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
More about Employment Partner quoted in The Law Society Gazette on Supreme Court ruling for part-time workersThe 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
More about Property Litigation Senior Manager quoted in The Sunday Times on tenant bankruptcyIn 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
More about IP & Commercial Partner featured in The Law Society Gazette’s My Legal Life seriesThis 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
More about Wedlake Bell achieves outstanding results in Chambers High Net Worth 2026 rankingsThe article explores how the rule operates when an executor dies before completing the administration of an estate, allowing responsibility to pass automatically to the executor of that person’s own estate. It considers the benefits of the rule in maintaining
More about Private Client Partner quoted in The Telegraph on executor succession and probate rulesThe piece considers the challenges of valuing and dividing assets such as artworks, jewellery, watches and other collectibles, and highlights the importance of specialist advice where assets carry both financial and personal significance. Hetty and Rebecca also explore how the
More about Art & Luxury Partners Hetty Gleave and Rebecca Christie author Tatler article on luxury assets and divorceIn the article, Maya explores the legal and practical measures available to protect an athlete’s image, reputation and brand, considering the role of intellectual property rights, data protection laws, advertising regulations and emerging AI legislation. She also provides practical guidance
More about IP & Commercial Associate authors LawInSport article on deepfakes and athlete brand protectionThe article examines the potential impact of greater devolved powers on areas including planning, infrastructure, regional funding and economic development. Drawing on perspectives from legal professionals across the UK, it considers how increased local decision-making could shape investment, regeneration and
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