9 useful tips for integrating an acquired business
Acquiring another company is the fastest way to expand a business, although bringing a new company into the corporate fold is rarely straightforward. Jack Stephenson, solicitor at Harrison Drury solicitors,…
How do I change my surname on marriage or divorce?
Traditionally, a wife would take her new husband’s surname once married. However, statistics show a shift in this trend as there is now an increase in women choosing to retain…
Are we really becoming a low-carbon economy?
The government’s latest stats on energy usage show that nearly half of our electricity came from nuclear and renewables in 2015. Katie Kozlowska, head of the energy lawyers team at Harrison Drury,…
Panama papers and rules on corporate transparency
With the leak of the so-called “Panama papers” placing companies under even more scrutiny, further amendments to UK company law have been proposed. Harrison Drury’s corporate team looks at the…
Do I need my ex-husband’s consent to move our children abroad?
Q: I want to move to Singapore with my husband and my children from my previous marriage. My ex-husband is refusing to agree to this as he spends time with…
How will Brexit affect insolvencies?
While Britain’s impending departure from the EU is unlikely to have an immediate impact on corporate insolvencies in the UK, Harrison Drury insolvency lawyer James Robbins believes changes are likely…
Will my son’s girlfriend be entitled to half of the house if they separate?
Q: I’ve got some money in savings that I want to use to help my son buy his first home. The house he wishes to purchase is valued at £180,000…
How will Trident renewal benefit Cumbria?
Nick Booth, head of Harrison Drury’s manufacturing and engineering team, comments on the Trident nuclear deterrent vote and what it means for Barrow’s shipyards. The House of Commons has backed…
What happens to employment law when Britain leaves the EU?
Following Britain’s decision to leave the EU, Harrison Drury's Employment team looks at the possible consequences for UK employment legislation. A formal EU exit process is likely to take up…
Insurance Act: Firms urged to act ahead of law change
Businesses are being urged to look closely at their insurance cover ahead of the biggest shake-up to insurance contract law in more than 100 years. The Insurance Act 2015 comes…
