Dividing Matrimonial and Non Matrimonial Assets on Divorce
Emma Lawler is a Partner in our Family Law Team, specialising in financial remedy negotiations upon divorce. Here she outlines the two main principles that apply when dividing matrimonial and non matrimonial assets.
Read moreWhat happens after Completion of your property purchase?
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Edward Sharpe
- 4 Apr 2025
- Law Blog
- Residential Property
If you are buying a home, you will probably breathe a sigh of relief on completion as you pick up the keys to your new home and can finally move in. However, this is not the end of the conveyancing process, and there are several things your solicitor must still do to protect your interests.
Read moreWhat happens to Pensions on divorce?
The Court have wide powers when it comes to financial issues on divorce but one of the most overlooked areas is the issue of pensions. Pensions can be shared on divorce, just like other assets, but they are also a complex area which often requires expert advice from a pensions actuary to properly consider.
Read moreThe Impact of the National Insurance Increase on Employers
- 10 Mar 2025
- Law Blog
- Employment Law
In April 2025, the UK government will implement a significant rise in National Insurance (NI) contributions for employers. This change will mean the employer's NI contribution increases from 13.8% to 15%, along with a reduction in the threshold for contributions from £9,100 to £5,000.
Read moreNottingham Divorce Solicitor joins Family Law Firm of the Year
We welcome Associate Yasmine Roff to our award-winning family department this month, adding additional expertise to our financial remedies team.
Read moreWhy Do You Need Both a Shareholder Agreement and Articles of Association
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Martin Walsh
- 5 Mar 2025
- Law Blog
- Corporate & Commercial
Starting a company? If so, one of the first steps required under the Companies Act 2006 will be to agree your articles of association, but do you also need a shareholder agreement? If your company has two or more shareholders, it may be prudent to consider having a shareholder agreement drawn up at the same time, or as soon as possible afterwards.
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