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Online divorce, but complex cases will keep their day in court

RIAA Barker Gillette has an excellent family team who can advise on all topics this article raises, including drafting pre-nups on a fixed fee basis*.

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The Employment Tribunal Strikes Back

A pilot who provided a fake reference from a Star Wars villain has been ordered to repay his training costs

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Overseas Entities: Public Beneficial Ownership Register

From 2021 overseas entities will be required to register with Companies House before they can be registered as the legal owner of UK land.

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Bump in the night for Airbnb landlords

Rule changes on short term lets could see part-time landlords hit by a new tax bill from next year if they let out their whole property.

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Oral modification of contracts

In a recent seminal case, the Supreme Court held that a “no oral modification” clause was legally effective

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Divorcing couples must be prudent in managing their settlement proceeds

The Supreme Court issues a further warning

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Insight

What is a trust fund?

A trust is a way of managing assets such as money, investments, land or property by formally transferring the assets to a trust fund administered for the benefit of others.

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The changing landscape of divorce

At RIAA Barker Gillette, we work with experts and professionals to achieve the best result for our clients in a friendly and non-confrontational manner.

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The benefits of having a will

A will gives you and your family peace of mind that your affairs are in order, putting less unnecessary stress on them during a difficult time.

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Should you include your children in mediation?

Examining child-inclusive mediation and whether it is suitable for your family.

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Making your wishes clear

Private client partner James McMullan looks at how you can clearly communicate your wishes when giving Power of Attorney.

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How employment law affects your business

Employment partner Karen Cole looks at when the employment relationship starts and how businesses can navigate their journey successfully to its end.

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