Commercial Property

Two solicitors explaining commercial property

Exercising a break clause – top tips for commercial tenants If you are a business tenant, a break clause in your commercial lease gives you valuable flexibility to move out if circumstances change, but the law on break clauses is full of traps for tenants.  If you want to be certain of ending your lease […]

The Perils Of a DIY Will

A solicitor explaining a DIY Will to her clients

‘Many people who opt to make a DIY Will do so because they think they will save money on legal fees. Unfortunately, this can lead to problems and unexpected costs later down the line for the family who may be left to unravel problems at a difficult time,’ says Gareth Humberstone, a Partner in the […]

Defending a Product Liability Claim

A solicitor reading into a product liability claim

Defending a product liability claim is not an easy feat for most people. Customer safety and satisfaction are key objectives for any manufacturer or supplier, as you seek to build and maintain a reputation in the market. Quality control plays a key role in new product development, even though it can be a challenge with […]

Wrapping Up The Administration Of An Estate After Probate

Two solicitors discussing estate after probate

Wrapping up the administration of an estate after probate can be difficult to do. Carrying out the duties of an executor is both a privilege and a burden for the estate after probate.  You have been tasked with ensuring that someone’s wishes are carried out after their death, and this can often be more complex […]

Heading Off a Dispute With a Distributor

A group of solicitors discussing dispute with a distributor

Tackling a dispute with a distributor is not always easy. Carrying out the duties of an executor is both a privilege and a burden.  You have been tasked with ensuring that someone’s wishes are carried out after their death, and this can often be more complex and take longer than you imagine.  Some people prepare […]

Development and Planning Agreements

Two people shaking hands over development and planning agreements

Your Trusted Solicitors for Development and Planning Agreements Development and planning agreements serve as the foundation for collaboration between parties involved in a construction project.  These contracts outline the anticipated roles and responsibilities of various stakeholders. Whether it be developers, purchasers, funders, landowners, or tenants, development agreements serve as the guiding blueprint, delineating the expectations […]

Due Diligence – Ensuring a Business Acquisition Benefits From The Contracts

A group of solicitors discussing due diligence

If you have spotted a great business acquisition opportunity and the headline figures look superb, how do you know that you will be getting the value and benefits in the deal that you had hoped for? The key lies in the quality and depth of the due diligence carried out by your advisors, especially in […]

Should You Drag Along Or Tag Along as an Investor?

A solicitor explaining why his client should tag along as an investor

Knowing whether you should tag along as an investor can be confusing. Becoming a minority shareholder or investor in a business may lead you to believe that, given the limited rights you will have, there are not many important considerations to take into account. However, even a minority investor needs to protect their interests as […]

Planning For Success In a Partnership Merger

A solicitor explaining the benefits of a partnership merger to a client

Where there is a good cultural alignment, a partnership merger can offer numerous benefits to two smaller partnerships, particularly in terms of sharing costs and resources, and access to economies of scale while potentially also reducing competition. ‘There are a host of commercial issues that one has to be aware of when contemplating a merger […]

Key Points When Negotiating a Promotion Agreement For Your Land

Solicitors agreeing a promotion agreement for your land

Do you own land with the potential for development? Have you already been approached by a developer? If the answer is yes, the chances are you have considered the pros and cons of a Promotion Agreement. A Promotion Agreement is a great way for a landowner to benefit from a developer’s experience in getting planning […]