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…
Stamp duty holiday extended in Wales until 30th June
The latest news to affect home buyers is that the Welsh government has extended its stamp duty holiday – in Wales called a land transaction tax (LTT) – on residential properties until the end of…
Making a Personal Injury Claim During the Pandemic
With less travel and more work from home, a new report released earlier this month reveals that overall insurance claims fell by 47% year on year across motor, employers’ liability, public liability and clinical negligence….
Trainee Solicitor, Ellie Curnock, to join Childcare team upon qualifying
Here at Hutchinson Thomas, we are very privileged to have the opportunity to encourage, train and promote the next generation of legal professionals. We’re delighted, therefore, to be able to offer our trainee solicitor, Ellie…
Head of Franchise Law, Darren Davies, obtains Qualified Franchise Professional (QFP) status
Here at Hutchinson Thomas, we make a point of supporting our staff to undergo ongoing professional development, encouraging them to increase their skill set and broaden their field of expertise, in order to better represent…