By virtue of The European Union (Withdrawal) Act 2018, from 29 March 2019 the UK will enter a new legal world; a world in which English law will be a mix of the before and the after – those parts of European Law that are retained and a newly created body of law to fill many of the gaps that are left.
Hewitsons
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As a leading law firm, our work covers all aspects of law for individuals, businesses, charities and not-for-profit organisations. Our clients are as diverse as the work we do; and we always make sure we personalise our service to meet your needs. Our core legal services are enhanced by an extensive range of specialisations.
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In a move that emphasises its credentials as a leading specialist litigation practice, law firm Hewitsons has established ‘The Hewitsons College of Dispute Resolution and Litigation Lawyers’.
14-02-2019
Elephants are hard to define, but (in a phrase often cited by lawyers) you know one when you see one. So it is with employment status, which is, ultimately, determined by an Employment Judge’s reading of the tea leaves. Edward Wheen of Hewitsons discusses the case.
31-01-2019
As we approach the expiry of the two year notice period for the UK’s withdrawal from the European Union, we are learning a lot about decision making under the UK constitution with the present ‘tug of war’ between the Executive and the Legislature; but what of EU decision making on Brexit? Dominic Hopkins of Hewitsons comments on the issues.
30-01-2019
The “Oxford-Cambridge Growth Corridor” is now becoming highly topical among the professional, political and business communities within its region. David Wells of Hewitsons discusses the issues.
25-01-2019
While the populace of the UK can be heard loudly voicing its frustration at the drama playing out in Westminster, ‘Frustration’ of a very different sort – of a legal character - is being examined in the calm and order of a London court room of the High Court, says Dominic Hopkins of Hewitsons.
16-01-2019
Law firm Hewitsons has donated a large collection of food and other essentials to a Cambridge charity to help those most in need this winter.
21-12-2018
Given the potential option of a no-deal Brexit, there has been increasing concern regarding the rights of EU citizens to remain in the UK, says Hewitsons.
12-12-2018
Law firm Hewitsons has launched a dedicated Brexit section within its website to provide expert legal advice for businesses.
03-12-2018
The Government has published its response to the consultation on “Supporting Housing Delivery Through Developer Contributions”, reports Deborah Sharples of Hewitsons.
16-11-2018
It is the perennial question. Should I have a survey carried out in respect of my property purchase, or can I get away without having one at all? Clare Martin at Hewitsons discusses the issues.
15-11-2018
The Government has announced that it will explore options for a single spatial plan for the Cambridge-Milton Keynes-Oxford growth area (Oxfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Bedfordshire, Northamptonshire and Cambridgeshire).
14-11-2018
Most business owners will know that there are Inheritance Tax (IHT) reliefs available on business and agricultural assets, and many clients confidently expect that no IHT will be charged on these assets after their death, says Tobias Gleed-Owen of Hewitsons.
01-11-2018
Law firm Hewitsons has once again achieved excellent rankings in the UK Chambers and Partners legal directory.
01-11-2018
Hewitsons has once again achieved impressive results in the Legal 500 guide, as the law firm continues to shine in key practice areas across East Anglia, the East Midlands and the South East.
31-10-2018
Law firm Hewitsons has appointed a leading corporate lawyer as a Partner and Head of Business Services, as part of its commitment to providing first class legal services for business clients.
11-10-2018
In July 2017 the government commissioned the Migration Advisory Committee (MAC) to gather evidence in respect of the patterns of EU migration into the UK and the impact of that migration, ahead of the UK’s exit from the EU next year. Gemma Hill from Hewitsons discusses the issues.
10-10-2018
Cambridge Cleantech has announced the names of the first group of companies selected to pitch at a high-profile investment event, Cleantech Venture Day, to be held in London on 31st October 2018.
05-10-2018
Hewitsons has once again retained its coveted place on the National Farmers’ Union (NFU) Legal Panel, a select team of law firms chosen for their proven track record of excellence.
18-09-2018
Five former Hewitsons trainees have joined the law firm as newly qualified Solicitors and another nine have begun their own two-year traineeships.
13-09-2018
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1/03/2021
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