Administration and liquidation: The different outcomes for employees of two collapsed sports clubs
Our insolvency, employment and sports law specialists consider potential outcomes for employees of collapsed sports clubs using two recent scenarios from rugby union clubs Worcester Warriors and Wasps. On October…
The importance of a legally binding order to record your financial settlement on divorce
One of the biggest misconceptions of divorcing couples is that once their marriage has been dissolved and the final order pronounced, all matters are concluded. Even though you may no…
Employment law update: What to look for in 2023
The new year brings with it a swathe of proposed changes and revisions to employment law. Senior associate solicitor Katy Parkinson and trainee Hannah Pinder from Harrison Drury’s employment law…
What we learned as trainee solicitors – An interview with Zoe and Peter
To mark two years since we launched our HD Academy, we interviewed two of our newly qualified solicitors Zoe Taylor and Peter Barlow about why they chose law and their…
Harrison Drury’s High Court victory highlights issue of compliant witness statements
In a recent judgment, where Harrison Drury successfully acted for the claimant, His Honour Judge Pearce emphasised the importance of complying with PD57AC and the potential sanctions solicitors face if…
Preparing a notice to quit an agricultural holding tenancy: The importance in checking recipient details are correct
The Court of Appeal recently handed down a judgment on the validity of notices to quit an agricultural holding tenancy. Joseph Mitchell, an associate solicitor in Harrison Drury’s property litigation…
Building Safety Act 2022: A summary of key provisions
In the wake of the Grenfell Tower fire in 2017, and drafted in response to the proposals set out in Dame Judith Hackitt’s Independent Review of Building Regulations and Fire…
Work Christmas parties: Celebrating the festive season safely
It is anticipated that, after several years of Christmas celebrations restricted by COVID-19, many offices will be arranging large parties this year. HR consultant Helen Russell and trainee solicitor Hannah…
Common questions about divorce: How can I protect my interest in the matrimonial home?
Associate solicitor Rebecca Patience and legal apprentice Grace McGarvey from Harrison Drury’s divorce and family law team outline and explain the process behind protecting a non-property owner from being removed…
What alternatives are there to court in divorce?
Our divorce and family law team regularly deals with highly complex cases that arise following the breakdown of a marriage or relationship. This can often involve providing advice on how…
