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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 ...
Mansion Tax - What is it really all about!

Mansion Tax – What is it really all about!

The Autumn Budget held in 2025 introduced the High Value Council Tax Surcharge (HVCTS), more commonly dubbed as the ‘Mansion ...
English Language Requirements for Skilled Worker Visas: What’s Changing in 2026?

English Language Requirements for Skilled Worker Visas: What’s Changing in 2026?

In this episode of All in a Day’s Work on The Legal Room UK, host Alex Harper is joined by ...
A Mile‑High Misjudgment: BA Crew Member Wins Unfair Dismissal Claim

A Mile‑High Misjudgment: BA Crew Member Wins Unfair Dismissal Claim

A recent Employment Tribunal decision highlights the risks employers face when handling sensitive misconduct allegations without ensuring a properly robust ...
Why it’s important to update your Will

Why it’s important to update your Will

Most people know they should have a Will, but far fewer realise how important it is to keep that Will ...
Burnt or Bruised? Think Twice Before You Terminate that Contract

Burnt or Bruised? Think Twice Before You Terminate that Contract

When parties enter into a contract, they do so with the expectation that each side will perform its obligations. However, ...
Section 117 Aftercare Explained: Free Mental Health Support Under the Mental Health Act

Section 117 Aftercare Explained: Free Mental Health Support Under the Mental Health Act

Witnessing a loved one losing the ability to fully comprehend the nature of their day-to-day management of affairs suffering from ...
Cambridge Rowing Trade Mark Dispute – Legal Lessons

Cambridge Rowing Trade Mark Dispute – Legal Lessons

The University of Cambridge has recently successfully blocked Cambridge Rowing Limited’s attempt to register a figurative trade mark for its ...
Disciplinary action following posts about Israel/Palestine conflict was 'heavy handed and not proportionate' but not discrimination

Disciplinary action following posts about Israel/Palestine conflict was ‘heavy handed and not proportionate’ but not discrimination

We live in a world where people hold deeply felt and sometimes differing views on sensitive issues. Workplaces are a ...
Construction Look Ahead 2026: What You Need to Know, Key Legislations and Updates

Construction Look Ahead 2026: What You Need to Know, Key Legislations and Updates

In this article, we outline the key recent and anticipated changes affecting the construction industry in 2026 and consider their ...
Going through the change…of job?

Going through the change…of job?

Many employers are increasingly focused on creating workplaces where employees feel comfortable discussing the menopause ...

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 ...