Blog Articles
At Lawson-West we celebrate International Women’s Day and embrace diversity for everyone. We asked staff to share their thoughts about being a 'woman in the workplace'...
Friday 8th March marks this year's International Women’s Day! Senior Associate Solicitor, Kate Lea, shares her thoughts...
Often known as "squatters' rights", adverse possession is the legal process where a non-owner of land (‘the squatter’) can become the owner of that land and be formally registered as the owner at HM Land Registry...
Head of Family Law, Fiona Wilson, explains...
The government has now announced the annual increase in compensation limits for Employment Tribunal awards and other statutory payments...
With a General Election looming before January 2025, Labour has already set out its commitment to Employment Reforms should they win it. We list the Labour pledges announced in 2023, which are likely to form the backbone of an electoral manifesto...
The Government has now given guidance on the fire and rehire rules. A new code has now been drawn up by the Department for Business and Trade and is before Parliamentary approval...
To prevent you losing your right to forfeit the lease, it is imperative that you seek legal advice before contacting your leaseholder or carrying out any steps...
Employers be sure to follow the new policies being introduced this year...
2024 sees changes in the UK Employment Law - employees be sure to know your rights...
You may have seen recently online the story about a cleaner at a London law firm who was fired for eating a leftover sandwich...
The tribunal last month awarded £490,000 compensation for Lloyds Bank worker who was unfairly dismissed for using ‘the N word’ during a work training session...
Is your company talking about the Menopause at work? Is it time for a Menopause Policy? Director & Head of Employment Law, Vaishali Thakerar, explains...
Lawson-West Solicitors has a specialist team of fully qualified solicitors who can advise and act in an array of matters relating to children...
Our Family Team can offer advice and assistance to you, your family, friends and colleagues in protecting yours or their wealth, as far as ever possible, in the event of a relationship breakdown...
The UK government has announced plans to scrap mandatory mediation for separating couples. Family Solicitor, Matthew Harcourt-Poole, explains...
Here are some of our top tips to help you feel at ease, and make the most of your time with one of our dedicated family law professionals…
Meet Matthew Harcourt-Poole, Family Solicitor, who joined Lawson-West Solicitors’ Family & Divorce Law Team at the end of 2023.
As it is 'National Apprenticeship Week' we thought it was the perfect opportunity to feature our fantastic Apprentices here at Lawson-West...
At Lawson-West we continually strive to uphold our core values and so we are proud to share our delight in celebrating the total amount we were able to raise for LOROS charity during 2023!
Head of HR & Operations, Hannah Warren, tackles the topic...
Yesterday the Government issued a Consultation paper on reintroducing fees in the Employment Tribunal and the Employment Appeals Tribunal. Head of Employment, Vaishali Thakerar, explains...
When it comes to estate planning, making sure that your wishes are carried out after you die is important. Codicils may seem like an easy option, but they have pitfalls that can make them less favourable compared to making a new Will...
Senior Associate Solicitor, Russell Dowling, explains...
The Civil Procedure Rules provide a Protocol to follow for Professional Negligence claims. Some claims settle early, but others proceed to court. We can help and guide you through the process...
Director & Head of Employment, Vaishali Thakerar, outlines the changes in UK Employment Law which are coming into force in 2024
Head of HR & Operations, Hannah Warren, shares some advice...
Senior Associate Solicitor, Rob Flannagan, explains...
The Government has introduced reforms with the aim of simplifying holiday entitlement and pay calculations in the Working Time Regulations (WTR)
Watch our expert solicitors explain more in this video...
Phoebe Skarlatos, Head of Probate, Wills & Trusts, explains...
There are differences between, and pros and cons with, the two structures; which the buyer and seller should understand before commencing the transaction...
The Ministry of Justice has invited both clients and professionals to share their experiences, shedding light on potential issues within the system...
Watch our Christmas video message... Wishing you a Merry Christmas from everyone at Lawson-West Solicitors!
We have written about this issue before, but it is so important that it certainly deserves a reminder...
Senior Associate Solicitor, Kate Lea, explains...
At Lawson-West we understand that separation can be an extremely anxious time for you. You will undoubtedly have lots of questions and want to talk through your options now and for the future...
The 3rd December 2023 marks the International Day of Disabled Persons. Senior Associate Solicitor, Kate Lea, explains more...
Our Dispute Resolution Team share their thoughts...
Joao Madeira explains how language links with race discrimination and the legal position of prohibiting foreign languages in the workplace...
Senior Associate Solicitor, Kate Lea, shares the good news...
Senior Associate Solicitor, Kate Lea, details the Labour Party’s proposal to double the time limit for bringing an Employment Tribunal claim...
Inheritance Tax (IHT) is a complex part of estate planning, it is important to understand the basic inheritance allowances. Kay Brown explains...
Kay Brown details 10 Reasons Why you should use a Solicitor to create your Lasting Powers of Attorney (“LPAs”)
Lawson-West Solicitors hosted a Charity Business Quiz at Leicester Racecourse...
Good Luck to everyone attending 'The Business Quiz' on Wednesday 8th November - we are supporting LOROS in this charity quiz evening..
How will climate change affect my property? Director Rebecca Beswick explains...
Uncovering the impact of unqualified advisors in the estate planning sector - comments on the STEP Wills and Trusts Report 2023...
