A pre-cursor to an arbitration agreement is a contract that provides for the resolution of disputes arising out of or in connection with the contract that is being arbitrated. This usually involves inserting a clause into the contract that obliges the parties to resolve any disputes that arise out of or in connection with the…
What is Lexcel Accreditation? the gold standard for legal practice management. It is a great mark of excellence and only less than 16 per cent of law firms in England and Wales have achieved such accreditation.
The ‘Lexcel standard” is the official quality mark for legal practice set by The Law Society. The Lexcel Standard…
The use of international arbitration is preferred by parties involved in cross-border disputes due to its ability to provide them with a neutral forum and its ease of enforcing awards. Its sophistication continues to grow. Who decides the dispute and how does it work are some of the questions that remain regarding its implementation. …
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The Law Society's Lawyers For Your Business scheme aims to provide legal advice to people who are starting or growing their businesses. Through a series of interactive sessions, our lawyers can help you navigate through the various issues that can affect your business.
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What does Apostille represent and why is it required.
An Apostille is a document that is issued by a government agency that can be used to confirm the authenticity of documents being presented in another country.
Usually, the document is issued by the state that originated the original document. In some cases, another state…
Deadline for EU settlement Applications
On June 30, 2021, the deadline for individuals to apply to the European Union Settlement Scheme (EUSS) passed. However, the Home Office will still accept applications from those who have "reasonable grounds" to believe that they missed the deadline.
Before the deadline on June 30, 2021, the EU, EEA, and Swiss…
Hiring a lawyer is one of the most important things you can do for yourself or your business, especially if you face legal risks in your personal life or business. However, not all lawyers are alike and you can end up hiring a lawyer who may not be giving you the service worth the money…
Are you an EU national (Family member) and failed to Apply under the EUSS?
5 potential grounds for late settlement applications
Late EUSS Applications
The deadline for the transitional period ended on 31 December 2021 which marked the end of European free movement rights to the UK of the European Nationals.
EU, EEA or Swiss citizen and their…
Many UK immigration categories impose a requirement that the visa holder must not be outside the UK for more than 180 days in any 12-month period — that is, if the person wants to apply for indefinite leave to remain. Joanna and Nath have explored the 180-day absence rule, and exceptions to it, before.
The…
Amnesty for Undocumented Migrants will have a great impact on a number of fronts. According to surveys, 82% of immigrants who entered the UK legally fell out of status. The survey was based on 22 interviews along with 2 focus groups involving undocumented individuals. It also involved the results from an online survey by legal…
Amnesty for Undocumented Migrants will have a great impact on a number of fronts. According to surveys, 82% of immigrants who entered the UK legally fell out of status. The survey was based on 22 interviews along with 2 focus groups involving undocumented individuals. It also involved the results from an online survey by legal…
Making a claim or being involved in the dispute may seem intimidating at first, but with the help of competent solicitors, money claim process can be made simple. Here is a brief guide on money claims in the UK.
Considerations Before Taking Legal Action
When taking debt recovery to court, it can get costly in time,…