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Roadmap out of lockdown 3 - Considerations for employers
The Prime Minister's four-step roadmap will "cautiously" ease lockdown restrictions in England.
Wife awarded compensation for housework in divorce settlement
Specialist family lawyer Laura Bond from national firm Clarke Willmott LLP examines the recent case of a housewife awarded compensation for the domestic chores she undertook during her marriage in China and looks at how the law compares in England and Wales.
Lawyers warn of lasting consequences of DIY wills
Specialist private client solicitors at a national law firm are warning people about the lasting consequences of making a DIY will rather than enlisting the help of a professional adviser.
Lockdown start-up netiro provides innovative new professional services platform
Two successful Bristol entrepreneurs have joined forces to launch netiro – a flexible new professional services platform that allows partners to be their own boss and manage their lifestyle.
What Brexit changes mean for business
Specialist commercial lawyer Amy Peacey looks at some of the implications of Brexit since the transition period ended, particularly on businesses importing and exporting goods.
What Finding Alice has taught us about the pitfalls of no will
ITV’s latest television drama Finding Alice has been a necessary diversion during these endless winter weeks of lockdown, but it has also provided a useful warning about the far-reaching consequences of a person’s sudden death, particularly when a will has not been put in place.
LAW FIRM PARTNERS WITH NFU FOR GREEN ENERGY WEBINAR
National law firm Clarke Willmott LLP hosted the first in a series of energy-focussed webinars, partnering with NFU Energy to look at green energy projects in the agricultural sector.
Separated parents in dispute over Covid-19 vaccine for children
Specialist family lawyers say they are getting increasing enquiries from separated parents about what to do should disagreements arise over vaccinating their children against COVID-19.
The future of property management
Sarah Manley, partner and commercial property specialist at Clarke Willmott LLP, looks at the future of property management in the months and years to come following the impact of several national lockdowns and ongoing uncertainty.
Osborne Clarke advises on £10m actual experience fundraising
Bristol-based lawyers at Osborne Clarke have advised Bath-based Actual Experience plc, the analytics-as-a-service company, on its oversubscribed £10 million fundraising.
Osborne Clarke lawyer named in LGBT+ role model ranking
Osborne Clarke's Gavin Williams has been recognised as an OUTstanding LGBT+ Future Leaders Role Model for 2020.
Fur Richer Fur Paw-Rer: Divorce lawyers report increase in pet disputes
Specialist divorce lawyers have reported an increase in issues relating to pet ownership and relationship breakdowns, with some clients opting for a so-called ‘pet-nup’ to avoid disputes should they separate.
Clarke Willmott advises on sale of WPL Limited
Wastewater treatment business WPL Limited has been acquired by Marlowe plc in a deal representing an enterprise value of £10 million.
Lawyers help secure £37 million loan for housing association
Lawyers at Cardiff firm Clarke Willmott LLP have helped secure a £37 million loan for Cardiff Community Housing Association (CCHA).
Clarke Willmott supports Ingersoll Rand to win Hinkley Point C contract
National law firm Clarke Willmott LLP has supported client Ingersoll Rand to win a major Hinkley Point C contract.
The Quiet Green Revolution
Dale Edwards, a Strategic Consultant specialising in Green Energy at national law firm Clarke Willmott LLP, shares his thoughts on the Government 10-point green plan.
Clarke Willmott advises on sale of home delivery firm
National law firm, Clarke Willmott LLP has advised on the sale of Panther Logistics, a home delivery firm with a £60m turnover.
Restrictions on landlords extended as the Government moves to provide further protection to struggling business tenants
Expert lawyers say relationships between landlords and tenants are now more important than ever following the announcement that the Government is to further extend the restrictions on landlord action for non-payment of rent by business tenants.
Clarke Willmott advises on sale of South West Care Home
Lawyers at national firm Clarke Willmott LLP have advised family-owned Quality Care Homes Ltd on its sale of Whitelodge Care Home in Fishponds, Bristol.