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M&A: The dangers of inadequate due diligence

In any M&A transaction the due diligence process is critical for both the buyer and the seller.  We outline why this process...

A most sinister evolution

In recognition of the hidden dangers lurking, Noel Coward in 1935 wrote a very popular song “Don’t Put Your Daughter On...

Managing risks when working with consultants

Businesses often engage consultants to bring change to an organisation when it faces challenges that require specialist knowledge and...

How should businesses react to the failure to prevent fraud guidance?

The Economic Crime and Corporate Transparency Act 2023 introduces a new corporate offence: failure to prevent fraud. This legislation...

Commonhold: Is it time to rethink property ownership?

In a country where leasehold has long dominated multi-unit property ownership, commonhold represents a radical shift in how homes can...

Share buybacks in M&A – friend or foe?

Share buybacks remain a popular route to implement a shareholder exit or distribute surplus cash. However, when done incorrectly, they...

Bounce-back loans – HMRC strikes back

The impact of COVID-19 loan abuse Having dropped off in the immediate aftermath of the COVID-19 pandemic, the number of directors...

Is it time to update your will?

The purpose of a will is to make your wishes known and to ensure that at the time of your death, there is someone with authority to...

Navigating the planning permission maze in the UK

The development sector is keen to help the Government achieve its ambition for 1.5m homes to be built over the life of the current...

Separated parents and the school holidays

As we approach the summer school holidays, many families are planning their time away, often abroad and are looking forward to spending...

M&A Dealmaker and dealbreakers

As demand grows for succession plans and business exits across the South East, many founders and business leaders are considering sale...

Employee Ownership Trusts: an alternative to a trade sale

What is an Employee Ownership Trust (EOT)? An EOT is a type of employee benefit trust established to purchase a controlling interest...

What should a business do if they receive a deputyship order for a client?

When appointed as deputy, one of the first steps is to inform relevant businesses of your appointment, including Independent Financial...

Protection of assets on divorce

On divorce, a couple’s assets – including business assets and inheritances - must be shared fairly.  But is it possible...

Why humans will always beat AI over... human issues

The rise of Artificial Intelligence (AI) over recent years and even months is something very few can fail to see. With many clients...

Considering ‘Heads of Terms’ in private equity transactions

Heads of Terms (‘HoTs’), also known as Memoranda of Understanding, Letters of Intent or Term Sheets, are usually short...

The new duty to prevent sexual harassment

It’s February – the evenings are getting lighter; spring is around the corner, and you’ve just booked your summer...

The rise of AI in professional services

Professional services such as law, accounting, and other advisory services have, at their foundation, personal relationships and human...

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