International arbitration

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Our specialist commercial litigation team can navigate both international disputes and arbitration proceedings across a spectrum of commercial contexts.

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Share schemes and corporate tax

Corporate and commercial law
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Thinking about joining a company share scheme or offering one to your employees? Share schemes can be a great way to reward staff and build loyalty, but they also come with important tax and legal considerations.

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Symptoms of memory loss and effects after brain injury

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If somebody is experiencing memory loss after a brain injury they may be diagnosed with ‘Amnesia’ Every brain is unique and this means Amnesia will affect people in different ways, we look at what these are for different ABI survivors.

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The long goodbye, or an early exit – weighing up the options

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Dealing with a departure from your team can pose operational and business risks, which need to be carefully managed. A business enjoys much stronger protection and greater flexibility when dealing with team member departures if it has a well-drafted employment contract in place. 

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There is no such thing as Divorce Day

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‘Divorce Day’ is supposedly the day of the year when the most divorces are started each year. Our Family law team explains that this is the myth created by the media.

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What does co-parenting actually mean?

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Paloma Faith has recently ignited a rather controversial parenting debate, saying that she doesn’t like the word co-parenting because ‘co’ implies 50/50 and she doesn’t believe it ever is. But does ‘co’ really imply equal care?

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What is ‘without prejudice’ and what does it mean?

Commercial litigation and disputes
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The purpose of this article is to examine how without prejudice privilege (“W/P”) should be used in lease renewal proceedings.

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Accidents Abroad and Uninsured Drivers – How should Damages be decided?

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Accidents abroad. Uninsured driver. Compensation rules of country in which accident took place or rules of England and Wales. Supreme Court decision.

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Checklist: 10 things you need to do when employing staff for the first time

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It is crucial to understand the many legal considerations involved with hiring new staff. Whether you’re a first-time employer or have never hired an employee before, there are essential steps to follow.

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