News & Insights

Is the Government’s latest plan to reform home buying a real fix or just a digital twist on the old HIPs? Residential Property Partners, Saskia Arthur and Edward Allan, and Senior Associate, Kate Symons, explore how the proposed “Home Buying and Selling Reform” could reshape (or repeat) history.

What makes a Private Financial Dispute Resolution (PFDR) hearing such an effective and flexible way to settle financial matters? Family Senior Associate, Alexandra Hirst, explains PFDR and outlines how preparation, clear communication and a tailored approach can help clients navigate the process confidently without proceeding to a final court hearing.

How will the end of the UK’s non-dom regime impact internationally mobile individuals? Private Wealth Partner, Laurence Morgan explains the new four-year FIG regime in TL4 HNW Magazine – Next Gen Wealth edition, outlining who qualifies for it and the practical tax implications that may follow.

Get to know Private Wealth Disputes Senior Associate, Tom McPhail! In ThoughtLeaders4 HNW Magazine – Next Gen Wealth edition, Tom shares some of his goals and inspirations in a short Q&A.

What does the Supreme Court’s ruling in Standish v Standish mean for tax planning and the treatment of inter-spousal transfers? In STEP Journal, Partner and Head of Family, Emily Brand, analyses how the judgment confirms that assets transferred between spouses for tax efficiency are unlikely to be treated as matrimonial property. The decision offers reassurance to both family and tax practitioners and emphasises the importance of maintaining clear documentation to protect non-matrimonial assets.

As cross-border art regulation tightens, could collectors be nudged toward more liberal jurisdictions? Corporate Partner and arts specialist, Fred Clark explores the shifting global landscape in eprivateclient.

Last week, we hosted PAIAM at Boodle Hatfield for a lively panel exploring how philanthropy in the art market is evolving. Panellists from the V&A, The Twentieth and The Fine Art Group unpacked trends in ethical giving, climate-conscious support and the power of even modest contributions.

With the UK abolishing its non-dom regime in April 2025, other jurisdictions are implementing changes to their tax regimes with a view to attracting global wealth. Private Client Senior Associate, Clare Pooley, highlights why Italy, Switzerland, Greece, Portugal, Spain and the UAE are emerging as key contendersand why Italy may be best placed to benefit.

Thinking about a residential build or renovation? Engaging a construction solicitor early can protect your investment, reduce risk, and help your project run smoothly from start to finish. Construction Partner, Sarah Rock, explains why obtaining legal guidance at the outset is essential to avoiding costly disputes and ensuring your contracts and consultant agreements work in your favour.

Trustees of high-risk buildings could unexpectedly find themselves criminally liable as the Principal Accountable Person (PAP) if they are non-compliant with the Building Safety Act. Partners, Clare Stirzaker and Sarah Rock, and Trainee, Clemie Stent, explain the key duties and risks.

The introduction of VAT on private school fees has triggered a wave of independent school closures, presenting both challenges and opportunities for the real estate market. In Estates Gazette, Real Estate Partner, Sophie Henwood highlights the key legal, planning and financial considerations investors must address when looking to repurpose these historic and architecturally significant properties.

Sarah Rock joins host Amelia Fletcher-Blackburn at Causeway Technologies on their Deconstructing Digital podcast, to explore the legal foundations of digital delivery, from BIM definitions and the Building Safety Act to the Golden Thread and beyond. Sarah shares practical insights on embedding enforceable digital requirements into contracts and navigating the legal and operational realities of digital construction, so critical data doesn’t go amiss.