Vexatious Claims and strike out applications

In this article Annabel Rowland examines the recent case of Smith v Tesco Stores where a claim for strike out was considered by the Tribunal

Emerging Tech and the Law: Smart Contracts

Sarah Kenshall and Santos Hau discuss the meaning of smart contracts, their benefits and potential applications, and issues businesses should consider when implementing and/or agreeing to such contracts.

Spotlight on BPEs Commercial Property Team Celebrating International Women's Day 2023

On International Women’s Day 2023, we reflect on the work of women not only in the law but in our own workforce. Women make up 70% of our staff in our commercial property team and today we introduce and celebrate those women in commercial property who have a combined total of over 150 years’ experience in the law

BPE Solicitors assists Pete Creed and Tom Noest with acquisition of another Country Pub Hotel

BPE Solicitors has advised Pete Creed and Tom Noest in relation to their latest venture – a 10 year Lease of The Sherborne Arms in Northleach, from the UK’s largest pub company, Stonegate Group.

Buying your first commercial property? Top 10 issues to consider

Navigating the purchase of a commercial property brings with it many points that need to be considered. Stacey Woolmer considers 10 of the most important things that a buyer should be thinking about to achieve the best possible position for the investment.

ChatGPT – the end of HR (and lawyers) as we know it?

In this article Steve Conlay looks at the meteoric rise of ChatGPT and how the fearmongering of mass job losses may be premature…for now

BPE Solicitors advises Warners Retail on Cleevelands Centre development

BPE Solicitors advises Warners Retail on its state of the art retail development at the Cleevelands Centre, Bishops Cleeve

BPE Solicitors advises Aqua Construction on Gloucester's Kings Quarter Development

BPE Solicitors advises Aqua Construction on development in conjunction with Gloucester City Homes for affordable housing at Gloucester's King Quarter Development

Trainee Talks: 6 months in the Technology Team

Trainee Thomas Lattimore Reflects on the last 6 months in the Technology team, and the exciting opportunities he has taken advantage of

Five Key Points for First Time Landlords and Tenants

Our Commercial Property Team explores the five key terms to consider when entering into a commercial lease, explaining the contractual terms and providing a concise overview of the potential financial implications for both parties and the need for careful consideration and negotiation for each.

New roles for Family Partners at BPE Solicitors

Cheltenham based BPE Solicitors is delighted to announce that Partner Jemma Jones has taken over as Team Lead for the Family Team as of 1st February 2023.

BPE Solicitors advises Lillian Faithfull Care on acquisition of Bay Tree Court

The Team at BPE has advised well known local charity Lillian Faithfull Care on their recent acquisition of Bay Tree Court, a spacious purpose-built 59 bed home together with independent living units, tucked away on Prestbury High Street in Cheltenham.