Anyone involved in running a private company will understand how challenging and demanding it can be. They will also understand how difficult it can be to avoid disputes, but having legal advice, and the correct…
Hutchinson Thomas merges with Simmonds Hurford Solicitors
We are very happy to announce the completion of our merger with Simmonds Hurford Solicitors, which will strengthen our expertise and offering in relation to property, probate, and business law. Simmonds Hurford, based on Walters…
No fault divorce finally comes into effect April 2022
The subject of no fault divorce first registered on the political agenda back in 2015, when Conservative MP Richard Bacon presented the House of Commons with the No Fault Divorce Bill. The Government announced in…
Three new Partners at Hutchinson Thomas
Here at Hutchinson Thomas, we are pleased to announce that three of our much-valued members of staff – Sandra Pickering, Ros Street, and Christopher Edwards – have been appointed as Partners. The promotion of Sandra…
What the new off-payroll working (IR35) legislation could mean for businesses
Changes to the off-payroll working rules (IR35), that were postponed due to Covid last year, came into effect on April 6, 2021. IR35 is the abbreviation used for the ‘intermediaries legislation’, which is a set of…
Hutchinson Thomas franchise law team joins the Quality Franchise Association
Here at Hutchinson Thomas, our specialist franchise law team can assist with all aspects of taking a business to franchise, as well as helping individuals achieve their aims of becoming a franchisee and building up…
Hutchinson Thomas are Childcare Law Firm Award winners for 2021
Here at Hutchinson Thomas, we are delighted to announce that we have been named Childcare Law Firm of the Year for the second year running, in the SME News Legal Awards. The SME News Legal…
Covid, Co-Parenting, Schooling and Childcare: When Parents Can’t Agree on Major Issues
While the gradual easing of lockdown restrictions in Wales has come as a welcome relief, and children are slowly starting to return to school, it hasn’t by any means been plain sailing for parents. Lockdown…
Important case highlights the complexities of probate law
One of our partners, Simon Thomas – ACTAPS member and specialist in contentious probate and trusts here at Hutchinson Thomas, was involved (successfully instructing the defendant) in a highly unusual and complex case which was…
What you need to know when dealing with probate property
Understanding the intricacies of probate can be a complicated business – particularly when applied to a property following the death of a loved one. What are the things to consider, and pitfalls to avoid, when…