Neil Russell speaks to Clive Bull on LBC about law reform for cohabiting couples
Neil Russell, Partner and Head of Family, spoke with Clive Bull, radio host at LBC, on the Government’s proposed law reform for cohabiting couples. In his interview, Neil highlighted the need for legal recognition protecting the increasing number of cohabiting couples in the UK, currently at 3.5 million people, and how the new cohabitation reforms […]
Frances Murray features in the Dow Jones Risk Journal
Frances Murray, Head of Financial Crime, was recently featured in the Dow Jones Risk Journal commenting on the Financial Conduct Authority’s latest review of sanctions systems and controls across UK financial services firms. Commenting on the findings, Frances said: “The key question isn’t how many sanctions are imposed. It is whether authorities can still see […]
Neil Russell shares expert advice on UK cohabitation laws in Luxury London
Neil Russell, Partner and Head of Family, was featured in Luxury London magazine sharing expert advice on the UK’s cohabitation laws, the ‘common law’ marriage myth and key considerations when it comes to cohabitation agreements. Neil also commented on the impact of social dynamics in these agreements, as well as the potential for a Government […]
Frances Murray features in Law360
Frances Murray, Partner and Head of Financial Crime, was recently featured in Law360 commenting on the UK government’s new fraud strategy, which has put the FCA at the centre of a coordinated crackdown on crypto-related fraud and money laundering. Frances commented on the new strategy, saying: “Speed is important, but care is needed to ensure […]
Kate Ryan features in EPrivateClient
Kate Ryan, Partner in the Family team, has written an article published in EPrivateClient, which addresses the considerations individuals should take into account when it comes to the intersection between bankruptcy and divorce. Kate details the key issues to consider when the two meet, including navigating cases of potential deliberate bankruptcy, maintenance payments, the family […]
James Cohen features in EPrivateClient
James Cohen, Partner and Head of Private Client, was featured in EPrivateClient sharing his insights on the expectation that the United Arab Emirates (UAE) will ease expat tax rules. James commented on the importance of the area an individual relocates to when it comes to overall tax and residency position, stating “many jurisdictions apply stricter day-count tests […]
Frances Murray features in Law360
Frances Murray, Partner and Head of Financial Crime, was recently mentioned in Law360 in an article reporting the recent announcement of a new fraud unit investigating overseas scams. Frances commented that the new fraud squad is designed to “complement rather than compete” with the NCA and the SFO, explaining that “by acting swiftly on intelligence, the […]
Lara Nyman and Imogen Streets feature in The Sunday Times
In a recent article published by The Sunday Times, Partner Lara Nyman and Trainee Solicitor Imogen Streets answer a reader’s question who feels that their property is being overlooked by partygoers in their street. Lara and Imogen advise on initial steps that the resident can take if disruption from the partygoers persists, the homeowner’s right […]
Ben Marks features in Estates Gazette
Ben Marks, Partner in the Residential Real Estate team, was recently mentioned in Estates Gazette reporting on his appointment to Seddons GSC. Howard Freeman, partner and head of residential real estate, was quoted saying: “Ben’s appointment represents another significant step in the firm’s growth, bringing a strong and diverse client roster as well as a […]
David Seal & Emma Clifford Feature in New Law Journal
The appointment of Commercial Real Estate consultant David Seal and Solicitor Emma Clifford, were recently featured in New Law Journal. David expressed that he was “pleased to be joining a team with such a clear and client-focused approach”. Emma commented that she was attracted to the role due to the team’s “openness and collaborative culture” […]