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Couples choosing pets over parenthood urged to consider pet-nups by Mackrell LLP

November 6, 2025

Mackrell LLP, an international law firm, is advising couples with pets to consider pet-nups to prevent ownership disputes, as more individuals in their twenties and thirties are choosing dogs or cats instead of starting a family. For many individuals, pets hold the same emotional value as children. The thought of separation can bring fears about […]

Mackrell LLP welcomes private client specialist to its expanding team

November 3, 2025

Mackrell LLP is delighted to announce the appointment of Saira Farook as an Associate Solicitor within its growing Private Client team. She will advise clients on all aspects of wills, probate, estate administration and inheritance tax planning. Saira joins Mackrell LLP with a strong background in private client work and experience across multiple practice areas, […]

A landmark change for family law: Putting child safety before parental contact

October 27, 2025

The Government has announced a landmark reform to family law that will remove the long-standing presumption that it is always in a child’s best interests to have contact with both parents. This change marks a significant and long-awaited step forward in strengthening the protection and the welfare of children involved in family court proceedings. It […]

Award-winning corporate and commercial lawyer joins Mackrell LLP as its latest Partner

October 10, 2025

Mackrell LLP is bolstering its corporate and commercial team with the appointment of award-winning solicitor Neil Pfister, who joins as the firm’s newest Partner. Neil brings a rare combination of legal expertise and hands-on industry experience. Before qualifying as a solicitor, he founded and ran his own software company, gaining first-hand insight into the challenges […]

The never-ending holiday – What happens if an ex refuses to return a child to England and Wales?

October 3, 2025

The school holidays may be a dim memory but some parents may be experiencing a new challenge if their former spouse or partner has decided to keep their child overseas. This may be many parents’ worst nightmare, but there are many reasons why this might happen, including an ongoing dispute over who should have care […]

Mackrell LLP partner listed in the 2025 Spear’s Corporate Lawyers Index

September 18, 2025

Mackrell LLP is pleased to announce that Joint Managing Partner, Maung Aye, has been recognised as a Recommended adviser for Corporate in the latest edition of the Spear’s Corporate Lawyers Index. This is the eighth consecutive year that Mackrell LLP has appeared in the guide, which profiles leading advisers to high-net-worth individuals and business leaders. […]

The Employment Rights Bill: How will this affect my business?

September 12, 2025

Businesses of all sizes are preparing for the upcoming Employment Rights Bill, which is due to become law later this year. The Bill will provide clarity on a vast range of employment rights and ensure that both you as the employer, and your employees understand your positions and can implement changes where necessary. The new […]

Mackrell LLP welcomes new Head of Commercial Property Team

August 20, 2025

Mackrell LLP is pleased to welcome Juliet Rayner as Partner and Head of its commercial property team. Juliet brings extensive experience to the role, having worked at DLA Piper and most recently Howell Jones Solicitors. She advises on a wide range of transactions, including sales and purchases, option agreements, conditional contracts, overage arrangements, landlord and tenant […]

Government reinforces limits on NDAs in misconduct cases

August 18, 2025

The UK Government is reinforcing restrictions on the use of non-disclosure agreements (NDAs) in cases involving sexual misconduct, harassment, and other forms of abuse, with a clear message: NDAs must never be used to silence individuals who speak out about serious wrongdoing. It is already unlawful for any agreement to prevent a person from making […]

Mackrell LLP strengthens residential property law team with new associate solicitor appointment

August 8, 2025

Mackrell LLP, a leading international law firm with offices in London and Birmingham, has appointed Amy Khalfan as Associate Solicitor in the Residential Property team as it looks to expand its offering. Amy brings over four years of experience and market expertise in residential property, having previously worked at several respected law firms. She has […]

Why your conduct matters in divorce

August 8, 2025

It can be all too easy for emotions to run high during a divorce. Feelings of betrayal, grief, anger, and frustration can all lead to behaviours that do not portray the best of us. In the worst cases, this can unfortunately lead to one party taking actions that seek to punish, humiliate, or “get revenge” […]

What to consider when an estate includes assets abroad

August 6, 2025

When an estate includes assets in multiple countries, the legal and tax implications can become both demanding and deeply consequential—especially where substantial wealth is at stake. International property, foreign investments, or offshore accounts all fall under different legal frameworks, and dealing with them requires focused, jurisdiction-specific planning. To avoid delays, disputes, and unnecessary tax exposure, […]

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