Employment contracts: The mistakes you cannot afford to make
2nd February 2025
………………………………. Published in association with AS AN employment lawyer I often see employers inadvertently making errors in their employment contracts that could lead to...
With business, it’s vitally important to get both appropriate and trustworthy legal advice. This can range from something as simple as mediating an internal dispute to understanding how to proceed if you find yourself in a tricky legal battle. Northamptonshire offers a number of fantastic legal advisory teams, giving you the peace of mind that you’ll have support if and when you need it.
When it seems like it’s you versus the partnership
2nd February 2025
………………………………. Published in association with IF YOU are a partner who is planning to leave your partnership, you will want to ensure that the departure process is as...
‘A brilliant initiative’: Broadcaster Nick Hewer backs the launch of the Franklins £50 Challenge
24th January 2025
NICK HEWER, star of the BBC series The Apprentice and Channel 4’s show Countdown, has shown his support for the Franklins £50 Challenge for the second year running by taking part in a social...
Heading for the exit? Preparing your business – and yourself – for a sale
11th January 2025
EARLY PLANNING and thorough preparation are the keys to making the process of selling a business as painless as possible for its owner. A panel of seasoned specialists expert in all aspects of...
Launching a new consumer product: The key legal issues to consider
2nd January 2025
Published in association with LAUNCHING a new consumer product is exciting, with a great deal of attention going on the branding, packaging, and every touch point of the consumer experience. But...
The festive season is coming… so prepare for the worst at the Christmas party
5th December 2024
........................................ Published in association with CHRISTMAS is a magical and happy time of the year for many and a work Christmas party is an opportunity to spend time with...
Landlords beware… High street rental auctions come into force just in time for Christmas
3rd December 2024
………………………………. SINCE legislation was introduced to allow local authorities to auction privately owned, “persistently” vacant High Street premises, the market has been...
Business owners, is now the right time to be planning your exit?
1st December 2024
………………………………. WE THINK it might be but there is no simple answer to this as it depends on where you are in your own business lifecycle, what you have planned (if anything) in...
Our focus is to understand our clients and their business
1st December 2024
Published in association with ………………………………. Industry Expertise Look for a broker who understands your specific industry. They should be familiar with the unique...
Employment legislation: Government’s Bill is the shape of things to come
1st December 2024
………………………………. Published in association with BY THE end of 2026, employment rights are expected to be considerably different to those in force today. “Although...
Sign up: Teams prepare to take up law firm Franklins’ £50 Challenge
1st November 2024
NORTHAMPTON and Milton Keynes are poised to see a significant boost in charitable support thanks to a law firm’s innovative fundraising initiative. The 2025 Franklins £50 Challenge begins in...
Brokers: The destiny of your prized asset is in their hands
1st November 2024
Published in association with IF YOU are looking to sell your business, then finding and selecting a suitable buyer will be your primary concern. If you do not already have a buyer lined up and...
This eye-watering penalty should be a wake-up call to every employer
4th October 2024
AN EMPLOYMENT tribunal has fined a property management company in London £90,000 after finding the business guilty of sex discrimination. The case followed a job interview with a candidate at...
Often imitated, never replicated: Our brand, culture and approach is part of our DNA
1st October 2024
........................................ Published in association with What does being in Northampton mean to you? It means a lot. Our Corporate team was born in 1993 when EMW first opened for...
Rule-tightening by Companies House affects smaller firms
1st October 2024
. Published in association with COMPANIES House has introduced new rules for limited companies as part of wider efforts to improve transparency, compliance and processes for businesses operating...