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The UAE’s new civil family law regime

We summarise the UAE's new civil family law regime and what it means to expats wishing to marry or divorce in the UAE.

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Overseas companies with UK property update

"Overseas companies with property interests in the UK must comply with new money laundering legislation." says property partner Ben Marks.

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A guide to the Economic Crime Act 2022

The Economic Crime (Transparency and Enforcement) Act 2022 is a newly enacted legislation to bolster the UK’s battle against economic crime.

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Christmas temps – what are the rules?

For many businesses, Christmas is often the busiest time of the year. As a result, employers welcome extra support from temporary staff known as 'Christmas temps'.

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Embarrassing regulation breach for the MoJ

Businesses must ensure they are on the right side of the regulations when it comes to advertising or posting on social media.

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Changes in Family Law in the last 12 months

There have been various developments within family law over the last year or so, but the two which have changed the way that we look at divorce is the introduction of no-fault divorce and the trend towards Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR).

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Four steps to reduce the chances of a contested will (Part 2)

Last month we set out the reasons why instructing a solicitor can reduce the chances of your will being contested after your death (read the article here).

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Non-Compete. Get it right to protect against competition

Companies looking to protect their business by relying on non-compete clauses for key employees should check that any post-termination restrictions are reasonable.

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How TUPE protects when employees transfer

A property management company ran into a brick wall when they tried to boost their benefits package before transferring to a new employer under the TUPE employment protection regulations.

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How to reduce the chances of a will being contested (Part 1)

One of the main reasons people draft a will is to give their family peace of mind. The last thing they want is for their friends and family to be squabbling over their assets when they die.

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Locking down the legalities when planning ahead

NHS workers fighting Covid-19, together with older people and the vulnerable are behind a spike in the demand for new wills over recent weeks according to the Law Society.

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Lockdown family breakdown toolkit

The Coronavirus lockdown is redefining lifestyles and the boundaries of our interactions; a situation that can challenge even the strongest bonds.

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