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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...
Family Partner and Mediator, Katie O’Callaghan details why it has never been a more prevalent time for mediators, with Courts not only actively encouraging parties to find ways to resolve disputes out of Court, but now expecting them to meaningfully engage in it.
As reported by Property Week, a contractor has been found liable for
As reported in the FT Adviser, when farmers protested in Westminster at
It can feel like quite an uphill learning curve, being a first-time investor in commercial property. Here are a few of the issues that will be considered by your property lawyers as part of the due
For many family businesses, the ultimate goal is to preserve the legacy and pass the business down through generations. However, there may come a time when selling the business is the right decision for the family, as difficult as that often is. Partner, Charlie Hewlett details all in Family Business United.
The Government has published regulations which will mean that, with effect from 31 January 2025, leaseholders will be able to exercise the right to extend their lease or buy their freehold following the purchase of a
In Family Business United, Senior Associate, Alexandra Hirst details how dynastic family businesses should seriously consider introducing a policy of pre-nuptial agreements for family members as a standard matter of good practice.
As reported on BBC News, journalists can now report from family courts in England and Wales in what the UK's most senior family judge has called a
The intersection of philanthropy and politics has long been a topic of discussion, particularly as high net worth individuals and corporations increasingly appear to direct their resources toward addressing societal
Family Offices are increasing in number and significance, with Deloitte estimating that Family Offices currently manage over £3 trillion in assets. The idea of a 'Family Office' is, however, one of those that gets
On 31 December 2024 and 1 January 2025, the Home Office updated the Skilled Worker Sponsor Licence guidance in
We are thrilled to announce that Boodle Hatfield has been shortlisted as a finalist in the highly competitive Gender Equality Initiative of the Year category at the Women and Diversity in Law
In the Financial Times Private Wealth Partner, Julie Howard, analyses the impact of the updated non-dom tax regime on those UK resident domiciled overseas.
In December 2024, the Government published new draft legislation in the form of The Fire Safety (Residential Evacuation Plans) (England) Regulations 2025 (the "Regulations"). The Regulations form the response to the
Last year, we hosted a thought-provoking panel discussion looking at how philanthropists can navigate the Global South and have a big impact with their charitable giving. Hosted by Private Wealth Partner, Clare Stirzaker, the discussion was enriched with some leading philanthropy experts Clare Woodcraft, Jamie Fyleman, Jean Sattijo Tanudjojo, Kamal Munir, Dr Nitya Mohan Khemka and Sonal Shah. Where together, they explored case studies along with learnings from the new book ‘Reimagining Philanthropy in the Global South’.
Navigating family law can often feel overwhelming, with many myths and misconceptions clouding the process. Family law Partner, William Rollin explains whether a clean break financial order is a clean break from further financial claims by your ex.
The Law Commission of England and Wales has today released their long-awaited scoping report examining the laws governing financial remedies on divorce and the dissolution of civil partnerships. While the report does
Since its introduction in October 2023, the Gateway 2 process for higher-risk buildings (HRBs) has become a significant talking point in the construction sector. While the new system, overseen by the Building Safety
Navigating family law can often feel overwhelming, with many myths and misconceptions clouding the process. Family law Partner, William Rollin explains whether prenups are legally binding on divorce.
The UK hospitality sector has had a tough time in recent years, dealing with the fallout of Brexit and the Covid-19 pandemic, and more recently, the cost-of-living crisis and greater energy costs. In CLH news, Property Partner, Rajeev Joshi reflects on the impact of the Autumn Budget on the sector and looks at the longer term forecast.
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