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…
Vacancies
Paralegal – Child Law You will be committed to working in a busy, dynamic and growing Child Law Department which is ranked in the top tier of the Legal 500 in a Lexcel accredited…
Changes to wills could be made by voicemail
You don’t need to have seen a headline about the latest high profile will dispute to know that challenges are often made around a deceased person’s estate – most of us know someone who has…
Our partners’ secret rugby talents
Find out how four of the partners here at Hutchinson Thomas play a crucial role in global rugby matches, using their legal skills of balance and probability at rugby disciplinary hearings. All is revealed here…
Important Update on Employment Tribunal
On Wednesday last week, the Supreme Court ruled that the requirement to pay fees to bring claims in the Employment Tribunal was unlawful and in effect a denial of the access to justice. Following this,…
A Guide for First Time Buyers’
When I say to my first-time buyer clients, “I know how you feel”, I really do. After three years of working in the Property department, I am now taking the plunge myself of being a…
Welsh Business Show 2016
Hutchinson Thomas will once again be exhibiting at the Welsh Business Show, held at the Liberty Stadium Swansea on Thursday 20th October 2016. Our team will be on stand 79 and will be available to discuss any…
Imminent new penalties for texting whilst driving
Drivers caught using handheld mobile phones are to face much tougher penalties under new rules expected to come into force in 2017. Drivers can expect to receive up to six penalty points on their license…