Our clients share their experiences of the firm

As competition increases from within the legal profession and from those outside it offering legal services we have made plans to face the new era, David Gower, Evelyn Heyes, Martin Howe, Emily Blanden and Jeremy Cuthbert share their experiences of the firm.

what happens when WIlls are not signed properly?

Richard Rodway looks at the recent Court of Appeal decision in a case where a husband and wife erroneously signed each other's Wills, and not their own.

Leasehold property? How long's the lease?

If you have a leasehold property, you should check the time remaining on the lease.  Your home may not be as valuable and secure as you think. You may need to take action to protect your property, and as soon as possible.

allegations of 'coercion' give rise to a contested Will

Richard Rodway looks at the recent decision in a case where a late change of Will and re-marriage provides the backdrop to allegations of coercion and undue influence.

Court of Appeal dismisses 'Death Bed Will'

Richard Rodway looks at the Court of Appeal decision in the long running saga involving a challenge to a 'death bed' Will

entitlement to paid holiday without having worked?

The European Court of Justice has ruled on the minimum period of work required to establish entitlement to paid leave.

Courts to continue to uphold Pre-Nuptial Agreements?

Richard Rodway looks at the first contested 'Pre-Nup' case in the High Court since the landmark decision in 'Radmacher' in 2010.

new rights for 'Co-habitees'?

Richard Rodway looks at the Law Commission's plans to chance the position of a Cohabitee in the event of the death of their partner.

long awaited Court decision in relation to non-married cohabitees

Sandra Marshall looks at the recent Supreme Court decision which has huge implications for non-married couples considering buying a property together, or who are already living together.

moving business premises - questions and answers

Frances Markham looks at common questions over moving business premises, and the answers.

new rules to reduce unfair dismissal claims

Susan Robertson looks at the Government announcement which will reduce the amound of unfair dismissal claims

new rights for Agency workers

Susan Robertson discusses the impact of the Agency Workers Regulations which come into force on 1st October 2011, causing headaches for hirers and agencies.

documentation required to be registered by Companies

Stuart Mullins looks at one of the implications of the Companies Act 2006 that has seen little discussion, and the changes introduced to the statutory registers that a company is obliged to keep under the law

children from 'bigamous marriage' inherit from family trust

Richard Rodway looks at the recent High Court decision in an unusual case involving a family trust and a bigamous Duke

relocation of a child abroad upon separation

a new decision of the Court of Appeal appears to have changed the approach of the Court to an application by one parent to take a child permanently to another country to live.

tenants eligible for right to manage?

Stuart Mullins looks at the ability of tenants to take control of the management of common parts in a block of flats

a landlord's responsibility

the Court of Appeal rules on the question of responsibility for plastering of a rental property.

failure or refusal of executor to act

Richard Rodway considers what you can do when a co-executor does not engage in the administration of the deceased's estate.

grounds for divorce

Richard Rodway discusses how 'unreasonable behaviour' does not have to be as severe as it sounds, increasingly common examples of it, and how it presents a swift means ot achieving a divorce.

when hospitality becomes bribery - a no go for business

Susan Robertson considers legislation that comes into force in July 2011 and its effects on businesses

no pre-nup for Prince William? Time for a post-nup?

on the eve of the most televised Wedding in history, Richard Rodway explores how Prince William and Kate Middleton could have (or still could) protected their pre-marital wealth in the event that the marriage should ultimately fail 

no will? - the problems with intestacy

a recent Court decision demonstrates the practical difficulties that can arise on death, where you have not made a Will.

concerns over lack of mediators

Only 48 hours into the new world of 'compulsory' mediation, Resolution has expressed concern at a lack of qualified mediators.

bad news for rights of grandparents

An interim family justice report has made recommendations in relation to applications for Court Orders in child(ren) disputes.

retirement provisions and business

Susan Robertson discusses the changes in retirement provisions from 6th April 2011 and its affect on business.

mediation a must before Court

Sandra Marshall is the family team's mediator.  From 6th April 2011, it will be necessary to attend at least a mediation information meeting before being able to make certain 'family' applications to the Court

Pre-Nuptial Agreement held to be binding

In a landmark, the Supreme Court (which replaced the House of Lords as the highest Court in the UK in October 2009) has decided that a pre-marital agreement made in favour of a German heiress is legally binding. In July 2009, Julia Drury detailed&

why have a solicitor prepare your will?

Gavin Henshaw discusses the pitfalls of having a 'will-writer' prepare your Will rather than a solicitor.

frivolous spending, disposal of assets, and divorce.

Richard Rodway considers the ramifications in divorces of one party spending more than they need, and their disposal of assets

child abduction becoming an increasing problem

Julia Drury discusses International Child Abduction, the awareness of it becoming an increasing problem, and the services and action available to combat the same

the cost to business of World Cup football

amidst the excitement of the imminent start of the football World Cup in South Africa, Susan Robertson discusses the problems businesses may face in the UK as a consequence.

May 2010 Video Briefing

Alexis Lane discusses the legal advice and services that businesses need to consider.

able to divorce in more than one country?

Richard Rodway discusses how people may now be looking to bring a claim for further financial relief in another country, where they are not satisfied with the financial Order made in the country where they were divorced.

February 2010 Video Briefing

Susan Robertson discusses what parents and grandparents may need to think about, and how the Head Partnership Solicitors can help

what's in store for businesses in 2010?

Susan Robertson looks at the year ahead and legal developments that are in store for businesses

January 2010 Video Briefing

Julia Drury looks at relationship problems and the help that the Head Partnership Solicitors can provide. 

November 2009 Video Legal Briefing

Gavin Henshaw discusses the issues and legal services that young professionals need to consider.

rights and options for consumers

Frances Redding discusses the options open to dissatisfied customers.

cohabitation agreements, and the myth of common law marriage

Richard Rodway discusses the law surrounding unmarried couples, and the benefit of cohabitation agreements

risk management for companies

Stuart Mullins discusses compliance with the Companies Acts, and the avoidance of sanctions for breaches

employee forced to repay 'notice pay'

In the wake of a recent case ruled upon by the Court of Appeal, employees may find that they have to repay notice pay given to them by their employers on termination of their employment. The case before the Court of Appeal was originally issued in the

am I an employee?

Susan Robertson discusses the implications of a company director or shareholder being an employee.

August 2009 Legal Video Briefing

Mo Fox discusses Collaborative Law and how it may be a better approach for some people dealing with family disputes

Court enforces Pre-Nuptial Agreement

The Court of Appeal has upheld a pre-nuptial agreement entered into by the Husband and Wife prior to their marriage in 1998.

July 2009 Legal Video Briefing

Jill Dean discusses equity release schemes and lifetime mortgages as an alternative means of generating income

large divorce pay out for wife 22 years after separation

Julia Drury considers the recently reported decision in a divorce case that the wife should receive a settlement of £220,000.00 notwithstanding the fact that the parties separated in 1986 at a time when neither husband or wife had any assets

complying with Contact Orders

Richard Rodway considers the consequences of not complying with Orders providing for contact between a parent and their child(ren) post separation

IT Contracts for the Supply of Software Services and Products

Malcolm Head discusses the need of consumers and suppliers for the more effective and efficient delivery of IT services, and what this entails.

May 2009 Video Briefing

Susan Robertson considers what businesses must bear in mind when considering restructuring or redundancies.

Commercial Property Leases - A Green Approach?

Some of London’s biggest commercial landlords have launched best practice guidance to enable commercial landlords and tenants to have regard to the environmental consequences of commercial leases.

April 2009 Video Briefing

Malcolm Head discusses the property market and it's impact on residential conveyancing.

October 2008 Video Briefing

Susan Robertson discusses the benefits to businesses of non-disclosure agreements.

September 2008 Video Briefing

Stuart Mullins discusses the Commercial team’s offer of a free two hour review to companies, in light of the impact of the Companies Act 2006.

April 2008 Video Briefing

Jill Dean discusses Inheritance Tax, the demise of Enduring Powers of Attorney and the creation of Lasting Powers of Attorney.