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15.07.20
How long do I have to make a claim if I have been left out of a Will? The courts show some flexibility
If you are left out of a Will of a deceased person who you expected to provide you with financial support, you may be able to bring a claim under what is known as the “Inheritance Act” (or to give it its full name, the Inheritance (Provision for Family and Dependants) Act 1975)). There are…
Read more13.07.20
Restrictions of creditor rights during Covid-19
On 25 June 2020, the Corporate Insolvency and Governance Act 2020 (‘the Act’) received Royal Assent and is now enforceable law. The Act contains a number of measures relating to both insolvency proceedings and corporate governance, and for the most part intends to provide companies and their directors with greater protection and flexibility during covid-19 and…
Read more15.06.20
Laura Clews joins Brett Wilson LLP
Laura Clews has joined Brett Wilson’s family law team. Laura is a New Zealand qualified solicitor practicing in London. Laura worked for a Legal 500 Band 1 firm in New Zealand and her practice has had a particular focus on family disputes. For Laura’s full biography, please click here.
Read more19.05.20
Restrictions of creditor rights during Covid-19
Following on from the Secretary of State for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy (BEIS) announcement on 28 March 2020 addressing protective measures for companies facing major funding and operational hardship during Covid-19, on 23 April 2020, the Government has further announced that it will introduce temporary restrictions on creditor rights to pursue aggressive debt recovery….
Read more7.05.20
Brett Wilson LLP now offering family law services
The firm is now offering family law services to existing and new clients. The breakdown of a relationship is never easy, but whether you are married, in a civil partnership, or living with a partner our lawyers are committed to providing you with personal support and advice to achieve a fair resolution through mediation and…
Read more8.04.20
Brett Wilson LLP listed as a top 20 London specialist firm in Legal 500 survey on client service
Brett Wilson LLP has been identified by the Legal 500/Legalese as having one of the highest levels of client service amongst London specialist firms. The survey of the UK’s legal profession, saw 60,000 clients interviewed. The results of the survey showed that clients felt specialist boutique firms tended to provide a better quality of service…
Read more7.04.20
Civil justice system remains open for business despite COVID-19 restrictions
While much of our society is embarking on a forced sabbatical, there has been no respite in the world of litigation. In this article, we consider some of the questions those contemplating, or already involved in, legal proceedings will undoubtedly be asking. This article is intended to provide an overview of the current position. Details…
Read more1.04.20
Brett Wilson LLP to start offering family law services
From 13 April 2020 Brett Wilson LLP will offer family law services to existing and new clients. The creation of a department providing such services is part of the firm’s wider expansion plans which also include the firm moving into larger custom-built offices in Farringdon once social distancing restrictions are lifted. The decision to provide…
Read more26.03.20
Morgan Stack joins Brett Wilson’s civil litigation team
Morgan Stack has joined Brett Wilson LLP’s civil litigation team. Morgan is an Australian qualified lawyer practicing in London. She has considerable expertise in commercial dispute resolution and complex corporate recovery. For Morgan’s full biography, please click here.
Read more18.02.20
Freezing Injunctions and Spending Limits: Court of Appeal confirms that “ordinary living expenses” may indeed be extraordinary
Freezing orders are among a claimant’s most powerful weapons and the court’s most draconian powers. They have sometimes been described as the “nuclear” option given their potential impact on a defendant’s daily life. There are, however, measures in place to try to safeguard against their oppressive potential; to ensure they do not unduly disrupt or…
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