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RIAA Barker Gillette (UK) and Tibber Marks Solicitors Merge

London’s West End multi-service law firm RIAA Barker Gillette and North London residential and commercial property lawyers Tibber Marks Solicitors have today (1 September 2021) announced that they have merged.

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Top five tips for supporting EU workers post-Brexit

Now that the UK has left the EU, there are several knock-on effects for UK businesses. It's important that businesses don't forget their role as employers amidst the focus on ongoing trade, says Karen Cole.

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Companies must be on track for COVID-safe workplace

Companies anticipating a return to the workplace in the coming months, if the Government’s route map doesn’t stray too far, should be planning how to protect workers and customers once the country is released from the current Covid-related restrictions.

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No-fault divorce: An end to the blame game

Ministers announced on Monday that the Divorce, Dissolution and Separation Act 2020 will come into force on 6 April 2022, allowing married couples to divorce without assigning any kind of blame.

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Employers Guide: Returning to work from furlough

With the Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme (furlough) ending on 30 September 2021 and many furloughed workers returning to work within the next few months, we set out some of the key steps employers should think about to make the transition back to work as smooth as possible.

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The Euston Estate: Compulsory purchase proceedings

RIAA Barker Gillette act in the largest and most complicated action in the Upper Tribunal of its kind!

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Making your wishes clear

Private client partner James McMullan looks at how you can clearly communicate your wishes when giving Power of Attorney.

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How employment law affects your business

Employment partner Karen Cole looks at when the employment relationship starts and how businesses can navigate their journey successfully to its end.

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Pronouns in the workplace

A potential naming minefield for employers relates to gender identity and preferred pronouns.

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Do I need planning permission to make changes to my garden?

With summer just around the corner, many people plan to make changes to their gardens. Some changes might be extensive, including decking, a garden office, fences or a total landscaping overhaul. While you generally won't need permission to plant your favourite flowers, more extensive projects may require planning permission.

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What are your children’s inheritance rights?

When drafting a will, one of the key things you will need to consider is who you want to inherit your estate.

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Dangers of deceit

In the case of Pisante v Logothetis, the Commercial Court ruled that false statements made by the Defendant encouraged the Claimant to make substantial investments in the Defendant’s business. The Court relied on the law of deceit awarding the Claimant significant damages plus the rescission of the contract.

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