The government has proposed some important changes to the Highway Code, set to come into effect from January 2022, which are aimed at reducing accidents by ensuring motorists treat walkers, cyclists and horse-riders with more…
Mobile phone use while driving: the law is strengthening
The law surrounding mobile phone use while driving is being updated and extended from 2022, in order to close existing loopholes and make it easier to prosecute drivers holding their phones at the wheel. Since…
Could gifting money to your family lead to unexpected tax bills?
The rules on inheritance tax are not simple, and with an increasing number of people making plans to pass money on to their children and grandchildren, there are several considerations to be aware of to…
Partner, Simon Thomas, completes London Marathon
The 41st annual London Marathon took place on October 3, this year, following a postponement from its usual April start date and a cancellation of the event in 2020 – both due to the pandemic….
From secretary to solicitor: Kiani Eccleston is now fully qualified
Here at Hutchinson Thomas, we are incredibly honoured to have the opportunity to encourage, promote, and train the next generation of legal professionals. We pride ourselves on ensuring we support our staff throughout their careers…
We’re hiring Paralegal in the Wills, Trusts and Probate Department
We are seeking a motivated, hard-working graduate to join our Probate Department as a paralegal. We are looking for candidates who are able to demonstrate their ambition, drive and enthusiasm to develop their career with…
Working from home: the legal requirements
During 2020, the world witnessed a historic shift in the way most desk-based, office located work has been done. The swift, unforeseen arrival of the Covid-19 pandemic meant that businesses had to respond rapidly, and…
Hutchinson Thomas recognised in this year’s Legal 500
We are very proud to announce that, once again, Hutchinson Thomas is one of a limited number of firms in Wales to be recognised in the latest Legal 500 rankings – the largest and most…
We are hiring – legal assistants
Due to our current expansion and recent office relocation, we are currently recruiting for a number of legal assistant roles to work within our property, probate and litigation departments at our busy offices in Swansea…
Expansion means move to new SA1 premises
We are delighted to announce that we have moved to new, state-of-the-art premises in Swansea’s SA1 Waterfront area. We have relocated from our prior location at Langford House in Swansea Marina to a larger, modern…