Much of the commentary on the July 2026 decision in the Court of Appeal of Anthony David Culligan v Diane Liza Rosemin-Culligan has focused on Wells sharing and the treatment of illiquid assets. But there is another aspect of the
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More about Globally Speaking October 2026 – practical challenges of international family wealthFrom 1 October 2026, changes to the UK’s right to work regime now mean that businesses will need to look more closely at contractors, subcontractors and individuals providing services through online platforms, rather than focusing solely on their employees. The
More about Right to work checks are changing: what employers need to knowHowever, in many countries, succession laws impose mandatory rules that reserve part of a deceased person’s estate for certain family members, typically children and sometimes spouses, regardless of the deceased’s wishes. These rules are commonly known as forced heirship. Where
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More about International pre-nuptial agreements: tips and traps for the internationally mobileEarlier this year the government announced plans to restrict access to social media for children under the age of 16, with this due to come into force in spring 2027. The proposals have prompted differing views, with some welcoming greater
More about The digital child: social media, privacy and parental disputesMaking a Lasting Power of Attorney under the law of England and Wales (an “LPA“) – appointing someone to manage your affairs in England and Wales in the event of you lacking mental capacity to do so yourself – is
More about Managing overseas assets: the reach and limits of a Lasting Power of AttorneyThe facts of the case are complex; a brief summary must suffice. Prax Lindsey was a member of a group of companies which dealt in crude oil, petroleum products and biofuels. It operated a refinery in North Lincolnshire. At the
More about Glencore Energy UK Ltd v Prax Lindsey Oil Refinery LtdIf any of the matters raised in this summary could affect your investment, occupation or development strategy, please speak to your usual contact in the team. In this edition, we have indicated a red, amber and green rating to indicate
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