The number of marriages ending in divorce in England and Wales has increased over the past decade, with 103,592 divorces in 2020 compared to 101,055 in 2010. Although this statistic may vary each year, it…
Delighted to welcome four new trainee solicitors
We are delighted to be able to offer training contracts to four eager and hardworking individuals, here at Hutchinson Thomas. As a company, we always enjoy the opportunity to encourage, mentor and train the next…
What is a Share Purchase Agreement?
A share purchase agreement (SPA) is an agreement between a buyer and seller(s) of a target company, setting out the terms and conditions relating to the sale and the purchase of a specific number of…
Is a business considered a marital asset during a divorce?
Relationship breakdowns, whether they be of a marriage or civil partnership, can be painful and complicated. Despite the recent arrival of the ‘no fault’ divorce, the division of assets can still be a bone of…
Japanese Knotweed: New advice when buying or selling a property
Japanese Knotweed is an invasive weed that has caused havoc among homeowners since its introduction to the UK, in many cases stopping people from getting a mortgage or selling their property. However, a growing understanding…
Revisiting the IR35 legislation changes following the one-year grace period for firms
April 2022 marked the end of the one-year grace period to the ‘off-payroll working rules’ that were included within the IR35 legislation change. The soft-landing period was to allow contractors and firms to prepare for…
Proud to become Cricket Wales regional partner
We are delighted to announce a one-year partnership with Cricket Wales, which will see our firm’s name appear on the rear of the playing shirt for the Cricket Wales South (CWS) regional programme. Cricket Wales…
Law changes motorists need to be aware of this summer
There have been several updates to the highway code already during 2022, all with the intention of reducing incidents of dangerous driving and keeping all road users – particularly non-motorised road users – safer. To…
What to do if you find yourself in a boundary dispute
A boundary dispute can be frustrating, confusing, expensive, and complex to deal with – for both parties. However, this article will tackle some common questions and issues to help you better understand the process and…
What is constructive dismissal?
Constructive dismissal is the legal term that applies when a serious breach of contract has been committed by an employer, which in turn leads an employee to feel they have no choice but to resign…