Wooden retaining walls, of various types, are a relatively familiar feature.

The role of a trustee of a trust varies depending on the type of trust, its specific provisions, and the trust assets held. This note explains some of the main duties and powers which apply to most types of trust.

The 4th July is upon us, and with it, the country’s “end of hibernation” in the words of Boris Johnson. For many of us, this also means finally being able to return to our favourite pubs, bars and restaurants for a drink which, after the last three months, it is safe to say has been well and truly earned.

The Divorce, Dissolution and Separation Act 2020, which received Royal Assent in June 2020 (but is not expected to be implemented until autumn 2021) represents the biggest overhaul in the UK's matrimonial laws for more than 50 years.

Today’s unanimous judgment from the 11 Supreme Court justices in the combined Miller/Cherry appeals has rightly hit the headlines.

In recent years the number of disappointed children contesting their parent’s Will has substantially increased.

Now that the World Health Organisation has declared the outbreak of the coronavirus (COVID-19) a global health emergency, we consider the impact on businesses that may be affected and what companies should be looking at in order to protect their operations.

Wright Hassall has announced a new Head of Planning who is set to lead the team at a pivotal point for the sector.

If landowners want to change the use of their property from agricultural to commercial or residential then it is important to ensure that they have the correct easements in place to support that change of use.

The courts accept that electronic communication is a vital part of modern day business. Recent decisions recognising binding contractual guarantees within email chains emphasise the modernised view the judiciary is taking in response to social and technological developments.