Neil Russell speaks to Nick Ferrari on LBC about the rise in summer divorces
Neil Russell, Partner and Head of Family, spoke with Nick Ferrari, radio host at LBC, about the reported rise in divorce enquiries that follows the summer holidays. In his interview, Neil explained why the weeks after a family holiday are among the busiest of the year for family lawyers, including how booked holidays and organised […]
Frances Murray comments in Law360 on proposals to increase accountability for online fraud offences
Frances Murray, Head of Financial Crime, was recently featured in Law360 commenting on a proposal raised in a recent Home Office review, Fraud in the Digital Age, that would hold online platforms criminally liable for fraud committed on their sites. Commenting on the proposal, Frances said: “Any new criminal offense would have to be approached […]
Saleem Sheikh comments on transaction taxes in the property market in EPrivateClient
In an article by EPrivateClient exploring what measures the private wealth sector would want from the new UK Government, Senior Partner Saleem Sheikh recommended that, to support the property market, the government should adopt a “more straightforward approach” to transaction taxes to improve market liquidity. According to Saleem, this can make it easier for people […]
Separated Parents and Summer Holidays: Practical Steps to Avoid Disputes
For many families, the school summer holidays are a time to slow down, spend time together and create memories. For separated parents, however, the long break can also bring practical and emotional challenges. Questions about where children will stay, how time will be divided, whether one parent can take a child abroad, and how costs […]
Soma Barzinji features in People Management discussing the Home Office sponsor licence crackdown and what UK businesses need to know
In an article for People Management, Head of Corporate and Private Immigration Soma Barzinji writes about the Home Office’s growing focus on sponsor licence compliance, with more UK employers facing licence suspensions and revocations due to failures such as poor record keeping, underpayment of sponsored workers and inadequate right to work checks. Soma highlights why […]
Visa Fees Reimbursement Scheme for Scale-Ups: What UK Employers Need to Know
The UK Government has launched the Visa Fees Reimbursement Scheme for Scale Ups, a grant scheme designed to help eligible high-growth businesses reduce the cost of recruiting international talent. For qualifying UK scale-ups in clean energy, life sciences, and digital and technologies, the scheme may allow employers to reclaim certain visa application fees for skilled […]
Charlotte Gir features in Citywealth
Charlotte Gir, Solicitor in our Private Client team, has been featured in Citywealth’s latest article exploring the enduring appeal of fine art as an asset class. Charlotte commented that record-breaking auction prices “should always be viewed in context,” noting that headline sales “are not necessarily representative of the broader art market.” She also highlighted that […]
Art and Estate Planning: Understanding the Different Types of Art Assets
Art is often one of the most personal and valuable parts of an individual’s estate. Unlike traditional investments, artworks can carry emotional significance, cultural importance, and unique legal and tax considerations. Whether you own a single valuable painting, a substantial collection, digital artworks, or rights connected to artistic works, understanding how these assets fit into […]
Dealing with loved ones’ personal possessions after death
When dealing with the administration of the estate of a loved one, there are several important matters to consider. The people responsible for the estate administration are called the Personal Representatives (PRs) and they have a duty to the estate and its beneficiaries to collect and safeguard all its assets. This includes personal possessions, as […]
Case study: Planning for tomorrow
Partner and Head of Private Client James Cohen and Senior Associate Natasha Southam recently advised a high-profile individual on a bespoke cross-border succession planning structure. The plan was designed to support his family, safeguard his legacy and address the complexities of holding assets across multiple jurisdictions. In our latest case study, we highlight how tailored Wills, trusts and […]