The article explores how gifts left to charitable trusts under existing wills may no longer automatically qualify for inheritance tax relief following changes introduced by the Government. As a result, some estates could face an unexpected inheritance tax charge unless
More about Private Client Partner quoted on changes to inheritance tax relief for charitable trustsThe article explores the continued growth of the London City 7s and its ambition to combine world-class rugby sevens with business networking opportunities in the heart of the City. Peter commented on Wedlake Bell’s support of the event, highlighting its
More about Business Development and Marketing Director featured in London City 7s previewIn the article, Edward discusses the experiences that have shaped his leadership approach, the importance of maintaining a collaborative culture, and the challenges of improving client delivery and efficiency as technology and AI continue to evolve. He also shares advice
More about Head of Disputes featured in Law360’s Practice Leader Insights seriesEffective from 7 September 2026, the appointments span Private Client (Offshore), Construction, Family, Commercial Property (Core), Insolvency, Art & Luxury and iGlobal, the firm’s specialist international labour and compliance law business, supporting the firm’s continued growth and investment in developing
More about Wedlake Bell strengthens key practice areas with seven newly qualified solicitorsThe ruling overturned an earlier Employment Tribunal decision and found that Next was entitled to pay its warehouse workers more than its shop assistants, accepting that recruitment and retention pressures in the warehouse labour market provided a legitimate business justification
More about Employment Partner quoted on Next equal pay appealThe Spear’s Landed Estate Lawyers Index is an annual guide to leading advisers and lawyers who support agribusinesses, farmers, landed families and family offices with complex property, succession and private wealth matters. Compiled independently by the Spear’s Research Unit, inclusion
More about Wedlake Bell recognised in Spear’s Landed Estate Lawyers Index 2026Agentis Health Group is a leading provider of medicines management and prescribing technologies for private mental health hospitals, hospices, specialist rehabilitation and complex care settings. Clinical Pharmacist Solutions provides expert clinical pharmacy services and supports primary care teams with highly
More about Wedlake Bell advises Agentis Health Group on its acquisition of Clinical Pharmacist SolutionsThe article considers the importance of choosing the right legal adviser, understanding the financial implications of divorce and exploring alternatives to court proceedings wherever possible. It also examines the value of taking a pragmatic approach to financial settlements and focusing
More about Head of Family quoted in The i Paper on navigating divorce and avoiding unnecessary conflict