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.
We are delighted that Boodle Hatfield has been named ‘Contentious Trusts and Estates Team of the Year’ in the mid-size firm category at the STEP Private Client Awards.
Mark Lindley and James Woods-Davison collected the award at the...
Private Wealth Partners, Clare Stirzaker and Kyra Motley reflect on the rise in family foundations set up in the last decade, reflecting the changing attitudes towards wealth and growing focus on ‘giving back’ to society to help deal with major geopolitical issues such as combatting climate change.
In the Solicitors Journal, Associate, Pippa Cook explores the law surrounding international and domestic surrogacy and argue the need for reform.
Earlier today, the recently appointed Chancellor, Kwasi Kwarteng announced changes to the stamp duty land tax (‘SDLT’) payable in England and Wales on residential property as part of his statement on the governments new Growth Plan. Senior Partner, Sara Maccallum outlines the changes.
Today's mini-budget certainly contained a few headline grabbing items. One less flagged measure, however, is the loosening of the rules relating to the Seed Enterprise Investment Scheme (SEIS).
SEIS is already
With a rise in reports surrounding NFT and cryptocurrency scams, Partner, Kellie Jones and Associate Rosie Adcock highlight what strategies can be put in place by those creating, buying or selling NFTs.
The question of whether partners of a limited liability partnership ('LLP') should be treated as employees for Income Tax and National Insurance contribution purposes has been long debated.
The
The firm is saddened by the passing of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II. The death of the Queen, the longest reigning monarch in British history, leaves a remarkable legacy of devoted service. As the nation mourns, we commemorate her extraordinary contribution to the British people and the Commonwealth.
For some time, those advising clients on leasehold property, and specifically in relation to potential enfranchisement claims, have had to temper their advice due to the fact that the law is likely to change.
We are delighted to announce that Private Wealth Senior Associate, James Woods-Davison and Family Associate, Katie Male have been shortlisted in the 2022 ePrivateClient’s top 35 under 35.
When selling a commercial property, often sellers want to reach an exchange as quickly as possible in order to contractual commit the buyer to the purchase. There are a number of things that a seller can do ahead of
Private Wealth Partner, Clare Stirzaker was recently invited to partake in a
In the Family Business edition of the STEP Journal, Private Wealth Partner, Hayden Bailey sets out the advantages of a business having an emergency board plan.
Senior Partner & Head of the Commercial Tax, Sara Maccallum reflects on her career to date in Legal Business’ Life During Law interview series.
Today marks national dog day and pet owners across the globe are celebrating their beloved four legged friends. Many will agree that their pets sit at the heart of the
Family & Divorce Partner, Emily Brand provides expert commentary in the Financial Times looking at the following
Senior Associate, James Woods-Davison is speaking the at the ThoughtLeaders4 & ConTrA Private Client Summer School: The Ultimate Insider’s Guide, taking place at Downing College, Cambridge on 24th – 26th August 2022.
Today it has been announced that a new climate art installation, Swarm, by Leonie Bradley will be unveiled on the eve of the UN climate change conference,
Delays at the family courts have increased by almost a quarter in the last year, reaching a record high of 42.7 weeks for divorce cases to complete up from 34.4 weeks in 2020-21.
On this fact, Katie
Litigation Partner, Kellie Jones provides expert commentary in The Sunday Times looking at the
This is the sixth, and final, post in a series discussing the key points to be considered when negotiating heads of terms. In line with the other five (
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