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No matter how large or small your assets are, it is always important to put in place a will which outlines who you would like to inherit your estate.

There are a number of issues that could arise by using AI to generate contracts, Chloe delves into the potential pitfalls for your commercial contracts.

As we kick off 2024, various employment law changes have been announced recently, which are due to come into force over the course of the year.

Like so many others, the construction industry finds itself in a difficult position entering 2024, as it suffers from the effects of a declining economic climate.

To ensure that there is a viable business to pass on, planning must be undertaken early to enable farmers to maximise tax reliefs that may be available.

Focussing on the misconceptions around pension valuations and the Pensions Advisory Group’s (PAG) advice on this in PAG 2.

The Information Commissioner’s Office has warned of enforcement action if websites fail to give users a ‘fair choice’ over whether or not to be tracked for personalised advertising.

The Divorce & Family Team at Birkett Long are proud to support Family Mediation Week and answers some frequently asked questions regarding mediation.

Early in 2023, the Department for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities published a consultation on proposed changes to the GPDO 2015.

A recent case ruled that final payment dates in construction contracts cannot hinge on VAT invoice submissions.

What is right for one person may not be right for another.

The complexity of pensions often leaves the parties wanting to ignore the asset in its entirety. It is a risky strategy as it can leave you in a worse position in the future.

Reaffirming the requirement to submit a proof of debt with sufficient detail which accurately outlines the nature of the claim together with adequate evidence.

PAG was reviewed and updated in December 2023 in “A Guide to the Treatment of Pensions on Divorce (Second Edition) 2024”, known as PAG2.