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Given it is mediation week this week, we wanted to take this opportunity to raise awareness for our readers/clients. We have qualified family mediators at Hughes Paddison, Jennifer Allen and Jane Brothwood who can both offer mediation services to separating couples.
Embarking on a legal career often involves navigating through various roles, each contributing to a unique tapestry of experience. James not only shares insights into his pre-training experience but also paints a vivid picture of life as a trainee at our renowned Cheltenham Law firm. Join us as we explore the pivotal moments that shaped his journey so far and the distinctive culture that sets Hughes Paddison apart.
Jo Lingard shares insights into her training highlights, the Hughes Paddison work environment, and invaluable tips for aspiring trainees.
Hear Jennifer Allen's Inspiring Journey from humble beginnings starting as a Trainee to building on her knowledge and experience over the years to eventually becoming an Equity Partner in April 2023.
As the countdown to Christmas continues, most of us will be thinking about the big day and the presents we would like to give to our loved ones.
What many of us are unlikely to be thinking about are the possible inheritance tax (‘IHT’) consequences that could result from our generosity. Our Private Client team shares their expertise on this subject.
Considering a Vendor Funded Management Buyout? Jonathan Rathbone, Corporate and Commercial Director at Hughes Paddison, explains the pros and cons to this useful business exit strategy.
We’re delighted to share one of our current trainees, Roanna Cooling’s inspiring story. Roanna's journey is a testament to the supportive environment we cultivate at Hughes Paddison. With her invaluable previous experience, she has seamlessly transitioned into her Legal Training Contract, laying strong foundations for a promising career.
There are certain situations when you will need to apply for Planning Permission prior to the construction of the conservatory and / or obtain Building Regulations Approval before work commences and final ‘sign-off’ once it has been completed.
SFE is a national organisation of specialist lawyers whose 1600+ members’ aim is to support vulnerable and older people make the right decisions.
SFE was set up in the 1990s by a group of lawyers keen to promote and develop the needs of an ageing population.
A right of way is, in its simplest form, a right to pass from point A to point B, and back again.
It is a right that one landowner has over the land of another owner. The right is often (but not always) granted by a deed, typically a conveyance.
The grant should refer to a plan and will contain words such as: “A right of way is granted for the benefit of Mr and Mrs Neighbour’s property along the access lane shown shaded in blue on the attached plan.”
So far, so good. That all sounds pretty straightforward.
But disputes over rights of way arise all the time. Often, the dispute is not about whether a right of way exists or not but whether the right of way is actually being used in the correct manner.
