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If your child isn’t offered a place, you have the right to appeal. 21 February 2025 4 min read Neurodiversity at work: Legal requirements for employers Employment Blog Employers must meet legal obligations to support neurodivergent employees, fostering inclusivity and team success. 13 February 2025 6 min read Understanding due diligence in Mergers and Acquisitions Business Blog Considering a business acquisition? Learn the importance of due diligence in safeguarding investment and ensuring a smooth transaction. 11 February 2025 4 min read What is the 15 February phase transfer deadline and why is it important? Education Blog The 15 February phase transfer deadline is key for students with an EHCP. Learn about the process and deadlines in our article. 6 February 2025 3 min read Managing sickness absence on National Sickie Day Employment Blog In recognition of National Sickie Day, businesses must manage sickness absence fairly. Our article covers absence policies and wellbeing. 3 February 2025 3 min read High Court provides important guidance on the Local Authority’s ‘absolute’ duty under section 42 of the Children and Families Act 2014 Education News The High Court confirms the local authority’s ‘absolute’ duty to secure special educational provision promptly. 30 January 2025 5 min read Understanding Protected Commercial Leases Commercial Property Blog Understanding the law surrounding protected leases under the Landlord and Tenant Act 1954 is essential for commercial landlords and tenants. 29 January 2025 4 min read How to protect your assets via your will Wills Blog Secure your family's future with expert estate planning. Learn how tailored wills protect your assets from care home fees. 29 January 2025 3 min read Grounds for challenging a will: What you need to know Court of Protection Blog If you believe there are grounds to challenge a will, it's important to understand common reasons. 24 January 2025 2 min read Prenuptial Agreements: For the ultra-wealthy or everyone? Pre-Nuptial Agreements Blog Prenuptial agreements are becoming a popular choice for couples. Our article provides legal insights and guidance. 24 January 2025 3 min read Resolving your divorce differences in alternative ways: Collaborative divorce Divorce & Separation Blog The stress of a divorce and separation can be minimised if you and your partner are able to reach an amicable agreement. 24 January 2025 5 min read Family Mediation Voucher Scheme: Support for child disputes Divorce & Separation Blog Discover how the Family Mediation Voucher Scheme supports families in resolving child arrangement disputes efficiently and cost-effectively. 22 January 2025 3 min read Employment Rights Bill: Proposals and Committee Amendments Employment News The Employment Rights Bill is advancing, with key amendments on domestic abuse leave, extended paternity, and carer protections. 22 January 2025 6 min read Resolving your differences in alternative ways: Mediation Divorce & Separation Blog Many families going through a divorce or separation prefer to resolve their financial arrangements and child care in an amicable and civilised way. 17 January 2025 5 min read Settling family disputes: Solicitor supported mediation Family & Relationships Blog Families are increasingly exploring alternative methods for resolving disputes following a separation or divorce. 17 January 2025 6 min read Birkett Long: Finalists at LexisNexis Legal Awards 2025 Birkett Long News News We are delighted to be named finalists for the Wellbeing Award at the LexisNexis Legal Awards 2025. 16 January 2025 2 min read Load More
Secondary School admissions appeals: What you need to know Education Blog Secondary school offers are out on 3 March. If your child isn’t offered a place, you have the right to appeal. 21 February 2025 4 min read
Neurodiversity at work: Legal requirements for employers Employment Blog Employers must meet legal obligations to support neurodivergent employees, fostering inclusivity and team success. 13 February 2025 6 min read
Understanding due diligence in Mergers and Acquisitions Business Blog Considering a business acquisition? Learn the importance of due diligence in safeguarding investment and ensuring a smooth transaction. 11 February 2025 4 min read
What is the 15 February phase transfer deadline and why is it important? Education Blog The 15 February phase transfer deadline is key for students with an EHCP. Learn about the process and deadlines in our article. 6 February 2025 3 min read
Managing sickness absence on National Sickie Day Employment Blog In recognition of National Sickie Day, businesses must manage sickness absence fairly. Our article covers absence policies and wellbeing. 3 February 2025 3 min read
High Court provides important guidance on the Local Authority’s ‘absolute’ duty under section 42 of the Children and Families Act 2014 Education News The High Court confirms the local authority’s ‘absolute’ duty to secure special educational provision promptly. 30 January 2025 5 min read
Understanding Protected Commercial Leases Commercial Property Blog Understanding the law surrounding protected leases under the Landlord and Tenant Act 1954 is essential for commercial landlords and tenants. 29 January 2025 4 min read
How to protect your assets via your will Wills Blog Secure your family's future with expert estate planning. Learn how tailored wills protect your assets from care home fees. 29 January 2025 3 min read
Grounds for challenging a will: What you need to know Court of Protection Blog If you believe there are grounds to challenge a will, it's important to understand common reasons. 24 January 2025 2 min read
Prenuptial Agreements: For the ultra-wealthy or everyone? Pre-Nuptial Agreements Blog Prenuptial agreements are becoming a popular choice for couples. Our article provides legal insights and guidance. 24 January 2025 3 min read
Resolving your divorce differences in alternative ways: Collaborative divorce Divorce & Separation Blog The stress of a divorce and separation can be minimised if you and your partner are able to reach an amicable agreement. 24 January 2025 5 min read
Family Mediation Voucher Scheme: Support for child disputes Divorce & Separation Blog Discover how the Family Mediation Voucher Scheme supports families in resolving child arrangement disputes efficiently and cost-effectively. 22 January 2025 3 min read
Employment Rights Bill: Proposals and Committee Amendments Employment News The Employment Rights Bill is advancing, with key amendments on domestic abuse leave, extended paternity, and carer protections. 22 January 2025 6 min read
Resolving your differences in alternative ways: Mediation Divorce & Separation Blog Many families going through a divorce or separation prefer to resolve their financial arrangements and child care in an amicable and civilised way. 17 January 2025 5 min read
Settling family disputes: Solicitor supported mediation Family & Relationships Blog Families are increasingly exploring alternative methods for resolving disputes following a separation or divorce. 17 January 2025 6 min read
Birkett Long: Finalists at LexisNexis Legal Awards 2025 Birkett Long News News We are delighted to be named finalists for the Wellbeing Award at the LexisNexis Legal Awards 2025. 16 January 2025 2 min read