“Pre-action Protocols” in family cases: What happens before submitting an application to the court?
At the end of April this year, the Family Procedure Rules, which govern how family proceedings are dealt with, were updated to place a much greater focus on “non-court dispute resolution” (NCDR). In an effort to divert as many cases as possible away from court, the rules require couples to consider using a form of NCDR instead of making an application to court to resolve their dispute. Judges now have powers to halt proceedings if they consider that a couple have not properly looked into whether there is a form of NCDR that could assist them.
BPE’s Private Wealth team retains ranking for fifth consecutive year
The Private Wealth team at Gloucestershire based BPE Solicitors has retained its Tier Two ranking in Chambers & Partners High Net Worth directory of recommended lawyers for another year.
King's Speech: A Storm Brewing for Employers
Today’s King’s Speech has outlined the Labour Government’s ambitious plans to shake up the workplace and, as predicted, employers are in for a tumultuous period of change.
BPE advises Advance Growth Partners Ltd on investment in luxury skincare brand Lisa Franklin
Cheltenham-based BPE Solicitors has acted for Advance Growth Partners Ltd (AGP) on its equity investment in Lisa Franklin Ltd, a London headquartered luxury cosmetic and facial treatment brand.
BPE Solicitors LLP is proud to be the official Legal Partner of British Racing Motors for 2024
Founded in 1949, British Racing Motors has been a key player in the motor racing industry for decades. They raced from 1950 to 1974, winning 17 Grands Prix and 1 Grand Prix Championship; and still holding the record for winning the closest ever Grand Prix Finish.
Election 2024: What Labour’s victory means for employment law
Following Labour’s victory last week, our attention has swiftly turned to their “Plan to Make Work Pay: Delivering a New Deal for Working People” and the significant proposed changes to employment law.
Election 2024: What Labour’s victory means for employment law
With the 2024 election result now confirmed, we look at what Labour’s success means for UK employment law and the changes employers will need to prepare for.
Securing Your Smile: BPE Acts on Lease of New Dental Office
Thomas Christie in BPE’s Commercial Property team recently assisted Nuyu Cheltenham in securing a lease for a new state-of-the-art dental office on Market Place Retail Park, Winchcombe Street, Cheltenham due to open later in 2024.
National Semiconductor Strategy
Following the recent publication of the UK’s National Semiconductor Strategy, this article considers how the UK seeks to secure a leading role in the global semiconductor sector and what UK businesses need to be doing now.
Pension Sharing Orders on Divorce
When considering the issue of finances upon a Divorce, pensions should always form part of this discussion. By ignoring pensions, this could mean that you are missing out on potential long-term income and future financial security.
Avoiding certain pitfalls when dealing with a divorce
Rebecca Pike discusses the impact the Divorce Law Reform has had on the whole divorce process, and the common pitfalls that must be considered when ending a marriage or a civil partnership.
What could happen to my jewellery after my divorce?
Jewellery can become a point of contention for some divorcing couples, as they attempt to resolve their financial matters following the breakdown of their marriage. Jewellery can hold a significant emotional attachment for some, which can cause difficulty in reaching a financial settlement, and valuing such items on the second-hand market can be problematic.