News archive: January 2026

  • Posted on January 12, 2026
    As a commercial landlord, you are likely to rely on the income from rent on leased premises in order to meet all of the costs of running the premises and for income. If you are not being paid rent, or worse, if you know your property is not being looked after, or is even being damaged, then you will want to take swift action to resolve this matter. One of the options open to you as a commercial landlord with a problem tenant is to ask the court for an order to allow you to repossess your property.
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  • Posted on January 9, 2026
    Losing a loved one is never easy, but the situation can become even more complex when someone dies abroad. Whether your relative was living, working, or travelling overseas, you may find yourself facing an unfamiliar set of legal and practical steps before their affairs can be brought to a close.
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  • Posted on January 8, 2026
    Dealing with real estate issues in a divorce or dissolution of a civil partnership can be legally intricate. Misunderstanding how assets are categorised, failing to value them correctly, or overlooking tax consequences can lead to an unfair settlement and long-term financial harm. Problems can be further complicated where other family members are involved, such as an elderly parent in a granny annex, or where property is owned via a company.
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  • Posted on January 8, 2026
    A fixed-term employment contract may seem the logical option to the employer when planning the resources for a particular project, seasonal work, or where the job is dependent on a specific funding stream which is only available for a defined period.
    Employees on such a fixed-term or temporary contract are protected by law from being treated differently to permanent staff doing similar work. So, while fixed-term contracts may seem to offer employers flexibility, unless they are used properly in the right circumstances, they may prove to be a false friend.
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  • Posted on January 7, 2026
    When you appoint a trustee, you expect honesty, integrity, and sound judgement, and most trustees – whether overseeing a family trust, a charitable foundation, or a pension fund – fulfil this duty with diligence and care. Sometimes however, a rogue trustee can surface, acting against the best interests of the organisation and the beneficiaries they are meant to serve.
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  • Posted on January 2, 2026
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