Written by Soumaya Eddridi, Associate Solicitor · SRA-regulated · Last reviewed 28 July 2026 If your organisation holds a UK sponsor licence, it is essential that you understand the latest Home Office compliance requirements. From 6 March 2026, sponsors must not only provide sponsored workers with information about their employment rights, but also retain […]
Written by Farzana Naz, Director / Head of Family · SRA-regulated · Last reviewed 25 June 2026 Disagreements about childcare during the summer break are one of the most common issues in family law. What should be an enjoyable and memorable time for children can quickly become a source of stress for separated parents. […]
A change of Prime Minister does not, on its own, stop a house purchase or sale going ahead, and it should not automatically delay a transaction that is already in progress. Following Sir Keir Starmer’s announcement that he will resign as Labour leader and, in due course, as Prime Minister, many buyers and sellers are […]
The regulatory landscape for crypto lending and yield-generating products is rapidly evolving, with major jurisdictions converging on a common theme: products that offer returns on crypto assets are increasingly being treated in the same way as traditional financial investments. However, while this global direction of travel is clear, the legal pathways, levels of certainty, and […]
Written by Farzana Naz, Director / Head of Family · SRA-regulated · Last reviewed 18 June 2026 The moment you decide to separate, the financial decisions you make and those you fail to make can have a significant and lasting impact on your settlement. Protecting your finances during divorce is not about being adversarial; […]
Written by Marcia Howards, Senior Associate Solicitor · SRA-regulated · Last reviewed 17 June 2026 1. Selecting Your UK Entry Structure You must first choose how your international parent company (Inbound Franchisor) will hold its assets and manage operations. Master Franchise Agreement (Most Common): You grant a UK-based Master Franchisee the exclusive rights to act […]
Written by Farzana Naz, Director / Head of Family · SRA-regulated · Last reviewed 11 June 2026 A financial consent order is the document that converts an agreement reached between separating spouses or civil partners into a legally enforceable court order. Without one, even a carefully negotiated financial settlement remains a private agreement that […]
Written by Marcia Howards, Senior Associate Solicitor · SRA-regulated · Last reviewed 3 June 2026 There is an estimated $100 billion worth of Bitcoin alone that is permanently inaccessible, held in wallets whose owners have died without leaving anyone the information to access them. This is not a problem of the future. It is […]
Written by Marcia Howards, Senior Associate Solicitor · SRA-regulated · Last reviewed 29 May 2026 One of the most common misconceptions among company directors, particularly those who are new to the role, is that the “limited” in limited company means they are insulated from personal liability in all circumstances. They are not. While a […]
