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Proposed changes to the leasehold reform system

Here, we look at the committee’s findings, examine what the government’s response is likely to be, and discuss the reaction of the housing sector so far.

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Copyright in a digital age

Though the concept of intellectual property has been around since the early 18th century, current copyright laws are struggling to catch up with digital. So, with the EU rolling out legislation that could affect how we use everything from memes to emojis, how – asks Evangelos Kyveris – can you make sure you’re using online content correctly and protecting your innovations?

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April showers employers with a raft of employment legislation

Gender pay gaps, itemised payslips and what to do about working rights for EU citizens – these are some of the issues looming large for employers over the coming weeks, with April ushering in many significant dates for new and amended employment legislation.

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Qaiser’s Climbing Kilimanjaro

Qaiser’s undertaking this incredible challenge in support of Mind, the Mental Health Charity.

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£66m acquisition advertised in Property Week

RIAA Barker Gillette’s role in advising Balfe Ltd on part of their £66m acquisition advertised in Property Week

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The Highly Contentious ‘Non-Contentious Probate (Fees) Order 2018’

While it may appear that Brexit is the only topic of conversation in government today, at the beginning of February Parliament met to discuss The Non-Contentious Probate (Fees) Order 2018, which unlike its name has been highly contentious since its inception.

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What is ESG, and what does it mean for employers?

ESG is now a commonly used term growing in relevance for businesses.

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An employee’s guide to settlement agreements

Employees typically leave their jobs by serving notice and resigning, usually to start a new job elsewhere. However, an employer may decide to terminate an employee's employment contract, or the employee may resign amidst a dispute. In these scenarios, it is more than likely that a settlement agreement will come into play.

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Property Auctions: How a solicitor can be your key to success

Ben Marks, Head of Residential Property at London law firm RIAA Barker Gillette (UK), explains why solicitors are invaluable at ensuring buyers and sellers can navigate the legal complexities of auctioned properties. He explores the risks associated with property auctions and discusses solicitors' indispensable role in mitigating these risks.

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Are your business’s legal documents up to date?

New Year is an opportune moment for businesses to ensure their legal affairs are in order. One of the critical aspects of this process is the review and update of legal documents.

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Six Common Inheritance Tax Myths

Busting the misconceptions.

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Charities, gifts and inheritance tax

In 1789 Benjamin Franklin famously said, ‘Nothing is certain except death and taxes’. To date, this is still very much true. We get taxed on our earnings and gains during our lifetime, and upon death, tax may apply to the wealth we’ve built up during our lifetime in the form of inheritance tax.

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