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Payment Pitfalls: Lessons from Vision Construct v Gypcraft

Payment Pitfalls: Lessons from Vision Construct v Gypcraft

Why payment deadlines matter in construction contracts In the world of construction contracts, timing is everything ...
From Paw Prints to Paperwork: How to make sure your pet is looked after when you’re gone

From Paw Prints to Paperwork: How to make sure your pet is looked after when you’re gone

For many of us, a pet is part of the family. When you are making a Will, it is sensible ...
Everlasting Joy for Leaseholders: The Ground Rent Cap

Everlasting Joy for Leaseholders: The Ground Rent Cap

The UK Government have finally released details on the Commonhold and Leasehold Reform Bill. At the heart of the Bill ...
Just a Lidl bit of water can amount to gross misconduct

Just a Lidl bit of water can amount to gross misconduct

In Oxborough v Lidl Great Britain a Tribunal found that consuming unauthorised items or products at work regardless of the ...
Rightly Contested or Udderly Ridiculous - What the “Post Milk Generation” Trade Mark Case Means for Brand Owners

Rightly Contested or Udderly Ridiculous – What the “Post Milk Generation” Trade Mark Case Means for Brand Owners

Branding meets regulation and regulation wins. The Supreme Court has made it clear that even a single “milk” reference can ...
Do I Have a Right of Way Because I’ve Been Using My Neighbour’s Land for Years?

Do I Have a Right of Way Because I’ve Been Using My Neighbour’s Land for Years?

A question that frequently arises is whether long‑term use of a neighbour’s land, such as regularly walking across it, automatically ...
Patience is a Virtue - the State of Life Sciences Capital Transactions in the UK

Patience is a Virtue – the State of Life Sciences Capital Transactions in the UK

Life sciences investment transactions have shown a clear trend over the last few years – fewer transactions, but for higher ...
Which type of Mediation is best for me?

Which type of Mediation is best for me?

Family mediation plays an important role in helping separating couples resolve disputes constructively without the confrontation, expense, and delays often ...
Planning for Your Children’s Future: What Happens If You Die?

Planning for Your Children’s Future: What Happens If You Die?

Thinking about what will happen to your children when you die can feel overwhelming, but planning ahead is one of ...
Ageing Badly: Employers Ordered to “Fork Out” After Discriminatory “Grandma Jibes”

Ageing Badly: Employers Ordered to “Fork Out” After Discriminatory “Grandma Jibes”

Employers are increasingly scrutinising workplace culture; grievance handling and the risks associated with management decisions ...
From ‘I Do’ to Legal Duty: The legal consequences of marriage vs cohabitation

From ‘I Do’ to Legal Duty: The legal consequences of marriage vs cohabitation

With the Marriage Foundation’s recent think-tank finding that the marriage gap between the richest and the poorest has widened to ...
Litigation in the Fast Lane: Unlawful Means Conspiracy After ‘Crashgate’

Litigation in the Fast Lane: Unlawful Means Conspiracy After ‘Crashgate’

Felipe Massa’s £64m claim over the outcome of the 2008 Singapore Grand Prix has spotlighted the specialist tort of unlawful ...

In the Press

Promotions in Dispute Resolution Team

Promotions in Dispute Resolution Team

We are pleased to announce the promotion of James Musallam and Jed Temple to Senior Solicitor within the firm’s Dispute ...
Herrington Carmichael Wins “Best Legal Support to Advisers” at Financial Advisor Service Awards 2025 

Herrington Carmichael Wins “Best Legal Support to Advisers” at Fi...

On the 20 November 2025, Herrington Carmichael were honoured to be awarded Best legal support to advisers at the Financial ...
Legal 500 2026: Herrington Carmichael Celebrates Top Tier Firm Ranking and Individual Excellence 

Legal 500 2026: Herrington Carmichael Celebrates Top Tier Firm Ra...

We are proud to announce that Herrington Carmichael has once again been ranked in the Legal 500, earning recognition as ...
Paul Wild - New Partner and Head of Family Law

Paul Wild – New Partner and Head of Family Law

We are delighted to announce that Paul Wild will be our New Partner and Head of Family Law at Herrington ...
Herrington Carmichael Announces New CSR Partnerships 

Herrington Carmichael Announces New CSR Partnerships 

We are delighted to announce our two new CSR partnerships! The firm’s CSR committee has prioritised supporting local charities and ...
Herrington Carmichael Partners with Farnham Town FC as the Schools Outreach Programme Sponsor 

Herrington Carmichael Partners with Farnham Town FC as the School...

Herrington Carmichael Solicitors is proud to announce a new partnership with Farnham Town FC, becoming the club's Schools Outreach Programme ...