Myerson Celebrates Four Nominations at the Manchester Legal Awards 2026
Myerson Solicitors has been shortlisted in four categories at the Manchester Legal Awards (MLA) 2026 , one of the region’s most prestigious celebrations of legal excellence. The ceremony will take place on Thursday 2nd July at a gala event bringing together the North West legal community.
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Cryptoassets and FCA-Regulated Firms: Managing Risk, Compliance and Opportunity
Independent financial advisers, investment firms, brokers, lenders and other regulated businesses are increasingly encountering cryptoassets whether through client portfolios, referral arrangements, funding structures or disputes involving digital assets. While interest in cryptoassets continues to develop, uncertainty around regulation...
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Top 10 Tips for Employers on the Employment Rights Act 2025 Reforms
Have you made the changes you need to comply with the changes already in force? The Employment Rights Act 2025 received Royal Assent in 2025 and introduces revolutionary reforms to UK employment law, representing one of the most significant overhauls of employer obligations in a generation and materially expanding employee protections. The Act...
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Rising Contentious Probate Disputes in the UK: Causes, Trends and 2027 Predictions
According to recent reports, contentious probate disputes are surging, with caveat applications rising by 56% between 2019 and 2024 and continuing to increase into 2025 . This upward trend raises important questions about why this is happening and what to expect by 2027. In this blog, Myerson’s specialist Contentious Probate team explores the key...
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Insolvency Litigation Costs: When Are Office-Holders Liable and Who Pays the Costs?
When litigation goes wrong, the consequences are rarely confined to the parties named in the claim. One of the more complex and often overlooked questions is the position on adverse costs. Our Insolvency Lawyers explore the general principles governing adverse costs orders against office-holders, the circumstances in which personal liability...
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A Corporate Law Checklist for Founder-Led Retail Businesses in the UK
Running a founder-led retail business in 2026 often means making high-stakes decisions with limited resources while navigating changing costs, shifting consumer demand, and rising regulatory pressure. A solid grasp of core corporate law principles - such as governance, directors’ duties, fundraising, transactions, and ESG – can, however, help you...
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Lily Allen’s ‘West End Girl’: A Solicitor and Psychotherapist Examine Relationship Breakdown, Divorce and Mental Health
Anyone who has ever had the (mis)fortune of dating a musician is no doubt well aware that songwriting is often a deeply personal endeavour, used to express ideas and convey complex emotions. In recent years, we’ve seen a cavalcade of brutally honest songs and albums written about heartbreak. Adele’s tearful 21 became the best-selling album of...
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The Court’s Jurisdiction to Appoint Additional Liquidators: A Key Legal Clarification
In a recent case, Rawbank SA v Banfield [2025] EWHC 3054 (Ch), the High Court confirmed that it has jurisdiction to appoint additional, not just replacement, liquidators pursuant to section 108 of the Insolvency Act 1986. In this particular case, the Court agreed to appoint two additional conflict liquidators in the Travelex liquidation following...
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Which Business Structure Is Right for Your Farm or Rural Business?
Whether you are managing 500 acres of arable land, a diversified portfolio of holiday lets and farm shops, or an estate, the vehicle you choose dictates your exposure to risk and your tax legacy. For family farms and rural businesses, the business structure is more than just a legal framework. It is also the focus of planning the business's...
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Informal Agreements and Probate Disputes: The Risk of Handshake Deals
Informal family arrangements and verbal promises are a common cause of probate disputes, particularly in farming families and family‑run businesses. While these “handshake deals” may feel fair and binding at the time they are made, they can lead to costly and emotionally charged inheritance disputes after death. Our Contentious Probate lawyers...
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Artificial Intelligence in Divorce Proceedings: Implications for Family Law
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is rapidly transforming the legal sector, and family law is no exception. In divorce and financial remedy proceedings, AI is increasingly being used by solicitors and clients, and is to some extent being considered by the courts themselves. While AI offers clear advantages in terms of efficiency and accessibility, its...
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CO₂ Shortages: Key Legal and Contractual Issues for Manufacturers
Current geopolitical tensions in the Gulf region have renewed concerns about the resilience of global energy and industrial supply chains, increasing the risk of disruption to key inputs such as carbon dioxide. While the UK has recently agreed to invest £100 million to reopen a carbon dioxide production plant on Teesside as part of a contingency...
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Structuring Gyms and Sports Clubs: Company, CIC or Charity?
Choosing the appropriate legal structure is an important decision for any gym or sports club. The structure determines how the club can hold its assets, enter into contracts, employ staff and raise funding. While many clubs may start informally or as unincorporated associations, growth in membership, income, or facilities often makes an early...
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