Knotty Problem McCormicks’ Property team is practiced in dealing with all kinds of issues but one, in particular, has proved a challenge for both residential and commercial property owners and buyers. Japanese knotweed is notorious for its fast growth, through its underground roots or rhizomes. It is also notorious for the lengths and expense required…
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Changes on the Cards
Changes on the Cards The Inheritance Tax rules were introduced more than 30 years ago and have since been amended piecemeal by various Acts of Parliament. Our head of Private Client, Partner Elaine Lightfoot, looks at the current status of potential changes to the rules. In January 2018, the Chancellor asked the Office of Tax…
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The Survivor Diaries
The Survivor Diaries Surviving domestic abuse is a painful and traumatic experience for anyone, but for one of our Family team, Solicitor Carol Hancock, it has given her a unique insight into the issues faced when families break apart and children are involved. Carol has used her own experiences to create The Survivor Diaries, designed…
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New Recognition
New Recognition McCormicks has won a series of new plaudits in business publications in recent months. Senior Partner Peter McCormick was recognised as Best Lawyer for Sports Law, a title he has held continuously since 2009, by Best Lawyers. He was also named the UK’s Leading Sports and Entertainment Lawyer of the Year in the…
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