In this charities and social enterprise conversation, Senior Associate Ruo Wu had an illuminating conversation with Dr Janis Wong, Data & Technology Law Policy Advisor at The Law Society. They discuss: - Janis’ role as the Data & Technology Law Policy Advisor at the Law Society; - what Janis enjoys most about her job; - some latest developments in …

Untangling the finances on a divorce can be the biggest part of the process. As well as legal advice on how best to divide assets, the input from an investment manager and financial planner can make the process run much more smoothly, both during and after the court process has ended, even for the financially educated. In the fourth instalment of o…

Whilst Family solicitors can guide the divorcing party through the various steps in the legal process, sometimes practical help in the form of a “Divorce Coach” is also needed to guide the party through the grieving process and empower them in their new life. In the third of our ‘Meet the Experts’ series, Sarah Ingram, Partner in the Winckworth She…

In the second of our ‘Meet the Experts’ series, Winckworth Sherwood Family team Solicitor, Charlie Geyton, speaks with Adele Ballantyne, Relationship Therapist at Eleda Consultancy. During their discussion, Adele and Charlie delve into the range of areas of Adele’s work, ranging from assisting couples whose aim is to avoid divorce to, for those for…

Pensions are often the single largest asset in a divorce, aside from the family home. However, because of their complexity, many couples feel daunted when faced with decisions over how, when and whether they should be split. In the first of our ‘Meet the Divorce Experts’ series, Sarah Ingram (Partner) and Charlie Geyton (Solicitor) from the Winckwo…

In our new charities and social enterprise conversation, Senior Associate Ruo Wu had an insightful conversation with Aarti Thakor, Director of Legal and Accounting Services and Stuart Wood, Head of Registrations at the Charity Commission for England and Wales: They discuss: Aarti and Stuart’s personal journeys into the world of charities; what Aart…

In our new charities and social enterprise conversation Senior Associate Ruo Wu had an engaging conversation with colleague and Employment and Data Protection Partner Chris Garrett on the impact Artificial Intelligence has for charities and in the workplace. Ruo and Chris discuss: the inspiration and key themes from Chris’ recent webinar on Data Pr…

In our new charities and social enterprise conversation Senior Associate Ruo Wu had a delightful conversation with philanthropy expert, researcher and commentor Rhodri Davies. Rhodri is a well-known thinker and commentator on philanthropy and civil society. He is the founding Director of the think-tank Why Philanthropy Matters, and a Pears Research…

In our new charities and social enterprise conversation series, Senior Associate Ruo Wu had an insightful conversation with barrister William Hopkin of New Square Chambers to discuss latest updates in the charities sector. Ruo and Will discuss: how Will became a barrister specialising in the charities field and Will’s advice to aspiring barristers …

Winckworth Sherwood Partner and Head of Education, Andrea Squires explains the legal implications of the British national strike action announced by the NEU. She addresses some of the challenges facing schools and answers some practical questions that have been raised by school leaders trying to make appropriate preparations for the strike days.…

When it comes to giving references, it's important to be truthful about your ex-employees. Winckworth Sherwood Partner Blair Adams, and Associate Daniel Parker explain a recent case of a woman suing her previous employer for malicious falsehood and defamation, and discuss when, what and where it is appropriate for employers to talk about their curr…

Winckworth Sherwood partner Blair Adams and associate Dan Parker discuss Fire and Rehire practises, and the whether they can legitimately be used during industrial disputes. Looking at recent examples of fire & rehire, and some cases mistakenly labelled as such, they explain what companies should be wary of, if considering that course of action.…

WS partners Blair Adams and Louise Lawrence discuss the recent research Winkworth Sherwood undertook on Equality, Diversity and Inclusion in the workplace, and offer explanations and examples of what companies legally can and cannot do under the Equality Act, as part of their EDI strategy. Read our 2022 report on EDI in the workplace, here: https:/…

In our latest WiSe podcast from the Winckworth Sherwood Private Client team, Emi Page talks with Partners Tim Snaith and Philip Collins, and Senior Associate Samantha Warner to get their insights and top tips when dealing with wills.Door Winckworth Sherwood

Over the past 12-18 months there has been unprecedented interest in Lasting Powers of Attorney in the media and amongst our clients, due in part to the pandemic and our ageing population. In our latest podcast, members of our Private Client team discuss some of the common themes and burning questions that often come up from clients on the topic of …

As we all know, the Government has implemented a traffic light system – of green, amber and red countries - in relation to holidaying outside the UK this year. From 17 May, it is no longer illegal to go abroad – or rather you do not need an essential reason to do so. In the third of our Private Business and Wealth associates’ Q&A series, where we c…

In a short Q&A Immigration specialist Kezia Daley looks at the British national (overseas) visa route, available to those from Hong Kong, who as of 31st January 2021 are able to apply for two periods of five years to live and work in the UK. In the Q&A Kezia covers: Who can apply? How to apply Applying as a family Applying from the UK Additional re…

What happens if you and your partner or spouse split and you have a pet together? Can you get a custody agreement to regulate the time you and your ex each get to spend with your pet? And is there anything you can do to protect yourself against a dispute about your pet? Hannah Gumbrill-Ward discusses in her podcast.…

What do you need to be aware of when making donations to charity and how can you make sure that your money will make a difference? Are you thinking about applying to be a charity trustee or even setting up a charity – if so, what do you need to think about? Join Sarah Jane Sahner from the charities team for a discussion on how to give money to char…

Do you have to go back to the office? What happens if you are at risk of redundancy? And what if your employer wants to change your contract? Daniel Parker and Aleksandra Traczyk look at how to navigate the world of work in 2021.Door Winckworth Sherwood

2020 was horrendous for the the retail and leisure property sector, with a lot of high profile administrations and numerous shop closures. Can retail sustain our high streets? What does the current climate mean for retail parks? What do the digital shopping trends mean for bricks and mortar retail? Partner Jamie Barton is joined by Senior Associate…

What are Lasting Powers of Attorney and who should be thinking about them? What is the process and how much will it cost? Are there any risks involved? Join Emi Page and Alice Edwards as they discuss the options and how families can approach these sometimes tricky conversations.

Is there any truth to the ‘common law marriage’? What happens if you own a property with your partner and the relationship ends? How do you decide who gets what? Join Hannah Gumbrill-Ward and Selena Arbe-Barnes for a discussion of the legal issues people might face when cohabiting with a partner and how they can provide themselves with some protect…

This is a recording of our admissions webinar on ‘How to consult on and change your admission arrangements’ on 24 September 2020. For more information please contact Theresa Kerr on tkerr@wslaw.co.ukDoor Winckworth Sherwood

Partner Theresa Kerr and Senior Associate Aida Smajlovic discuss the key messages for schools in light of the pandemic.Door Winckworth Sherwood

Karen Cooksley, Colette McCormack and Lindsay Garratt from our Planning team discuss the changes to the Use Classes Order and the impact on the General Permitted Development Order.Door Karen Cooksley, Colette McCormack, Lindsay Garratt

Jamie Barton and Amy Brown discusses the long term impact the coronavirus pandemic might have on commercial lease drafting in particular the predicted rise of turnover rent leases.Door Jamie Barton, Amy Brown

One of the frequently asked questions we had from landlords and tenants alike when lockdown became an inevitability was do tenants still have to pay rent under their leases. Real Estate Partners, Jamie Barton and Richard Perkins discuss how coronavirus might affect the commercial property sector with a focus on the impact on drafting of rent suspen…

Women are becoming increasingly empowered and investing is just another way in which women can maximise their wealth and security and stepping out into an arena that for many years has been mainly utilised by men. Jenny Judd & Nji Lorimer (London Capital) join Winckworth Sherwood’s Kezia Daley discuss investing in the UK.…

Boris Johnson has announced that schools are to close as of Friday 20 March for most pupils except vulnerable children, children with Education and Health Care Plans and children of certain ‘key workers’ who should continue attend school. Theresa Kerr discusses the impact this may have on Schools & academies and how they can prepare from this.…

Selena Arbe-Barnes discusses the latest developments in the law on civil partnerships which, as of the turn of the decade, have been made available to both same and opposite sex couples in England and Wales. She covers why the law has been changed, how civil partnerships differ to marriage, what the consequences of entering into a civil partnership…

Immigration Specialist Kezia Daley discusses potential impact of Brexit on immigration, and advises on the process for anyone wishing to enter or stay in the UK.Door Kezia Daley