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Legal Update for 2026: What every business needs to know about commercial law changes

Legal Update for 2026: What every business needs to know about commercial law changes

2025 was a transformative year for UK and EU commercial law, with many updates due to come into effect this ...
What is a MIAM - and why does it matter?

What is a MIAM – and why does it matter?

Thinking about applying to the family court? You’ll likely come across the term MIAM. But what does it actually involve, ...
Stepping Into Their Shoes: Your Guide to Acting as an Attorney Under a Lasting Power of Attorney

Stepping Into Their Shoes: Your Guide to Acting as an Attorney Under a Lasting Power of Attorney

We often talk about creating Lasting Powers of Attorney (LPA) and why they’re so important. But what about the people ...
To be, or not to be (a worker), that is the question…

To be, or not to be (a worker), that is the question…

In recent years, employment tribunals have staged some dramatic cases on employment status, often grappling with the question: “To be, ...
Employment Rights Act 2025 – Construction Sector Key Developments

Employment Rights Act 2025 – Construction Sector Key Developments

Construction businesses that rely on flexible or informal labour arrangements will face increased scrutiny and risk. Ultimately, proactive review and ...
FCA’s Focus on Governance and Preparedness: What Firms Need to Know

FCA’s Focus on Governance and Preparedness: What Firms Need to Know

When the FCA talks about governance, it is not just a tick box exercise. It is about demonstrating resilience, taking ...
Advising Sentra Technology Holdings Limited on Strategic Acquisition

Advising Sentra Technology Holdings Limited on Strategic Acquisition

The HC corporate team has advised the shareholders of a north-east based financial advisory firm on the £25.7 million sale ...
Planning and Infrastructure Act 2025: Key changes for Developers and Housebuilders

Planning and Infrastructure Act 2025: Key changes for Developers and Housebuilders

The Planning and Infrastructure Act 2025 has received royal assent on the 18th December 2025 marking a significant change to ...
Calling out ADHD traits as ‘disorganised’ costs employer in Tribunal

Calling out ADHD traits as ‘disorganised’ costs employer in Tribunal

A recent Employment Tribunal case has highlighted the importance for employers to fully understand their responsibilities towards neurodiverse employees. In ...
Can I use secret recordings as evidence in the Family Court?

Can I use secret recordings as evidence in the Family Court?

The rise of smartphones and discreet recording devices has made covert recording increasingly common, and within family law proceedings, parties ...
All in a Day's Work - Mediation At Work: What you Need to Know

All in a Day’s Work – Mediation At Work: What you Need to Know

In this episode, Hannah King and Alex Harper explore how mediation can help resolve workplace disputes before they escalate. From ...
I think my ex is hiding assets from me during our divorce. What can I do?

I think my ex is hiding assets from me during our divorce. What can I do?

Regardless of whether you and your spouse are divorcing amicably, hiding assets (or a suspicion of this) will invariably be ...

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 ...

Best Law Firms 2024

Herrington Carmichael has once again been named in the Times Best Law Firms. We were first listed in 2023 and have once again made the Best Law Firms list for 2024.  

www.thetimes.co.uk/article/herrington-carmichael