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No such thing as “common law man and wife”

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We outline the legal minefield of cohabiting couples with Stacey Collins and Philip Coates, paralegals in the family law and private client team.

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The impact of sport relocation in family law

Family law
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The impact of a ‘professional sportsperson’ career on families is often overlooked. For instance, when a footballer transfers to a new club, they might need to relocate to another part of the country or even to a different country altogether.

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The Times ‘Best law firms 2024’

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Clarke Willmott has once again been named in the prestigious Times Best Law Firms rankings. With our private client team receiving particular commendation for its inheritance and succession work in The Times’s 2024 list.

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Trade mark law after Brexit

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There are some changes set out in the Withdrawal Agreement that trade mark proprietors should be aware of in order to appropriately prepare.

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Commercial leases for landlords and tenants – FAQ

Property litigation
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Our property litigation team answer some common questions regarding issues relating to commercial leases for landlords and tenants.

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Contentious construction law

Construction solicitors
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Specialist team of contentious construction solicitors experienced in all forms of dispute resolution including mediation and adjudication.

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Phase 1 of Awaab’s Law to take effect from October 2025

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Social housing providers
On 6 February 2025 the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government announced the three-phase introduction of Awaab’s law. This landmark reform is part of their agenda to improve the safety and quality of social housing.

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Recoverability of litigation costs via service charge provisions: Can landlords litigate at lessees’ expense?

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Property litigation
The Court of Appeal decision for the above case provides further guidance on whether legal and professional costs can be recovered through a service charge.

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Case law update: An employee who said “I’m done” and handed in her keys had not resigned

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If an employee resigns using clear and unambiguous language, their employer is entitled to accept it. That said, the courts are aware that sometimes it may be necessary to take a more detailed look at the context around the words that were spoken.

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Advertising, promotion, social media and the Law

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The Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) completed a consultation of online reviews and endorsements, and marketeers’ use of them.

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