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 has been named as a finalist in two categories in the STEP Private Client Awards 2025: 'Contentious Trusts and Estates Team of the Year (Midsize Firm)' and 'Family Business Advisory Practice of the Year'.
The STEP Awards are...
The latest development on leasehold legislation came on 21 November , when the Government issued a ministerial statement confirming its commitment to press ahead and implement the provisions contained in the Leasehold and Freehold Reform Act 2024 “as quickly as possible”. Partner, Simon Kerrigan details all.
Today marks the start of ‘Family Business Week’ – a week-long celebration highlighting the vital role family-owned businesses play in shaping and supporting their local communities, economy, and natural environment. Led by Family Business UK, the 4th annual celebration runs from 25 – 29 November and shines a light on the amazing work of family businesses and their leaders across the country, ensuring the contribution they make to our economy and communities is recognised and celebrated.
In this episode, Partner, Clare Stirzaker is joined by Karen Greenshields, Managing Director of Technical and Environmental Services at GAP Group and Neil Davy, CEO of Family Business UK to discuss the flexibility that being a family business provides in comparison to their public company counterparts and the importance of having ‘the right people on the bus and in right seats’.
The need for philanthropy in the UK has never been greater, Partner, Eleanor Sepanski and Associate, Sophie Harcourt discuss the need to unlock greater giving amongst HNWI in Philanthropy Impact magazine.
Emily will be speaking on a panel alongside Christopher Pocock KC (1KBW), Sital Fontenelle (Kingsley Napley) and Edward Floyd (Farrer & Co) where they will be looking at the latest developments in pre-nuptial agreements focusing on…
This week we hosted our annual Boodle Hatfield Printmaking Prizegiving evening. Celebrating our fifth year of partnership with
Last week, we witnessed the first and long-awaited Budget speech by the Labour party's Chancellor of the Exchequer, Rachel Reeves. In a moment of history, she is also the first woman to hold the office in its 800
Partner, Laurence Morgan and Legal Director, David Lingham outline the long-awaited details of the proposed changes to the “non-dom” regime that were revealed as part of the Autumn Budget announced by Rachel Reeves on 30 October 2024.
Partner, Andrew Loan and Associate, Will Timbrell detail the headline changes to business and property taxation announced at the 2024 Autumn Budget on 30 October.
Partner and Head of Private Wealth, Hayden Bailey and Legal Director, Emma Haley detail the headline changes to personal taxation announced at the 2024 Autumn Budget on 30 October.
In Todays Family Lawyer, Senior Associate, Alexandra Hirst and Associate, Pippa Cook consider the case of Re Z – a detailed examination of the complexities of the sensitive area of surrogacy law and the difficulty in determining an appropriate legal framework to protect the individuals involved including, most importantly, the child that is born from the process.
In Workplace Insight, Partner, David Rawlence considers the legal considerations of part time office arrangements for occupiers, operators, landlords and investors.
The Building Safety Regulator (BSR) is an independent body established under the Building Safety Act 2022 as the new Building Control Authority for all higher-risk buildings (HRBs). While the sector is widely aware of the requirement for BSR sign-off before the construction of new HRBs, property professionals and lay clients alike may be unaware that alterations made to existing HRBs (such as refurbishment works to an existing flat in an HRB) also require BSR approval. Partner, Sarah Rock and Trainee, Clemie Stent explain all.
On 25 October, Partner’s Hayden Bailey and Clare Stirzaker will lead a panel discussion at the 2024 FFI Global Conference exploring the challenges and opportunities of human longevity in reshaping succession planning for business families and how we must adapt the tools we use and advisory practices we employ to cater this paradigm shift in the working life of our client family members.
New UK legislation on tips came into effect on 1 October 2024, requiring employers to distribute tips fairly without deductions. Our Employment Associate highlights the key factors for distribution to ensure businesses comply and avoid legal risks.
In Private Banker International, Partner, Eleanor Sepanski explores how philanthropy can be more effective and fulfilling for those looking to make a meaningful difference by overcoming common concerns to unlock greater charitable giving.
The Renters' Rights Bill 2024 published in September 2024 includes revisions to the Housing Act 1988 that, if passed in the current form, will have a significant impact on the current assured shorthold tenancy
Boodle Hatfield’s Private Wealth team has been awarded 'International Legal Team of the Year (midsize firm)' for the third year in a row at the annual Society of Trust and Estate Practitioners (STEP) Awards
Partner, Zoe Jacob and Associate, Rhona Findley explore the fundamentals of the UK Ancestry visa – a popular visa route for African nationalities looking to relocate to the UK.
The Government published its first major new bill last week in the form of the Renters' Rights Bill.
Time ran out for the Conservative Government's Renters' Reform Bill earlier this year, with
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