Our latest articles
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Corporate update: the latest corporate law developments June 2024
In this update we examine cases dealing with warranty claims under share purchase agreements; explain how a transfer of company assets at an undervalue was found to…
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Back to basics: Further assurance and powers of attorney
In this insight we look at how lenders should use further assurance clauses and powers of attorney.
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What’s the difference between best endeavours and reasonable endeavours?
We often see the terms ‘reasonable endeavours’, ‘best endeavours’ and ‘all reasonable endeavours’ in contracts. Whilst the terms may sound similar, the legal distin…
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Pensions Insight: 14 to 28 May 2024
This insight covers the latest on the McCloud remedy judicial review case, TPR’s data quality blog, an update from TPO on its improvement plans and PASA’s dashboard…
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New Homes Quality Board (NHQB): key case study takeaways for developers
This article reviews the case studies published by the New Homes Quality Board to date and highlights what developers should be mindful of to avoid breaching the Ne…
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Overview of the New Homes Quality Code (NHQC)
In this article we provide an overview of the New Homes Quality Code and outline what developers and home buyers should be aware of.
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Reinsurance treaty dispute: Where and how should it be resolved?
Did the English proceedings trump the American action or vice versa in the case of Tyson International Co Ltd v Partner Reinsurance Europe and how should disputes b…
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One Savings Bank Plc v Catherine Waller-Edwards – undue influence in a “hybrid” case
The judgment in this case offers guidance on how the principles of undue influence are applied to “hybrid” cases, where part of the borrowings is for joint purposes…
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There’s method(ology) in the madness: expert methodology in CAT collective actions
It is well-established that expert methodology is fundamental to quantifying damages in competition claims. However, since the rise of the UK collective actions reg…
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10 key employment law developments – Summer 2024
In this insight we summarise some recent key developments in employment legislation and immigration law that employers should be aware of.
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DLUHC v Grey GR Limited Partnership: Remediation Order granted under s.123 BSA
Another important case concerning fire safety defects has been heard, which has ruled in favour of the Department for Levelling Up, Homes and Communities against Gr…
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PISCES: A new share trading platform for “private” companies
The Government is proposing a new platform for the secondary trading of private company shares. In this insight we provide an overview of the innovative proposals.
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A summer of sporting fever: How employers can help strike a work-life balance for employees
The summer of 2024 is shaping up to be an exciting time for sports fans. We consider what employers can do to best manage attendance and performance while prominent…
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Decoding intellectual property valuation: Why the ‘human touch’ is still important
A recent report by the WIPO and UK IPO highlighted AI’s potential as a lower cost alternative to custom IP valuations. Here, we discuss why understanding the true v…
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Pensions Insight: 7 to 13 May 2024
In this insight we cover a recent Pensions Ombudsman determination on equalisation and section 67, and the National Audit Office report on the delivery of pensions …
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Understanding ‘rectification’ in a share purchase agreement
Courts are generally reluctant to interfere with commercial agreements entered into by well advised parties. But, in some circumstances they may be prepared to step…
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Mandating a full-time return to the office could be counter-productive
We are increasingly seeing organisations move back to a mandatory five-day working week in the office. However, a flexible, hybrid model should still be considered …
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New JCT 2024 Edition Design and Build Contract
On 17 April 2024, the Joint Contracts Tribunal released the 2024 edition of its Design and Build Contract, which is the first major update since 2016. We provide an…
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Pensions Insight: 30 April to 7 May 2024
In this Insight, we report on the State Pension Age (Compensation) Bill, TPR’s new corporate plan, updated data standards for pensions dashboards and a consultation…
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Foster Care Fortnight: The legal rights of foster carers
In this article we look at the employment rights for parental leave when someone fosters a child.
Podcasts from our experts
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Talking Business podcast: The misuse of non-disclosure agreements
In this episode we explain the time limits for unfair prejudice claims following a landmark decision of the Court of Appeal; examine a case which considered whether…
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The Purpose Pod: The Heart of England Forest – Empowering young people through nature
In this episode of The Purpose Pod, we chat with Ian and Matt from The Heart of England Forest to discuss the importance of looking after our green spaces.
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The Purpose Pod: Helen Burgess - Supporting people with fertility challenges
In this episode we speak to one of Gateley Legal’s lawyers, who is campaigning for the better treatment of those going through fertility treatments.
Our latest deals and work highlights
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Advising on triple agency merger backed by Waterland Private Equity
We have advised three leading UK creative agencies on their merger to create Further, a new end-to-end creative group backed by Waterland Private Equity and Shawbro…
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Advising Titan Wealth on multiple acquisitions
We have successfully advised on a brace of significant acquisitions for Titan Wealth Holdings.
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Advising CACI on acquisition of Rowe IT
We have successfully advised CACI, a leading data and technology solutions company, on its acquisition of Rowe IT Holdings Limited.
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Advising Poundstretcher Ltd on its sale to Fortress Investment Group
We have advised Poundstretcher Ltd on the sale of the high street retailer to US investment firm Fortress Investment Group.
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Advising Serif Group on sale of Affinity to Canva
We advised the shareholders of Serif Group, the company behind the Affinity platform, on its acquisition by Canva, Inc.
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Advising Palatine Private Equity on its investment in Isle Utilities
We advised Palatine Private Equity on its majority investment in Isle Utilities. The investment marks the fourth investment made from Palatine’s Impact Fund II whic…
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Advising TeacherActive on key strategic investment by Pricoa Private Capital
We advised leading education sector recruitment agency TeacherActive on the capital growth investment by Pricoa Private Capita.
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Residential development team completes two milestone deals for Avant Homes
Our residential development team has successfully completed two significant deals for Avant Homes, both of which were led by partner, Leanne Murray.
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Advising Praetura Ventures on £100m Northern Powerhouse NW Equity Fund
We advised Praetura Ventures as fund manager in respect of the constitution, structuring and establishment of the second generation of the Northern Powerhouse equit…
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Advising on the sale of Road Traffic Solutions to BUKO
We advised the selling shareholders and management on the sale of Road Traffic Solutions, a specialist traffic and event management solutions company, to Netherland…
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Advising Bridges on divestment of Vegetarian Express to NVM Private Equity
We advised Bridges Fund Management on the sale of Vegetarian Express, the UK’s leading specialist plant-based food ingredient supplier, to NVM Private Equity.
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Advising Connection Capital on MBO of Winder Power Holdings
We advised Connection Capital and its investor clients on the management buyout of Leeds-based Winder Power Holdings.
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Advising on the sale of Huntswood to ResultsCX
We acted for the shareholders of Huntswood Group on its sale to US-based ResultsCX, a global provider of customer experience management services.
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Advising Hyperion Equity Partners on launch of Ranger Fire and Security
We advised on the launch of Ranger Fire and Security, a best of breed platform to meet the full range of fire safety and security needs of corporates, public and th…
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Removing false Companies House listing linking client to sanctioned politician
We recently removed a false Companies House listing connecting a Ukrainian client to a sanctioned Russian politician.
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Helping MacroArt secure future production growth in Europe and the US
We advised the shareholders of MacroArt on the sale of the business to Moss, a premium graphics, complex structures, and custom installations provider.
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Supporting Titan Wealth Holdings on its acquisition of Aspira Corporate Solutions
We have supported Titan Wealth Holdings on its acquisition of financial planning firm Aspira Corporate Solutions.
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Advising Palatine Private Equity on BK Plus Limited investment
We acted for Palatine Private Equity on their investment in and acquisition of accountancy firm, BK Plus Limited.
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Advising on acquisition of majority shareholding in Binns Fencing Ltd
We have worked with Adam Binns on the acquisition of a majority shareholding in Binns Fencing Ltd, which was established by his grandfather 86 years ago.
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Delivering a mid-term review of the Invest Bristol and Bath service for the West of England Combined Authority
We delivered an independent mid-term review of the Invest Bristol and Bath service for the West of England Combined Authority to assure continued effectiveness and …