Join Employment Lawyers Louise Attrup and Michael Kerrigan for an interactive presentation and roundtable discussion exploring the key elements of the Employment Rights Act 2025 that employers need to know...
Trusted legal advisers to wealthy clients, praised for personal service, strong relationships and clear advice. Clients and professional advisers have once again recognised Debenhams Ottaway in the Chambers High Net...
The Supreme Court’s recent decision in Saxon Woods Investments Ltd v Costa provides an important reminder that directors cannot justify improper conduct simply by saying they believed they were acting...
Debenhams Ottaway is proud to be supporting two community events in Radlett this summer, helping local families enjoy free activities during the school holidays. We are sponsoring Films in the...
The Employment Rights Act 2025 is one of the biggest changes to UK employment law in a generation. Some changes are already in force, with further reforms being introduced throughout...
As People Manager, I work within the HR team to lead and support the firm’s people strategy and oversee the effective delivery of day‑to‑day people operations. I work closely with...
The Employment Rights Act 2025 represents one of the biggest changes to employment law in a generation, with a clear shift towards increased worker protections from much earlier in the...
The recently implemented Renters’ Rights Act 2025 represents a significant shift in the relationship between landlords and tenants, with potential wide-reaching effects on the UK rental market. While much of...
We are committed to protecting your personal data and handling it in line with applicable data protection law. If you are concerned about how we have used your personal data,...
For many SMEs, suppliers are critical to day-to-day operations. But when something goes wrong, particularly involving data or cybersecurity, the impact can be significant and often difficult to recover from...
Spring is often seen as a time for fresh starts, and that applies just as much to your property arrangements as it does to your home. Whether you are planning...
If selling your business has been sitting on the “maybe someday” list, you’re not alone. Although the wider economic climate remains cautious, there are always owners who need or want...
Click the links below to read more about some recent and upcoming changes in employment law: Job offer imposed obligations restricting employer’s right of withdrawal Government proposes to prevent misuse...
Disputes are an unfortunate but common part of running a business. Late payment, disagreements over contract terms or a breakdown in a trading relationship can be commonplace and can often...
It’s a common misconception not only that Wills are something to think about later in life, but that once written, the job is done. In reality, a Will should evolve...
As your business grows and the legal landscape continues to shift, scheduling an annual “spring clean” of your contracts and internal policies is a smart way to stay compliant and...
As the UK celebrates National Pet Day this month, it’s the perfect moment to celebrate the animals who brighten our lives – and to think practically about their wellbeing should...
From 1 April 2026, Hertfordshire law firm Debenhams Ottaway celebrates the promotion of Barry Griffin, one of its homegrown salaried partners, to equity partner. This follows five salary to equity...
Join us for this exclusive event with UK cyber security leaders Xpertex, where we will break down what today’s threat landscape really means for your organisation. You’ll gain practical, actionable...
Life admin has a habit of slipping to the bottom of the to‑do list, but with Spring on the horizon, it’s the perfect time to refresh your legal affairs and...
