In September 2020, P's wife ("W") alleged to police that P had subjected W to years of domestic abuse. P was arrested on suspicion of coercive and controlling behaviour and malicious communications...

When a shareholder dies without proper planning, their shares pass according to their will or intestacy rules, potentially forcing grieving family members into unfamiliar business decisions while surviving partners face uncertainty. Discover how articles of association, cross option agreements, and lasting powers of attorney can protect both families and businesses from devastating consequences.

UK corporates should be prepared to apply some administrative elbow grease when Economic Crime and Corporate Transparency Bill is implemented.

Navigating UK airport layovers requires understanding transit visa requirements. Whether you're staying airside or passing through border control...

With a little over nine weeks until implementation of the new Fixed Recoverable Costs (FRC) regime (previous article below) the Ministry of Justice (MoJ) has added an extra – and unexpected - layer...

The Home Office have announced various changes to a number of UK immigration routes, as well as the introduction of two new immigration routes.

We consider what a Form E is, why it is important and answer some frequently asked questions about how to complete this.

This insight concentrates on the legal position in England and Wales.

In March 2022, ONS reported that over the last decade the number of cohabiting couple families saw an increase of 22.9% to 3.6 million. With numbers increasing year on year,...

What steps can be taken to limit the potential damage that relationship breakdown can have on a business?

Following on from our previous updates, we have met further with the HMCTS DCP project leads and Mr. Justice Johnson this week and can update you further on the following relevant...

Generation Z is redefining family structures, moving away from traditional marriage toward cohabitation, non-traditional relationships, and alternative paths to parenthood. Understanding the legal implications of these modern family arrangements—from parental responsibility to surrogacy and IVF—is essential for protecting rights and ensuring proper legal recognition.

We explore elements of a capital reduction demerger, the steps typically involved and highlight some of the common practical issues.

As the global trading landscape continues to experience disruptions, goods and services shortages, jurisdictional legal differences, increased regulation and heightened industry and consumer...

We consider the recent case of Discovery Land Co LLC v Axis Specialty Europe SE [2023] EHHC 779 (Comm), in which the Commercial Court examined the meaning of "condone" in the dishonesty exception...

UK visit visa applications face a 20% refusal rate, with many applicants underestimating the complexity of meeting eligibility requirements. Understanding the genuine visitor test, financial evidence standards, and common pitfalls can significantly improve your chances of approval and help you avoid costly mistakes in the application process.

Planning to visit family or friends in the UK? Understanding the Standard Visitor visa requirements is essential before you travel. Our immigration solicitors break down who needs a visa, what evidence the Home Office requires to prove your genuine visitor status, and the critical factors that can make or break your application.

When a relationship ends, navigating the path to resolution requires careful consideration of available dispute resolution methods. From solicitor-led negotiation and mediation to collaborative law and arbitration, families face crucial decisions about which approach best serves their unique circumstances and goals.

A consultation has been launched and sets out the following proposals. The deadline to respond to the consultation is 17 October 2023.

In this two part article, we provide a case study on the importance of effective supervision, review the SRA's guidance and provide some top tips.