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- Aug 25, 2026
Art & Luxury Partner quoted in The Art Newspaper on gallery insolvencies and recovering consigned artworks
The article examines the recent insolvencies of several high-profile galleries and the difficulties consignors may encounter when trying to establish ownership and reclaim works. It highlights the risks associated with informal arrangements and the importance of maintaining clear documentary evidence
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- Aug 21, 2026
Head of IP & Commercial quoted in WIPR on Shein v Temu copyright ruling
The article explores the implications of the High Court judgment, which rejected Shein’s claims concerning thousands of product photographs and found that Temu had not authorised copyright infringement by third-party merchants. The ruling also raises important questions around platform liability,
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- Aug 20, 2026
Head of Insolvency & Restructuring authors article on the future of CVAs for Insolvency Insider UK
Drawing on recent ONS insolvency data, Frances highlights the challenges limiting the use of CVAs, including complex voting rules, landlord opposition and the role of HMRC. She also explores a number of reforms that could make CVAs a more effective
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- Aug 18, 2026
Insolvency Partner’s article on Boult v Together Personal Finance Ltd published in Expert Witness Journal
In the decision, the High Court considered the effect of alterations made to a legal charge after it had been executed. The judgment reaffirmed the principle that a material alteration to a deed or similar instrument, made without the knowledge
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- Aug 12, 2026
Employment Partner quoted in The Law Society Gazette on Supreme Court ruling for part-time workers
The article reports on the Supreme Court’s decision in Augustine v Data Cars Limited, which considered the rights of part-time workers under the Part-Time Workers (Prevention of Less Favourable Treatment) Regulations 2000. The Court ruled that a worker’s part-time status
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- Aug 10, 2026
Property Litigation Senior Manager quoted in The Sunday Times on tenant bankruptcy
The article explores the options available to landlords facing rent arrears following a tenant’s bankruptcy and the impact of recent changes introduced by the Renters’ Rights Act 2025. Paul explains that bankruptcy does not automatically end a tenancy or remove
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- Jul 28, 2026
IP & Commercial Partner featured in The Law Society Gazette’s My Legal Life series
In the interview, Esther discusses her move from electrical and electronic engineering into law, the influence of her STEM background on her practice and the importance of combining technical expertise with a strong understanding of clients’ commercial objectives. She also
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- Jul 23, 2026
Wedlake Bell achieves outstanding results in Chambers High Net Worth 2026 rankings
This year’s rankings saw 11 individual ranking promotions, five new individual rankings, two new team rankings, and one team ranking promotion. In total, the firm now holds 25 individual rankings and six team rankings across the guide. Among this year’s
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Wedlake Bell News

Art & Luxury Partner quoted in The Art Newspaper on gallery insolvencies and recovering consigned artworks

Head of IP & Commercial quoted in WIPR on Shein v Temu copyright ruling

Head of Insolvency & Restructuring authors article on the future of CVAs for Insolvency Insider UK

Insolvency Partner’s article on Boult v Together Personal Finance Ltd published in Expert Witness Journal

Employment Partner quoted in The Law Society Gazette on Supreme Court ruling for part-time workers

Property Litigation Senior Manager quoted in The Sunday Times on tenant bankruptcy

IP & Commercial Partner featured in The Law Society Gazette’s My Legal Life series

Wedlake Bell achieves outstanding results in Chambers High Net Worth 2026 rankings