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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Can You Make Lasting Powers of Attorney After Being Diagnosed with Dementia?
In aid of Alzheimer’s day, our Wills, Trusts and Probate Solicitors consider the impact of an Alzheimer’s diagnosis on a person’s ability to make Lasting Powers of Attorney. It is a common misconception that once a person has been diagnosed with a form of dementia, whether that be Alzheimer’s or otherwise, it is too late for them to make Lasting...
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What Due Diligence Is Required for a Commercial Property Purchase?
Purchasing a commercial property can deliver strong returns, whether through rental income received from tenants or long-term capital growth. It does, however, entail a range of legal and practical risks that, if not addressed and managed before exchange of contracts, can significantly affect the property’s value. Our Commercial Property team...
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Chris Moss, the Real Lawyer Behind Bank of Dave, Reviews the New Stage Musical
New musical ‘ Bank of Dave ’ has officially hit the stage, bringing an extraordinary true story from screen to spotlight. Based on the hit Netflix film of the same name, the musical tells the inspiring story of entrepreneur Dave Fishwick and the creation of Burnley Savings and Loans, a bold challenge to the traditional banking system. The...
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Leave to Remove Applications: Key Principles and Practice
A practical webinar on leave to remove applications , covering legal principles, key case law and guidance for practitioners. Applications for leave to remove can raise complex legal and practical issues, often involving competing considerations around welfare, relocation and parental rights. This webinar provides a practical overview of how the...
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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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What Happens If Someone Who Is Bankrupt – Or About to be Made Bankrupt – Dies?
Losing a loved one is difficult enough without having to worry about debts, bankruptcy or legal processes. The good news is that the law in England and Wales sets out clear rules about what happens if someone who is bankrupt – or facing bankruptcy – dies, and those rules are designed to bring certainty at a stressful time. Our Personal Insolvency...
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Protecting Family Wealth: The Strategic Conversations High Net Worth Families Often Avoid
Succession planning for high-net-worth families involves creating a comprehensive strategy to transfer assets and wealth to future generations whilst minimising tax liabilities. Yet for many high-net-worth families, succession planning is often a topic avoided. Discussions about death, incapacity, control, and money can be emotionally complex...
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The Conversations Families Put Off - And Why a Will Shouldn’t Be One of Them
According to the 2025 National Wills Report from the National Will Register, only around 37% of adults in the UK currently have a Will. While 34% of people say they plan to make a Will within the coming year, many continue to delay taking action. Most of us are happy to talk about parts of life that feel exciting, such as what you got up to on...
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What Happens to the Family Home When Someone Dies? The Questions No One Asks Soon Enough
The Family Home is often your prime asset, but also the one that causes the most confusion. From a residential property perspective, its succession depends on how it is owned and frequently issues only arise when it needs to be sold or transferred. It is prudent to understand the legal terminology and the conveyancing process now to make your...
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When Silence Leads to Conflict: The Most Common Disputes We See After Someone Dies
The death of a loved one should mark a period of reflection and closure. However, for many families, a lack of clarity or communication may result in legal disputes after death. In this blog, our Probate Dispute Lawyers outline the most common contentious probate disputes we encounter and why they arise.
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What Happens If a Spouse or Civil Partner Dies During Divorce?
The unfortunate death of a spouse or civil partner during divorce proceedings brings new complications to what can already be an emotional and stressful time. Whilst uncommon, it is important to be aware of the impact this can have on proceedings, how your entitlement can change and what you can do to protect your assets during the divorce...
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Reflecting on Cultivate 2026: Leading Through Change in the Agricultural Sector
Representatives from Myerson specialist Agricultural team , including Andrew Brown , Nichola Bright , Andrew Stone , Clara Staunton and Chris Wilson were delighted to attend the Lead-In event at Cultivate Conference 2026, held on 29th April in Macclesfield, Cheshire and also to attend the Conference itself which was held on the following day...
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