8/21/2026 1:21:55 PM A step too far? UKIPO rejects CROCS shape mark application By Charlene Nelson A recent UKIPO decision shows why even famous product shapes, like the Crocs clog, face significant hurdles in securing trade mark...
8/21/2026 1:21:50 PM What are Family Investment Companies and how can you use them? By Robert Davies Melissa Story In the ever-evolving landscape of wealth management, new methods are required to help families grow and protect their assets across...
8/21/2026 1:21:44 PM Inheritance tax changes for business owners: are you prepared? By Robert Davies Since April 2026, business owners may have been increasingly exposed to potential inheritance tax (IHT) charges on their shareholdings....
8/18/2026 1:13:53 PM Foot Anstey joins Law Beats Cancer to support life-saving research By Anna Phillips Foot Anstey is proud to support Law Beats Cancer, a profession-wide initiative helping to fund and accelerate life-saving cancer research...
8/7/2026 1:12:49 PM Foot Anstey advises CDS Superstores on £190 million refinancing facility By Katie-Jane Rees Avril McCammon Hayley Steel Imam Qazi Sonya Zywko +2 more... Show less Foot Anstey acted as lead counsel to CDS Superstores on its £190 million investment, supporting growth across its portfolio of retail...
8/5/2026 1:10:38 PM Court of Appeal provides welcome clarity on mortgagee exclusion clauses By James Clark Adrian Noviss Last year, the High Court ruled against Westminster City Council on the interpretation of a historic mortgagee exclusion clause (“MEC“)...
8/5/2026 1:06:46 PM Discretionary trusts: Can beneficiaries challenge trustee decisions? A cautionary tale for the Harcourt family By Elizabeth Ware The role of a discretionary trustee carries significant responsibilities. Trustees must exercise their discretion properly, take into...
8/4/2026 1:09:07 PM Ep. 14: How the legal profession is taking on cancer By Anna Phillips The Power of Good, our popular podcast series, explores social value in its many forms – how it’s created, why it’s important and the...
7/31/2026 1:02:38 PM HMRC clarifies the tax treatment of Ecosystem Service Payments: What rural landowners need to know By Robert Davies Rose Westwood On 14 May 2026, HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) published its long‑awaited technical note on the taxation of ecosystem services, providing...
7/30/2026 1:09:13 PM Unlocking Crews Hill: the legal routes to delivering 21,000 homes By James Clark This article was originally published online by Building Magazine on 3rd July. The Mayor of London appears to be on a collision course...
7/30/2026 1:08:35 PM Business immigration updates for employers | July 2026 By Gemma Robinson Laura Tunks Lily Mincher July has brought an important update for employers on the expansion of the right to work check regime, with the Government confirming...
7/30/2026 1:07:10 PM Employment tribunal and court judgments | July 2026 By Joanne Boyle Lily Mincher Welcome to our monthly update, where we share recent employment cases of interest and the associated practical considerations for employers.
7/30/2026 1:06:20 PM Key employment law updates | July 2026 By Joanne Boyle Iqra Babu Welcome to our monthly update, where we highlight key employment law developments and upcoming changes. Employment Rights Act 2025 –...
7/30/2026 1:05:12 PM When descriptive words gain trade mark power By Monica O'Neill Charlene Nelson The UK Intellectual Property Office's (UKIPO) decision involving BYD Company Limited’s (BYD) attempt to register the mark 'BYD DOLPHIN...
7/29/2026 1:08:46 PM Foot Anstey reports 12% profit increase as growth strategy continues to deliver By Martin Hirst Foot Anstey announces a year of strong financial performance for FY 25/26, with a 12% profit increase to £18.05m
7/29/2026 1:06:49 PM Legacy Connect events: a space to connect, collaborate and share insights By Emma Facey Andrew Salmons Managing legacy portfolios can be rewarding, but it can also present complex challenges that are difficult to navigate alone. Whether...