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Cyber Essentials Plus Security Certification

We take cyber-security seriously, and you can rest assured that the security measures we have put in place will protect your personal data from the vast majority of cyberattacks.

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Understanding Dyscalculia: Employer’s Guide

This article aims to provide a comprehensive guide for employers regarding dyscalculia, a mathematical learning difficulty affecting approximately 5% of the UK population. In it, we'll look at dyscalculia, its impact on employees and the legal obligations employers have to support neurodivergent employees.

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Flipping property and taxes

Whether 2024 will see a further dip in house prices divides property market commentators, while buyers play the wait-and-see game on the mortgage market. The lure of fast profits to be made while the market is slow draws many amateur property developers into the sector.

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We’re proud to support Update Your Will Week 2024

It aims to raise awareness of the risks of not having an up-to-date will and encourages people to update their will to ensure their wishes are fulfilled when they die.

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National Conveyancing Week 2024

RIAA Barker Gillette (UK) LLP is proud to be associated with a brand-new initiative to improve the experience of home movers and professionals involved in the home moving process.

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When dealmakers bite down on a MAC clause

Court ruling highlights the challenge for buyers if a deal turns sour. Any MAC clause needs to be well drafted, so it is unambiguous.

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Understanding the Roles of Executors and Trustees

When making a will, you place significant trust in those appointed to carry out your wishes. Executors and trustees are key roles, often held by the same people, but their responsibilities differ. Understanding these roles and their obligations helps you make informed decisions when planning your estate or taking on either position.

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Assigning or Subletting a Commercial Lease: What Tenants Need to Know

This article explains the key differences between assignment and subletting, outlines the legal framework in England and Wales, and highlights the practical issues tenants should consider before taking action.

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Completion and post-completion steps in a sale: Final steps for sellers

A guide to completion and post completion steps in a corporate sale including exchange, stamp duty, Companies House filings and key administrative requirements.

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How to protect your brand: A beginner’s guide

Trademark protection for businesses explained, including how to register a trademark in England and Wales and the key steps to protect your brand.

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Inheritance Act claims and letters of wishes: Managing risk in estate planning

This article explains who can bring a claim, the strict time limits involved, and the risks for executors and beneficiaries. It also explores how a carefully drafted Letter of Wishes can provide valuable context, demonstrate intention, and help reduce the likelihood of contentious probate proceedings.

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Transactional documents in a corporate sale: What sellers should know

Once due diligence is complete and terms are agreed, the focus turns to negotiating the transactional documents that underpin a share or asset sale. This guide explains the purpose of the key documents involved in business acquisitions and why careful drafting and negotiation are essential to achieving a smooth, dispute-free completion.

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