All Feature articles – Page 4
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FeatureOnwards and upwards?
Bella Bodmer of law firm Weightmans considers the uncertain future of upwards-only rent reviews following the enactment of the English Devolution and Community Empowerment Act 2026
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FeatureTime to retire?
Retirement property transactions raise distinct conveyancing issues, from lease length and age restrictions, to service charges and exit fees. This article highlights the key points conveyancers should consider when advising clients
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FeatureTenancies and unfair trading
Recent consumer protection reforms raises the question if tenants are protected from unfair commercial practices in the same way as other consumers. Stephen Cottle examines the implications for residential lettings
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FeatureBeyond the settlement: Helping clients make their compensation last
For solicitors supporting clients who receive compensation awards, Derek and Margaret Martindale’s story demonstrates how specialist financial planning from Lumin Wealth can help turn a compensation award into a foundation for long-term financial security
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FeaturePrivate Client Annual Conference: Key takeaways
Our annual conference took place in May. Here are some highlights from the day
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FeatureTax adviser registration: does it apply to your firm?
Kayleigh Smale explains how the UK government’s tax adviser registration could affect your firm
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FeatureWhy law firms should invest in a cyber incident response simulation
Cyber resilience requires firms to have a proven and workable incident response plan that gives them the best chance to survive and recover from a serious cyber breach. This article is aimed at senior leadership teams and those involved in managing risk and compliance rather than IT providers for firms
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FeatureEthics in: Estate administration
Administering an estate can involve navigating a complex minefield of sensitive, emotional and ethical issues. Sarah Murphy shares some advice
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FeatureAdvice for advisers
Tax advisers are now required to register with HMRC. Nick Paterno explains why the new registration rules matter to most law firms, and what your firm needs to do now
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FeatureOne-fifth to rule them all?
Does the one-fifth rule always prevail in Solicitors Act assessments? Kris Kilsby examines the evidence
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FeatureCases in point
Nigel West looks at two recent disciplinary cases involving private client practitioners
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FeatureCrypto fraud
Roman Kubiak examines the rise in cryptocurrency-related fraud, and how practitioners can navigate the complex legal and practical challenges it presents
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FeatureFraud and forgery
Verity Hudson led the legal team acting for the claimant in Sinar v Arif, which involved a disputed will and a fraudulent marriage certificate. Here she shares more details of the case
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FeatureGoing global
How do law firms – especially those that don’t have international offices – handle cross-border work, and what networks are available to them? Diana Bentley investigates
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FeatureMediation matters
Using a mediator can help to resolve private client issues and get the best for your client. Andrew Hildebrand explains the process and shares his top tips
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FeatureWhen the settlor moves
Alberto Perez Cedillo, Stella Kammitsi and Yue-En Chong look through the potential challenges of an English client moving abroad
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FeatureThe price is right
James Ward looks at the importance of valuations, and answers common practical queries
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FeatureServe and protect
Mitra Mann explains how to spot financial abuse and protect vulnerable individuals
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FeatureComplaints in the age of AI: a survival guide
Sophie Cisler outlines how to deal with AI-generated complaints
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FeatureThe growing funding gap: how financial pressures are reshaping law firms
Beneath a seemingly resilient legal market, law firms are experiencing a growing mismatch between consumer demand and access to capital