Blog Author

Services
People
News and Events
Other
Blogs
Madelaine Prior
 

What Happens to a Business When a Shareholder or Director Dies

  • Posted

For many business owners, the day-to-day demands of running a business mean that estate planning is often overlooked. However, preparing for the possibility of serious illness or death is essential to protect loved ones, fellow shareholders, employees and the future stability of the business itself.

New Digital LPAs- A welcome reform or a minefield

  • Posted

The OPG registered a record 1,073,032 LPAs in 2022-2023. Concerns over the paper-based system led to reforms, culminating in the Powers of Attorney Act 2023 for a safer and simpler process.

Embracing Real Life Legal Challenges and Making a Difference

  • Posted

Join Maddie, legal trainee at Hughes Paddison, as she shares insights into legal training. Discover a supportive culture and transformative experience!

The hidden costs of homemade Wills

  • Posted

The dispute between Aretha Franklin’s sons over their late mothers Will provides a cautionary reminder for those contemplating making a homemade Will. Since their mother’s passing in 2018, Aretha Franklin’s sons have accumulated an...

EPC Changes for Rental Properties

  • Posted

The Government has announced plans to introduce new regulations for the minimum Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) ratings on all rental properties in the UK. All landlords and prospective landlords considering the purchase of a buy-to-let property should...