Our team of experts shine a spotlight on new legal developments, share their views on the impact of current affairs, and offer insights on issues that could impact you and your business.
Boodle Hatfield, the leading private wealth and real estate law firm, has announced the arrival of two new Partners, welcoming Neil Biswas to its Real Estate team from Trowers & Hamlins and David Davies to its Corporate & Commercial team...
The Leasehold and Freehold Reform Bill had been making relatively swift progress through the Parliamentary process but was still due to be subject to further scrutiny and debate at the point of the announcement of
As part of the eprivateclient spotlight series, Construction and ED&I Partner, Sarah Rock was invited to share her views, experiences and answers to their ED&I focused Q&A looking at everything from the challenges in the industry to career advice.
The UK Government recently announced a delay to the introduction of its legislation governing allocation of tips from 1 July 2024 to 1 October 2024. In this article, we outline what employers will be required to do when the legislation comes into force.
The UK government currently brings in about £1 trillion of tax revenue each year, about 40% of GDP. Tax Partner, Andrew Loan considers what an incoming government might look to change in regards to tax rates and the tax base if looking to increase this revenue.
Private Wealth Partners, Andrea Zavos and Clare Stirzaker will speak at the Private Client Advisory and Litigation Forum this month. They will reflect on addiction and the impact on us and clients as well as dealing with death. The forum aims to garner debate and introspection on key topics impacting the private client industry.
Construction Partner, Sarah Rock is speaking at Digital Construction Week. Sarah will cover the topic ‘Ethical and trustworthy approach to AI – Why is it relevant?’, exploring the role of AI in enhancing efficiency, ensuring safety, and maintaining ethical standards in construction projects.
At the time of the announcement of the forthcoming UK general election, both the Leasehold and Freehold Reform Bill and the Renters Reform Bill were making their way through the House of Lords. The election announcement accelerated some parts of this reform. Real Estate experts, Simon Kerrigan and Kate Symons consider the recent developments, including what made it through the “wash up period” before the dissolution of Parliament.
Construction Partner, Sarah Rock provides guidance on what the principles of The Building Safety Act are and highlights the importance of seeking legal advice to ensure individuals are compliant with The Act, minimising the risk of enforcement.
Last week, Boodle Hatfield hosted an event by Global Philanthropic, convening some of the most brilliant philanthropic thinkers and doers in the world to delve into the intersections of philanthropy and
Hourani & Partners have highlighted in their overview of estate and succession planning for the 19th Annual International Estate Planning Institute – STEP New York,
In the tenth episode of The Lessons in Legacy Podcast, Partners
In WealthBriefing, Head of Private Wealth, Hayden Bailey and Associate, Alex Gamble consider the importance of succession planning when individuals have a digital footprint.
In the latest episode of The Lessons in Legacy Podcast, Clare Stirzaker, Hayden Bailey, Katie O’Callaghan and Nicola Bushby discuss a series of topics that can often be underestimated when it comes to planning for the future.
Late last month Sky News reported that, Grocery delivery app, Getir was preparing to exit UK
Private Wealth Partner, Julie Howard was delighted to contribute her expertise to ‘The Practical Guide for Wealthy Families and Family Offices’ - a new publication authored by VG Directors, Paul
Coinciding with Dying Matters Week by Hospice UK, an important awareness campaign regarding preparing for death and considering legacy, we are excited to announce our Charity of the Year. From 1 April 2024, Boodle Hatfield are partnering with the Royal Trinity Hospice, a south west and central London hospice providing specialist palliative and end of life care for people living in Wandsworth and parts of Lambeth, Merton, Westminster, Hammersmith & Fulham, Kensington & Chelsea and Richmond.
Companies House fees have increased as of 1 May 2024, and the increase is quite significant. This will affect all new and existing UK companies.
Last month, it cost £10 to incorporate a new company and £13 to
To mark Lesbian Visibility Week, Construction Partner, Sarah Rock has been featured in DIVA Magazine’s ‘Legally Lesbian’ segment on why lesbian visibility is important. The list of 25 empowering individuals
It is perhaps not surprising that many have lost track of quite where we are in terms of leasehold reform. But to provide a timely update, this week saw the start of the four day Committee Stage of the Leasehold and
Senior Associate, Fred Clark and Trainee, Abi Meho provide a summary and analysis of the key issues and market concerns around the incoming New EU Import Regulation on Cultural Goods.