As we welcome the Autumn months Pictons finds itself in a very positive mind set. Firstly, its historic Tring office is undergoing a programme of refurbishment, which should be completed by the end of October. This landmark building will see client reception areas significantly enhanced as well as some reworking of the general office space….
Interest in prenups has grown significantly in recent years. Increased media coverage of celebrity prenups is one factor. Perhaps more significant is that couples are now marrying at a later age. Couples getting married today are on average in their mid-30s, a 10-year increase since the 1970s. At this age, they may have already…
We are periodically contacted by businesses and individuals who have been served with a claim after ignoring correspondence from the Claimant or who have chosen to ‘go it alone’ and start Court proceedings without fully understanding the process. Invariably this causes problems. Delays in seeking legal advice after being served with a claim or…
Many people are now winding down a little to enjoy a summer break. For business owners this can be a period of reflection and a time when major decisions are made. For some this might mean that they conclude that now is an appropriate time to consider selling their business. Many business owners may…
Properly drafted terms and conditions are the bedrock of any successful business. They set out the contract terms between your business and your customers. What can often be forgotten is that these are living documents. Businesses do not stay static and neither does legislation. Why you need to review your terms and conditions Obviously,…
Welcome to the Pictons Newsletter for May 2022, offering a selection of brief yet informative articles as well as news about our firm. We hope you find the content to be useful. Click Here if you wish to subscribe to receive future editions.
Welcome to the Pictons Spring Newsletter 2022, offering a selection of brief yet informative articles as well as news about our firm. We hope you find the content to be useful. Click Here if you wish to subscribe to receive future editions.
The recent surge in M&A activity shows no sign in abating. If you are considering a merger, acquisition or sale, make sure you do your homework in advance. Why is M&A activity surging? As recently reported by EY and others, the UK M&A appetite remains strong. There are a host of factors driving M&A…
Pictons recently launched its innovative conveyancing app for residential property clients. The uptake of the app has been fantastic with approximately 85 % of residential property clients now using the app. The app offers considerable benefits for clients including live updates and notifications saving time normally spent on emails and phone calls. It also…
Many people in the UK are now enjoying a longer life. This is obviously welcomed, although it does pose some economic challenges for our society. With an ageing population we should also anticipate an increased incidence of people with longer term medical, or personal care needs. Dementia is often – although not exclusively –…