From registering a trademark or logo for your business, to enforcing copyright on your images, our intellectual property team can help you ensure that what is yours, remains yours, even if it is not a…
Changes to the Highway Code coming into effect in January 2022
The government has proposed some important changes to the Highway Code, set to come into effect from January 2022, which are aimed at reducing accidents by ensuring motorists treat walkers, cyclists and horse-riders with more…
Mobile phone use while driving: the law is strengthening
The law surrounding mobile phone use while driving is being updated and extended from 2022, in order to close existing loopholes and make it easier to prosecute drivers holding their phones at the wheel. Since…
Could gifting money to your family lead to unexpected tax bills?
The rules on inheritance tax are not simple, and with an increasing number of people making plans to pass money on to their children and grandchildren, there are several considerations to be aware of to…
Partner, Simon Thomas, completes London Marathon
The 41st annual London Marathon took place on October 3, this year, following a postponement from its usual April start date and a cancellation of the event in 2020 – both due to the pandemic….
From secretary to solicitor: Kiani Eccleston is now fully qualified
Here at Hutchinson Thomas, we are incredibly honoured to have the opportunity to encourage, promote, and train the next generation of legal professionals. We pride ourselves on ensuring we support our staff throughout their careers…
We’re hiring Paralegal in the Wills, Trusts and Probate Department
We are seeking a motivated, hard-working graduate to join our Probate Department as a paralegal. We are looking for candidates who are able to demonstrate their ambition, drive and enthusiasm to develop their career with…
Hybrid Working – Issues Employers Need to Consider
Due to the relaxing of Covid restrictions, employees in Wales are now allowed to head back into the office full-time. However, the reality remains that many are slow to do so, with many employers still…
Working from home: the legal requirements
During 2020, the world witnessed a historic shift in the way most desk-based, office located work has been done. The swift, unforeseen arrival of the Covid-19 pandemic meant that businesses had to respond rapidly, and…
Paralegal’s dedication is rewarded with a training contract
We are delighted to be able to offer a training contract to one of our dedicated paralegals: Lauren Kershaw. Based at our Neath office, Lauren has been with us just short of 12 months, having…