In July of this year the Supreme High Court declared that employment tribunal fees were unlawful and put an immediate end to them. Since then, many have been waiting for details of how those that…
Hutchinson Thomas named top firm for family law
Hutchinson Thomas has been named the best firm for family law in South and Mid Wales, as well as being recommended in a further six areas of law in the Legal 500. The recently released…
The latest from the rugby disciplinary panel
Now that the rugby season is back in force, three of our team here at Hutchinson Thomas are resuming their duties in rugby discipline. Roger Morris, Chair of the Pro14 Discipline Panel, has returned this…
Women in Business Awards – this year’s rising star
Congratulations to all those at the Women in Business Awards last Friday – it was a fantastic event with many deserving winners and runners up. For another year running, Hutchinson Thomas was proud to support the…
Overcoming the awkwardness of discussing inheritance
Talking about inheritance is a difficult subject for most, so its perhaps not surprising that a recent survey revealed that 51% of families in Wales had never discussed the matter. The survey was carried out…
Learning on the job
With Hutchinson Thomas currently offering a number of secretarial positions at the firm, a question recently sent in the law Gazette caught my attention. It came from a graduate who had decided he wanted to…
Claims reveal a need for reliable conveyancing
The need for individuals to be advised by qualified and reliable conveyancing lawyers when buying a home has become more apparent than ever, as a surge in the number of claims against conveyancers is reported….
Overtime pay to be considered when calculating holiday pay
Employers in companies where overtime is a common occurrence should pay attention to a recent ruling by the European Court of Justice (ECJ) which could affect the amount of holiday pay granted to employees. The…
Swansea solicitors production line of talent rumbles on
Swansea solicitors Hutchinson Thomas again illustrated its commitment to developing young, local talent by opening its doors to young people this summer who wanted a taste of a career in law. The company has a…
Partner appointed president of Swansea & District Law Society
The prestigious Swansea & District Law Society, which was formed in 1879 to support solicitors in the Swansea area, has appointed a president – Adrian Morley, a partner here at Hutchinson Thomas. Adrian took…