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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.

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29 Oct 2021 The Autumn Budget: Residential Property Developer Tax (RPDT)

A key announcement in the Autumn Budget speech was the confirmation that the new Residential Property Developer Tax (RPDT) will apply at a rate of 4% to affected companies.

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27 Oct 2021 The Autumn Budget 2021: the key takeaways

After the raft of spending and investment measures announced by the Chancellor in today's Budget speech, one cannot help but feel a bit perplexed at the apparent lack of taxation measures announced to fund them. The

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27 Oct 2021 Dark Stores: A New Opportunity

Twelve months ago, you would have wondered what we were referring to if we had mentioned Weezy, Gorillas or Getir. Now the three companies are rapidly expanding household names.

All three are disrupting

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27 Oct 2021 Tusk Lion Auction, 2021

On Tuesday 9 November Bonhams will be hosting the culmination event for the global celebration of African lions, showcasing the magnificence of this iconic animal and raising vital funds to support Tusk’s ongoing conservation programmes across Africa.

 

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22 Oct 2021 Should I get a share of my husband’s crypto assets in our divorce? They weren’t included in our prenup but have now boomed in value

In This is Money, our experts highlight the position a spouse has with crypto assets that have significantly increased in value and were not disclosed in a pre-nuptial agreement.

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22 Oct 2021 Should I get a share of my husband’s crypto assets in our divorce? They weren’t included in our prenup but have now boomed in value

In This is Money, Family Partner, Harriet Errington highlights the position a spouse has with crypto assets that have significantly increased in value and were not disclosed in a pre-nuptial agreement.

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21 Oct 2021 Tips and Tricks for Developers and Co-Working Providers Profiting from the Flexible Working Revolution

Co-working space is not a new phenomenon. However, the demand for co-working space is greater than ever.

As organisations grapple with new flexible working policies, some employees are looking to recreate the

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21 Oct 2021 The increase in dividend tax: “another blow” to small business owners

In Accountancy Daily, Partner, Hayden Bailey considers some of the pros and cons of individuals paying themselves dividends from their company, as well as the risks involved.

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19 Oct 2021 Reem Al-Jumaily appointed as UK Ambassador of the Women Lawyers Group Middle East

We are delighted to announce that Residential Property Partner, Reem Al-Jumaily has been appointed as a UK ambassador for the Women Lawyers Group Middle East (WLGME)  – an organisation aiming to enhance the professional development of women in the legal field in the Middle East.

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13 Oct 2021 Average Stamp Duty bills are 490% higher than 25 years ago – will this change?

The London estate agency Benham and Reeves have carried out an analysis of the average SDLT bill across the UK over the last 25 years and found that the average bill is 490% higher than it was in 1997. This is an

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13 Oct 2021 The number of stately homes in the UK hits record high

Private Client Partner, Hayden Bailey, comments on rise in the number of stately homes in the UK which has hit a record high.

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11 Oct 2021 Is the UK too ‘stuffy’ for tech?

In a speech last month, Nadine Dorries, the new minister for digital, culture, media & sport, noted that amongst tech entrepreneurs, the UK can still be seen as a bit "stuffy".

The minister's words echo the

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04 Oct 2021 Where there’s a will and a couple of marriages, things get complicated

Private Wealth Dispute Partner, Mark Lindley comments on the importance of legal guidance in The Sunday Times as ‘blended families’ are on the rise, so are inheritance rows and while the stereotype may be archaic, valid complications remain.

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29 Sep 2021 Flex Space – a view on market consolidation (and six things to think about on the legal side)

The demand for flexible workspace has raised many questions. Associate, Hugo Brown highlights some of the legal considerations for those looking to buy, or sell office space to, a competitor.

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27 Sep 2021 Inheritance disputes reach record high in past year as Covid drives claims

Associate, James Woods-Davison reflects on research showing how the number of inheritance disputes heard in the High Court reached an all-time high last year.

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24 Sep 2021 Boodle Hatfield wins prestigious STEP Private Client Award 2021

We are delighted to announce that Boodle Hatfield has been awarded Private Client Legal Team of the Year (midsize firm) at the annual Society of Trust and Estate Practitioners (STEP) Awards 2021.

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24 Sep 2021 Surrogacy reform awaited by lawyers, surrogates & would-be parents

A recent report by the University of Kent and My Surrogacy Journey has concluded that the number of parents choosing to use surrogacy in England and Wales has

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24 Sep 2021 #BuildingResilience beyond World Green Building Week 🏢🌱

For those that were not aware, this week marks World Green Building Week. Organised by the World Green

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20 Sep 2021 An Art Lawyers guide to buying art at auction

Senior Associate, Becky Shaw documents the best way for you to prepare for the winning bid at auction.

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17 Sep 2021 Spouses attempting to hide cryptocurrency to evade the powers of the English divorce courts

The price of bitcoin rose above $48,000 on Thursday, signifying a rise of 10% over just a few days.

This is a timely reminder of the potential value of cryptocurrencies, many of which saw huge gains this week.