Boodle Hatfield LLP

Season's greetings from all of the staff and partners at Boodle Hatfield LLP - wishing you peace and good health for the festive period and beyond.

The Law Commission of England and Wales has today released their long-awaited scoping report examining the laws governing financial remedies on divorce and the dissolution of civil partnerships. Partner and Head of Family, Emily Brand details the key points from the report and highlights how, as the debate over financial remedies evolves, the scoping report provides a critical foundation for future discussions. Read more: https://lnkd.in/e3EVBhEx #Family #Divorcelaw #DivorceReform

Since its introduction in October 2023, the Gateway 2 process for higher-risk buildings (HRBs) has become a significant talking point in the construction sector. Partner and Head of Construction, Sarah Rock and Trainee, Clementine Stent look at how its implementation has highlighted systemic challenges, leading to project delays, increased costs, and widespread frustration. Read more: https://lnkd.in/eAkRxCe8 #Gateway2 #Construction #BuildingSafety

Navigating family law can often feel overwhelming, with many myths and misconceptions clouding the process. Family Partner, William Rollin debunks a common misunderstandings when it comes to family and divorce law - whether a pre-nuptial agreement is legally binding. Read more: https://lnkd.in/eMFu4Zjz #Familylaw #Divorce #Prenups

We are currently recruiting for two exciting roles within our award-winning Private Client & Tax team. The successful candidates will have experience in advising on complex wealth holding and family office structures and the associated tax issues. For more information on the roles available and how to apply, please click here: https://lnkd.in/d6ZXsVZ #legalrecruitment #privatewealth #privatewealthlaw #careersinlaw 

The UK hospitality sector has had a tough time in recent years, dealing with the fallout of Brexit and the Covid-19 pandemic, and more recently, the cost-of-living crisis and greater energy costs. In CLH News, Property Partner, Rajeev Joshi reflects on the impact of the Autumn Budget on the sector and looks at the longer term forecast. Read more: https://lnkd.in/ekHpXnCa #Hospitality #RealEstate #Property #Budget

Christmas can trigger a mixture of emotions, even more so for families navigating a parental separation. The competing pressures of maintaining stability for the children whilst facing an inevitable change in dynamic and the practical arrangements can be overwhelming. Family Associate, Pippa Cook outlines a series of steps which separating parents can take to ease the stress of Christmas after separating. Read more: https://lnkd.in/enyevpGJ #Family #Children #Christmas #Familylaw

In our Property Insights bulletin, our team of experts shine a spotlight on new legal developments and offer some insights on issues that are currently shaping the property market. In the Winter edition, Andrew Wilmot-Smith, Colin Young, David Rawlence, Kate Symons, Saskia Arthur and Sarah Rock look at the… 🔹 recent Government update on leasehold reform 🔹 new provisions for the auction of empty high street premises 🔹 Terrorism (Protection of Premises) Bill 🔹 Renters' Rights Bill 🔹 key issues relating to building safety 🔹 SDLT increases for residential property outlined in the Autumn budget. Read the full issue here: https://lnkd.in/gmX-FQgz If you are interested in receiving the bulletin or have any suggestions for future topics, please do get in touch: https://lnkd.in/gBhcaDx4 #Property #SDLT #RentersRightsBill #LeaseholdReform #Auctions #BuildingSafety #Construction #ResidentialProperty

As Family Business week draws to a close, we wanted to share a recent podcast where Private Wealth Partner, Clare Stirzaker is joined by two leading individuals in the family business sector, who share some their perspectives on what it means to be a ‘responsible business’ and how this can forge change for future generations. With Clare, GAP Group Hire Solutions Managing Director, Karen J J Greenshields and the CEO of Family Business UK, Neil Davy discuss the flexibility that being a family business provides in comparison to their public company counterparts and the importance of having ‘the right people on the bus and in the right seats’. Listen to the full episode here: https://lnkd.in/eXY9yaEW #FamilyBusiness #FamilyBusinessWeek #FamilyBizWeek

Boodle Hatfield are proud to have advised the L.A Mayer Museum for Islamic Art on the loan agreement for what has been described as “the world’s most famed watch”. The advice was led by Senior Associate, Fred Clark who commented: “I am delighted to have advised on the negotiations and agreements for the loan of this watch which encapsulates meticulous engineering and art. The piece is from history’s most celebrated maker and I am thrilled visitors will now be able to enjoy this rare treasure at the upcoming Science Museum exhibition.” The exhibition will run from 12 December 2024 until 21 April 2025. Find out more: https://lnkd.in/eD9ZgyuX #ArtHistory #MarieAntoinette #ArtContracts