Recent decisions in the courts have highlighted the perils of none-compliance with Practice Direction 57AC (PD57AC). For anyone submitting witness evidence that did not comply, they run the risk of...
With Christmas around the corner, you’re probably finishing up your Christmas shopping and getting ready for the festivities. If you’re an attorney under a property and finances lasting power of...
In a recent Family Court decision, Z (Foreign Surrogacy) [2024] EWFC 304 , the judge provided crucial guidance for intended parents—particularly same-sex couples—seeking surrogacy arrangements abroad. The case involved a...
In the latest, and possibly final, chapter of the matter of Invest Bank v El-Husseini, the litigation and dispute resolution team at Debenhams Ottaway is delighted to report another resounding...
In the recent High Court decision of Peabody Trust v National House Building Council, the court clarified the point at which the limitation period for insurance disputes begins for the...
As a facilities supervisor, I make sure that Debenhams Ottaway provides a welcoming environment and excellent service. My responsibilities include supervising daily operations, coordinating office moves, overseeing contractors, maintaining cleanliness...
When a judge begins describing the disputing parties as “not the best of friends” and the “honesty and integrity of both” sides “has from time to time been found to...
Debenhams Ottaway’s reputation as trusted adviser, helping businesses, individuals and families navigate legal challenges and make the most of new opportunities, is firmly established in the latest edition of the...
As family law and divorce lawyers, in a cost-of-living crisis we’re often asked by clients whether they actually need to go through the expense of getting a financial order on divorce...
In July 2023, while Cineworld emerged from Chapter 11 bankruptcy in the U.S., its UK operations entered administration. Despite the commercial success of the much-anticipated “Barbenheimer” film releases that month,...
Legal directory, The Legal 500 UK, has published its latest results that celebrate the leading law firms and lawyers in the UK. Debenhams Ottaway, is recognised in eight legal areas,...
British Home Stores (BHS), once a household name on the UK high street, fell into collapse in 2016, leaving not only a £570 million pension fund deficit but also sparking...
We pride ourselves on excellent client service, which means communication and transparency and paramount to how we work with our valued clients. The Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA) requires law firms...
Debenhams Ottaway welcomes senior associate Sarah Liddiard to its corporate and commercial team. With almost 20 years’ experience in commercial law, Sarah joins the team alongside newly qualified lawyer Millie...
I am a senior associate solicitor specialising in commercial contracts, intellectual property, IT contracts and data protection law. I also have expertise in advising on the establishment and sale of...
Debenhams Ottaway is excited to partner with local charity Small Acts of Kindness for 2023/24. Voted for by our employees, our focus continues to be on helping small local charities...
Click the links below to read more about the changes in employment law from August: UK government considers ‘right to switch off’ legislation with potential compensation uplift ICO launches privacy...
Debenhams Ottaway is thrilled to be back again this year to sponsor the VIP lounge in Pub in the Park St Albans, in Verulamium Park from 6 – 8 September....
Click the links below to read more about the changes in employment law in July: Retracting job offer from Christian applicant with negative views on homosexuality was direct discrimination Guidance...
I am a solicitor in the Wills, Trusts and Probate team. I provide clear, compassionate advice tailored to each client’s individual needs, with a focus on building strong relationships and...
