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For many farming families, their farm is not just a business but a legacy built over generations, often tied closely to family identity and future plans. Marriage is an important milestone, but it can also bring significant legal and financial implications. Without careful planning, a relationship breakdown could affect both personal finances, and the viability of the farm itself.

This video covers one of the most common questions that our Employment Law solicitors are asked by employees.

Employment Tribunal claims have risen sharply in recent years. This has been driven by increasing employee awareness of workplace rights, ongoing economic pressures and a rapidly evolving employment law landscape.

In our latest People Focus, we speak to Natalie Abbott, Partner and Head of Employment Law based at our Nottingham office. From her unconventional route into law to what motivates her day-to-day, Natalie gives us a glimpse into both her career and life beyond the office.

In a recent decision, the Employment Appeal Tribunal (EAT) has highlighted the risks associated with withdrawing job offers, confirming that a binding employment contract can be formed before an employee’s start date. This means employers may face breach of contract claims and liability for notice pay if an offer is withdrawn.

If your business sends vans into Europe, even occasionally, new tachograph rules coming into force on 1 July 2026 could significantly change how you operate.

The law for bringing civil claims for child sexual abuse has changed. As of 29 June 2026, the three-year time limit for bringing these claims has been removed.

The long-anticipated Ockenden Review into maternity services at Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust (NUH) has now been published.

The Nottingham Inquiry represents one of the most significant and sensitive matters our teams have supported, following the tragic events in Nottingham in June 2023.

Working alongside our lawyers and Counsel, our paralegals have played a vital role both at hearings and behind the scenes, supporting our clients Wayne Birkett and Sharon Miller.

We’re delighted to announce several internal promotions, with twelve team members from across its office locations taking on new roles, effective from 1 June 2026.

Claire Cooper, Senior Associate in Rothera Bray’s Medical Negligence team, reflects on the importance of Sands and Sands Awareness Week, and the vital role support services play for families affected by baby loss.

Our Derby corporate team have advised the shareholders of GB Flint Coachworks on its sale to the Vella Group.