Why client experience and not knowledge will define the next era of law firms
In a recent episode of But Is It Legal? hosted by Simon Marshall of TBD Marketing, we explored how the future of professional services is changing. The message is simple, but it challenges long-standing assumptions. As knowledge becomes more accessible, it is no longer enough on its own. What matters now is how we deliver […]
School admission appeals: a practical guide for parents
After months of researching schools, submitting applications, and waiting for decisions, hearing that your child has not been offered a place at your preferred school can feel deeply disappointing. The good news is that you have the right to challenge that decision. The School Admissions Appeals Code (updated in September 2022) ensures that all appeals […]
Injury to feelings awards are rising. What employers need to focus on.
The headlines, unsurprisingly, focus on the numbers. That is expected. However, the figures themselves are not the key issue. What matters more is what drives them. Updated Vento bands The Vento bands have increased, meaning compensation for discrimination claims is now: Lower band: £1,300 to £12,600 Middle band: £12,600 to £37,700 Upper band: £37,700 to […]
Selling a property in France: what you need to know
Selling a property in France involves a structured legal process. Understanding each stage will help you move forward with confidence and avoid delays. This guide explains the key steps, from choosing how to market your property through to completion and tax considerations. Choosing how to sell your property You can sell your property privately or […]
Ending a commercial lease – how serving incorrectly can cost
Bringing a commercial lease to an end should be straightforward. In practice, it is one of the most common areas where costly mistakes are made. A defective notice can mean that a lease continues when you expected it to end, leaving you exposed to ongoing liabilities, lost opportunities and in some case, significant legal costs. […]
Just and equitable winding up explained: when courts will dissolve a company
For many business owners, the idea of “winding up” a company feels like failure. But in some cases, the law recognises something more nuanced: that continuing a company may itself be impossible. That is where the “just and equitable” winding up jurisdiction comes in, a powerful, but often misunderstood, remedy under UK insolvency law. Under […]
Martyn’s Law – is your school prepared?
The Terrorism (Protection of Premises) Act 2025 became law on 3 April 2025. It is commonly known as ‘Martyn’s Law’, in honour of Martyn Hett, one of the 22 people killed in the 2017 Manchester Arena/Ariana Grande concert terrorist attack. Martyn’s Law requires those responsible for certain premises and events to consider how they would respond to […]
New statutory rates from April 2026: what employers need to do now
April tends to bring routine increases to statutory rates. April 2026 is different. Alongside the usual uplifts, there are changes to entitlement that will directly affect how employers manage absence, cost and risk. For HR teams, payroll and leadership, this is not just a numbers update. It is a compliance and operational point that needs […]
Receivership in England and Wales explained: the quiet comeback of lender control
Receiverships are quietly re-emerging as a key enforcement tool in the current market. Recent data and market activity suggest a shift in this direction in the context of property-backed lending and privately obtained credit. For lenders, insolvency practitioners, company directors and individuals, understanding receivership under the Insolvency Act 1986 is becoming relevant again. What is […]
Employment Rights Act webinar: the employment law questions employers are asking now
Following our recent webinar on the Employment Rights Act reforms, many employers asked the same practical questions. Most organisations are not asking for theory. They want to know what needs to change in day-to-day practice as the reforms come in over 2026 and 2027. This article focuses on three areas employers raised most often: pay, […]
Protecting the Bank of Mum and Dad through cohabitation and nuptial agreements
The “Bank of Mum and Dad” remains one of the UK’s largest sources of property finance. With high property prices and strict mortgage criteria, parental gifts and loans are often essential to help children onto the property ladder. In fact, the bank of mum and dad has become increasingly relevant in modern property transactions. Yet […]
Understanding the schools and education white paper: Every child achieving and thriving
What is the white paper? On 23 February 2026, the Department of Education published the latest schools and education white paper, Every Child Achieving and Thriving, which sets out the governments long-term strategy for schools and reforms special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) in England. It is a document that outlines the proposed legislation and […]
