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Understanding your rights as part of a cohabiting couple

Understanding your rights as part of a cohabiting couple

In recent decades in the UK, more couples have decided to live together without marrying or entering a civil partnership. There is a common misconception that living together for a significant period grants partners the same rights as those in a legal marriage, known as a common-law marriage.

Protecting your family

Protecting your family

Alongside common New Year’s resolutions of improving health and managing finances, it is also an excellent time to consider legal steps that can help safeguard your family’s future.

One of the most important actions you can take is to write or update your will.

Harnessing global talent to boost UK businesses

Harnessing global talent to boost UK businesses

The UK recruitment market continues to face numerous challenges, particularly in hiring for sectors such as healthcare and hospitality. We know that the new immigration system introduced after Brexit had a significant impact on this.

Why your SME needs employment law guidance in 2025

Why your SME needs employment law guidance in 2025

2025 will undoubtedly bring increasingly complex changes in employment law for UK businesses. Given the recent change to a Labour Government and significant anticipated revisions made to existing laws, ensuring compliance in your company is more important than ever.

Understanding and resolving inheritance disputes

Understanding and resolving inheritance disputes

In the UK, there has been a noticeable increase in inheritance disputes. Attributed to rises in second marriages and blended families, coupled with the escalating value of estates, more people are becoming caught up in emotionally distressing disagreements after a loved one has passed away.

Understanding Child Arrangement Orders

Understanding Child Arrangement Orders

As a parent going through a divorce or separation, the journey can present emotional and legal complexities, even more so when children are involved.

Obtaining the necessary knowledge and assistance is crucial in making well-informed decisions that prioritise the best interests of your children. Your initial step should be to understand your rights and responsibilities.

Safeguarding your family business during divorce

Safeguarding your family business during divorce

With recent stats suggesting that 42% of marriages ended in divorce and 4.8 million family businesses in the UK last year, this month’s blog gives an insight into the aspects you need to consider should you need to protect your livelihood during matrimonial difficulties.