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Divorce for the Older Generation
May 7, 2026

Divorce for the Older Generation

Is it children leaving the nest, or more a case that the marriage has come to a gradual conclusion? Ian Giddings looks at older marriage divorce…

The Hidden Crisis:  Youth and the UK’s Unemployment Challenge
May 7, 2026

The Hidden Crisis: Youth and the UK’s Unemployment Challenge

Are younger candidates being disadvantaged in an increasingly competitive labour market?

Fuel prices on the rise: should I be commuting to the office?
May 7, 2026

Fuel prices on the rise: should I be commuting to the office?

Can you still afford to fill-up your car fuel tank when you drive to work?

From Awareness to Action: Rethinking Menopause Support at Work
May 7, 2026

From Awareness to Action: Rethinking Menopause Support at Work

With menopause action plans set to become mandatory by Spring 2027, Nelaksha discusses the importance of practical support…

Why Accurate Property Valuations Matter in Probate Administration
May 1, 2026

Why Accurate Property Valuations Matter in Probate Administration

How Lawson West’s Probate Team Helps Protect Executors in property valuations involved in probate…

Commercial Lending: Independent Legal Advice for Personal Guarantors
May 1, 2026

Commercial Lending: Independent Legal Advice for Personal Guarantors

What is a personal guarantee in commercial lending and why does it matter?

What Checks Do Solicitors Carry Out When Buying Commercial Property?
May 1, 2026

What Checks Do Solicitors Carry Out When Buying Commercial Property?

From searches, to title and ownership checks…we outline how commercial property lawyers add value in purchase transactions…

Why You Should Have a Declaration of Trust When Buying A Property With Your Partner
April 30, 2026

Why You Should Have a Declaration of Trust When Buying A Property With Your Partner

Many couples assume that living together creates “common law” rights. This is a myth….

Secure Your Business’ Future with a Tailored Shareholders’ Agreement
April 30, 2026

Secure Your Business’ Future with a Tailored Shareholders’ Agreement

How to create a customised shareholders’ agreement that caters to the unique needs of your business…

Celebrating Team Spirit
April 24, 2026

Celebrating Team Spirit

Lawson West Celebrates Team Spirit at the King Power Stadium on 23rd April…

Lawson West Solicitors – partners with Citizens Advice LeicesterShire, supporting Leicestershire SMEs ! legally compliant HR policies at fair prices
April 22, 2026

Lawson West Solicitors – partners with Citizens Advice LeicesterShire, supporting Leicestershire SMEs ! legally compliant HR policies at fair prices

Read about our Leicestershire partnership supporting employment HR policies to companies and community SMEs…

19th May – attend ‘HR in Action’ – a new, LIVE networking event – calling all Leicestershire HR Leaders!
April 22, 2026

19th May – attend ‘HR in Action’ – a new, LIVE networking event – calling all Leicestershire HR Leaders!

– a new live networking opportunity for HR Leaders and employers in Leicestershire…read more

Lawson West advises Nottingham-based Consultancy Firm on Share Sale and Employee Benefit Trust Scheme
April 22, 2026

Lawson West advises Nottingham-based Consultancy Firm on Share Sale and Employee Benefit Trust Scheme

Read Oreva Ojuh’s recent client matter on setting-up an Employee Benefit Trust Scheme and share purchase…

Announcement:  Phoebe Skarlatos joins Lawson West’s Partnership Team
April 1, 2026

Announcement:  Phoebe Skarlatos joins Lawson West’s Partnership Team

Phoebe joins Lawson West’s partnership team from 1st April 2026.

AI in the Workplace: Key Employment Law Issues for 2026
March 30, 2026

AI in the Workplace: Key Employment Law Issues for 2026

At present, the UK does not have a dedicated piece of legislation governing AI in the workplace… essential views from an employment law solicitor

Legal Director celebrates STEP membership
March 26, 2026

Legal Director celebrates STEP membership

Phoebe Skarlatos is delighted to have successfully completed the STEP Diploma and admitted to STEP as a full TEP member.

Legal Director and Head of Probate, Trusts and Wills at Lawson West Solicitors, Phoebe Skarlatos, has studied hard to obtain her STEP Diploma qualification.

Phoebe has received confirmation of her membership status of the Society of Trust and Estate Practitioners (STEP) as a full member and permitted to adopt TEP accreditation status after her name.

Phoebe said of her Diploma and membership news:

“I’m absolutely thrilled to have been admitted to the Society of Trust and Estate Practitioners, who are well known for their expertise in Private Client matters worldwide. STEP has provided me with the highest level of training in the area and my qualification only strengthens the team at Lawson West further. It’s great news that Lawson West now has three full STEP members – myself, Vicky Jones and Ashley Latham-Ross.”