Top 10 Tips for Employers on the Employment Rights Act 2025 Reforms
Have you made the changes you need to comply with the reforms already in force? The Employment Rights Act 2025 is the most significant shake-up of employment law in decades, which is currently being implemented in phases. A first wave of changes is already in force (April 2026), with further major reforms expected from October 2026 and into...
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Buying and Selling a Nursery Business: Key Considerations for Owners and Buyers
With continued demand for quality childcare services across the UK, nursery businesses remain attractive opportunities for both buyers and sellers. Whether you are looking to sell a nursery as part of your retirement plans or acquire an established childcare business, understanding the key legal considerations is essential for a successful...
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AI in Contract Reviews: Risks, Realities, and Responsible Use
Artificial intelligence is already changing the way legal teams review contracts. For busy in-house lawyers, the benefits are clear: faster first-pass reviews, quicker extraction of key terms and less time spent on repetitive document checks. However, AI-assisted contract review is not without risk. While AI can improve efficiency and...
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What Makes a Marriage Legally Valid?
Reports surrounding Olivia Attwood's marriage and the Government's new consultation on reforming weddings law have highlighted an important question: what makes a marriage legally valid? While significant reforms have been proposed, the current legal requirements in England and Wales remain unchanged.
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Myerson Magazine Summer 2026 Issue
We're pleased to share the latest issue of Myerson Magazine, bringing together practical legal insights, updates on significant legislative changes and stories from across the firm. In this Summer edition, our experts explore the legal issues affecting individuals, families, business owners and property investors, from the Renters' Rights Act and...
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How Long Does Probate Take?
The probate process is one that many people are forced to approach for the first time in their lives at what can often be a distressing and uncertain time. Of the many questions that arise when probate is required, a common one is “How long does probate take?” Our Wills, Trusts and Probate Lawyers explain the process and timeframes below...
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Employment Rights for Working Parents: Pregnancy Discrimination, Surrogacy and Family Leave
Data from the campaign group Pregnant Then Screwed has revealed that approximately 74,000 women lose their jobs simply for being pregnant or for taking maternity leave. That's the equivalent of one woman being pushed out of her job every seven minutes. On top of this, half of pregnant women, those on maternity leave and those returning from...
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Family Law and Neurodiversity: Improving Access to Justice
In the latest episode of My Family Pod , host Joe Ferguson , Associate Solicitor in the Family Team at Myerson , is joined by specialist Family Law Barrister Natasha Khalique of Exchange Chambers for an insightful discussion on neurodivergence in family law proceedings .
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Passing the Baton: Business Succession Strategies for Manufacturers
Manufacturing business succession is about far more than deciding who takes over. Whether you are planning retirement, preparing for a future sale, or considering passing your business to family members or your management team, early planning can protect the value you have built and help ensure a smooth transition. In this webinar, Corporate...
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Retail and Hospitality: Growing your Local Business
Growing a retail or hospitality business presents exciting opportunities, but it also introduces new legal responsibilities. Whether you are expanding online, recruiting more employees or negotiating commercial premises, taking the right legal steps early can help protect your business and support sustainable growth. In this practical webinar...
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What Is Posthumous Conception and Is It Legal in the UK?
Recent media coverage has highlighted the story of former professional footballer Joe Thompson's widow, Chantelle Thompson, who is expecting a baby boy through IVF treatment following her husband's death. Her story has brought posthumous conception into the public spotlight and prompted questions about how the law regulates the use of stored...
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Manolete Partners Plc v Howarth: When Insolvency Claims Don't Succeed – Preferences and Transactions at an Undervalue
In the recent case of Manolete Partners Plc v Howarth , the court dismissed Manolete’s claim against the former CEO of a collapsed legal firm. In this blog, our Insolvency and Restructuring team explore the background to the case, the court’s decision and what the practical implications of the case are.
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Re Waldorf Production UK Plc: High Court Sanctions Part 26A Restructuring Plan Despite HMRC's Opposition
In the recent matter of Re Waldorf Production UK Plc , the High Court approved the company’s second restructuring plan under Part 26A of the Companies Act 2006, exercising its cross-class cram-down power against HMRC. In this blog, our Insolvency and Restructuring team explore the background to the case, HMRC’s objections and the court’s...
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