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At Lawson-West Solicitors, we understand what an incredibly challenging position parents find themselves in when they are going through a divorce or separation, especially when children are involved...
You may find yourself in a position where you have issued divorce proceedings and reached a financial agreement with your ex-spouse...
Family Law Solicitor, Matthew Harcourt-Poole, explains...
Whether you are an employer or an employee we understand how stressful it can be when an issue arises in the workplace...
We are delighted to announce the appointment of Marta Crumbie - Associate Solicitor. Marta shares her thoughts on joining Lawson-West Solicitors...
With the winter days almost behind us and Spring about to blossom, what better time to start considering a bit of personal estate planning and reviewing, to get your ‘budding ideas’ onto paper...
Commercial Properties can be bought/transferred into self-invested personal pensions (SIPPs) or small self-administered schemes (SSAS) as a tax-efficient way of investing your money...
In the world of insolvency, few things are as crucial as the need to obtain legal advice as soon as possible after receiving notification of insolvency...
It is vital that a guarantor understands precisely the implications and consequences of what they are signing...
EOTs are a form of discretionary trust set up to purchase shares in a company; allowing employees to collectively own the company they work for. It is an exit option being considered by business owners in recent years...
Many people decide to change their given birth name for various reasons. This maybe because it is difficult to pronounce, religious reasons, it doesn’t suit their personality or simply because they don’t like it...
It’s that time of year again! The government's annual increase in compensation limits for employment tribunal awards take effect from 6th April 2024...
Often known as "squatters' rights", adverse possession is the legal process where a non-owner of land (‘the squatter’) can become the owner of that land and be formally registered as the owner at HM Land Registry...
Head of Family Law, Fiona Wilson, explains...
The government has now announced the annual increase in compensation limits for Employment Tribunal awards and other statutory payments...
With a General Election looming before January 2025, Labour has already set out its commitment to Employment Reforms should they win it. We list the Labour pledges announced in 2023, which are likely to form the backbone of an electoral manifesto...
The Government has now given guidance on the fire and rehire rules. A new code has now been drawn up by the Department for Business and Trade and is before Parliamentary approval...
To prevent you losing your right to forfeit the lease, it is imperative that you seek legal advice before contacting your leaseholder or carrying out any steps...
Employers be sure to follow the new policies being introduced this year...
2024 sees changes in the UK Employment Law - employees be sure to know your rights...
You may have seen recently online the story about a cleaner at a London law firm who was fired for eating a leftover sandwich...
The tribunal last month awarded £490,000 compensation for Lloyds Bank worker who was unfairly dismissed for using ‘the N word’ during a work training session...
Is your company talking about the Menopause at work? Is it time for a Menopause Policy? Director & Head of Employment Law, Vaishali Thakerar, explains...
Lawson-West Solicitors has a specialist team of fully qualified solicitors who can advise and act in an array of matters relating to children...
The UK government has announced plans to scrap mandatory mediation for separating couples. Family Solicitor, Matthew Harcourt-Poole, explains...
Here are some of our top tips to help you feel at ease, and make the most of your time with one of our dedicated family law professionals…
Our Family Team can offer advice and assistance to you, your family, friends and colleagues in protecting yours or their wealth, as far as ever possible, in the event of a relationship breakdown...
Meet Matthew Harcourt-Poole, Family Solicitor, who joined Lawson-West Solicitors’ Family & Divorce Law Team at the end of 2023.
As it is 'National Apprenticeship Week' we thought it was the perfect opportunity to feature our fantastic Apprentices here at Lawson-West...
At Lawson-West we continually strive to uphold our core values and so we are proud to share our delight in celebrating the total amount we were able to raise for LOROS charity during 2023!
Head of HR & Operations, Hannah Warren, tackles the topic...
Yesterday the Government issued a Consultation paper on reintroducing fees in the Employment Tribunal and the Employment Appeals Tribunal. Head of Employment, Vaishali Thakerar, explains...
When it comes to estate planning, making sure that your wishes are carried out after you die is important. Codicils may seem like an easy option, but they have pitfalls that can make them less favourable compared to making a new Will...
Senior Associate Solicitor, Russell Dowling, explains...
The Civil Procedure Rules provide a Protocol to follow for Professional Negligence claims. Some claims settle early, but others proceed to court. We can help and guide you through the process...
Director & Head of Employment, Vaishali Thakerar, outlines the changes in UK Employment Law which are coming into force in 2024
Senior Associate Solicitor, Rob Flannagan, explains...
The Government has introduced reforms with the aim of simplifying holiday entitlement and pay calculations in the Working Time Regulations (WTR)
Watch our expert solicitors explain more in this video...
Phoebe Skarlatos, Head of Probate, Wills & Trusts, explains...
There are differences between, and pros and cons with, the two structures; which the buyer and seller should understand before commencing the transaction...
The Ministry of Justice has invited both clients and professionals to share their experiences, shedding light on potential issues within the system...
Watch our Christmas video message... Wishing you a Merry Christmas from everyone at Lawson-West Solicitors!
We have written about this issue before, but it is so important that it certainly deserves a reminder...
Senior Associate Solicitor, Kate Lea, explains...
At Lawson-West we understand that separation can be an extremely anxious time for you. You will undoubtedly have lots of questions and want to talk through your options now and for the future...
The 3rd December 2023 marks the International Day of Disabled Persons. Senior Associate Solicitor, Kate Lea, explains more...
Our Dispute Resolution Team share their thoughts...
