Chariots of Fire 2018 supports local young people
The organisers of Chariots of Fire have selected Cambridgeshire Community Foundation (CCF) as the official charity for 2018. Money raised will contribute to the Cambridgeshire High Sheriff’s Award Scheme, a fund managed by CCF.
On your marks… law firm gets set for Chariots of Fire
Spurred on by Global Running Day, four teams of lawyers from Hewitsons Solicitors have committed to join Chariots of Fire, the region’s longest running charitable relay race.
Hewitsons lawyers take on the Three Peaks Challenge
Solicitors and other staff from law firm Hewitsons will swap their suits for hiking gear to climb the UK’s three tallest mountains for charity.
New partner for Hewitsons’ Corporate team
Law firm Hewitsons has appointed a new Partner within its respected Corporate team in Cambridge.
Hewitsons reappointed to Homes England Legal Services Framework
Law firm Hewitsons has been reappointed to the Homes England Legal Services Framework agreement, following a highly competitive tender process.
Hewitsons appoints first all-female group of former trainees
Four newly-qualified solicitors have embarked on a legal career with Hewitsons, with another to follow – all of them women, marking a first for the law firm.
Law firm staff cycle 150 miles in Tour de Hewitsons charity bike ride
Hewitsons staff cycled around 150 miles over two gruelling days to raise money for a good cause, in the law firm’s second Tour de Hewitsons charity bike ride.
Young Hewitsons lawyers win top awards
Two young solicitors at law firm Hewitsons’ Cambridge office have each scooped a prestigious award for being the region’s best in their category.
Law firm staff gear up for Tour de Hewitsons’ return
Staff at law firm Hewitsons will get back in the saddle for the 2018 Tour de Hewitsons charity bike ride, following the success of last year’s inaugural event.
Hewitsons assists international client on multi-million-pound acquisition
A multi-award-winning provider of digital marketing services for the global iGaming industry has completed a £6.5million acquisition with assistance from law firm Hewitsons.
Spring Statement 2018 – key points for the property sector
Ceri Riddell, Senior Associate at Hewitsons, highlights some key points about the Spring Statement 2018 and the importance to the Property Sector.
Safeguarding your land: protecting against new public rights of way
With strategic development being an opportunity for many more people than 20 years ago, it is now more important than ever to ensure that the value of land is safeguarded, says Stephanie Dennis of Hewitsons.
Hewitsons overhauls Cambridge office
Law firm Hewitsons has completed a major refurbishment of its Cambridge office, following another “highly successful” year of increased turnover.
Company directors are stewards of their company’s property
A Supreme Court decision this week (28 February 2018) has helpfully highlighted an important aspect of being a company director – stewardship of the company’s property. Dominic Hopkins, head of Disputes and Litigation at Hewitsons, explains.
How are cryptocurrencies taxed?
With cryptocurrencies such as Bitcoin and others becoming more widely used, how are their gains treated for tax purposes? Eric Wardle of Hewitsons explains.
BREXIT - free trade: A reality check
Uncertainties surrounding the scheme that will govern the UK’s cross-border trading outside the EU will be with us for a while yet, so businesses need to consider building flexibility into their commercial agreements for the foreseeable future. Dominic Hopkins, head of Disputes and Litigation at Hewitsons, discusses the issues.
Hewitsons celebrates growth at Annual Reception
More than 350 clients and key contacts of law firm Hewitsons helped it celebrate another year of impressive growth at the practice’s annual reception, held at The Fitzwilliam Museum in Cambridge.
Do not delay – out of time 1975 Act claim by spouse is refused permission
The High Court has recently refused permission to a widow to bring her claim under the Inheritance (Provision for Family & Dependents) Act 1975 out of time, where the claim was over 10 years too late (Sargeant v Sargeant & Anor [2018] EWHC 8 (Ch)). Tiffany Wiggett of Hewitsons discusses the case.
Brexit and acquired rights: a fishy case
Much has been said of the prospect of a shower of litigation raining down on the English civil justice system as the UK departs the EU arena, stage right. But, will this be how events unfold? Dominic Hopkins of Hewitsons discusses the issues.
Impressive trainee retention rate for Hewitsons
Hewitsons has retained more former trainees in 2017 than in any of the previous five years, demonstrating an ever-increasing commitment to its training ethos – ‘train to retain’.
Hewitsons rated in 2018 Chambers & Partners Guide
Law firm Hewitsons is delighted to announce top rankings in the 2018 UK Chambers and Partners legal directory.
BREXIT – an opportunity for Local Government?
What might Brexit mean for Local Government? Answers to the national Government on a postcard.
Latest Legal 500 rankings showcase the talent at law firm Hewitsons
Law firm Hewitsons continues to lead the way in key practice areas across East Anglia, East Midlands and the South East, as it is recognised as a ‘Top-Tier Firm’ in the latest Legal 500 rankings.
Trainees embark on legal careers with Hewitsons
Hewitsons has welcomed a new group of trainees into its fold, as the law firm continues to invest in fresh legal talent.