We are very proud to announce that, once again, Hutchinson Thomas is one of a limited number of firms in Wales to be recognised in the latest Legal 500 rankings – the largest and most…
We are hiring – legal assistants
Due to our current expansion and recent office relocation, we are currently recruiting for a number of legal assistant roles to work within our property, probate and litigation departments at our busy offices in Swansea…
Expansion means move to new SA1 premises
We are delighted to announce that we have moved to new, state-of-the-art premises in Swansea’s SA1 Waterfront area. We have relocated from our prior location at Langford House in Swansea Marina to a larger, modern…
The latest rule changes to be trialed on the rugby field
Here at Hutchinson Thomas, our history is grounded in the roots of rugby, with many of our past and present partners taking up important roles in Wales’ national sport. One of our founding partners, Lewis…
Settlement Agreement – do I have to sign one?
If your employer has asked you to sign a settlement agreement when leaving the company, it’s usually accompanied by a financial offer. Accepting the agreement means you will be restricted from making a future claim…
Proud to join pilot scheme on comparison data for law firms
We are delighted to announce that we are one of the first law firms in Wales to join a pilot project conceived by the Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA), designed to standardise and improve the quality…
From Furlough to Redundancy – What Process Should Welsh Employers Follow?
The Government’s Furlough Scheme has now been extended to September 2021, enabling employers to continue to reduce their costs while their businesses either cannot operate or cannot operate at full capacity. While we have seen…
Employment Law and Employing Staff from the EU – Time is Running Out
Welsh businesses that employ workers from the EU should urgently check the status of any EU employees to ensure they are able to continue working. Workers who have stayed in the UK past 30 June…
Social media: what content could see you breaking the law
With racist abuse on social media sadly hitting the headlines once again, here at Hutchinson Thomas, we look at what the ramifications are when individuals post something online that could potentially be unlawful. Marcus Rashford,…
A guide to inheritance tax: latest thresholds 2021/22
Recent studies by the financial services sector have shown that in the past year, there was a 38 percent increase in demand for advice on inheritance tax planning. A combination of mortality concerns during the…