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Fee Earner Q&A with James Whittaker (Insolvency)
James Whittaker
James Whittaker (pictured), joined Bermans in 2019 and is a Partner in our Insolvency team. We spoke to him to learn more about him and his work.
Continue ReadingImpact of Climate change on Property transactions
Shona Jones
Climate change is an undeniable global phenomenon with far-reaching consequences for our environment, economy, and society. While discussions often focus on its ecological and economic impacts, it is essential to recognise that climate change is also having a profound influence on property law. This article explores the potential impact of climate change in this context, highlighting the need for adaptation and innovation within the legal framework.
Continue ReadingInternational Women’s Day – Protecting women in the workplace
Sophie Robertson
International Women’s Day (IWD) is marked annually on 8th March and is a day to celebrate the achievements of women, to educate and raise awareness of inequality and to take to action to drive gender parity.
Continue ReadingIncorporating environmental protection into commercial contracts
Rob Eakins
Concern for the environment is at an all-time high. There is greater awareness, both on an individual and corporate level, of the impact of our daily activities and choices on the environment. ‘Sustainability’, ‘carbon footprint’ and ‘environmental impact’ are topics that now regularly appear on company websites and on their meeting agendas.
Continue ReadingInsolvency and employee concerns
With Lloyd’s announcing its liquidation and Medipharmacy going into administration we provide some key considerations for employers when facing the possibility of Insolvency.
Learn the latest Employment Law updates from Bermans experts
Bermans Employment Law experts invite you to attend one of two special seminars to provide you with important updates on the following areas of employment law:
- A summary of key employment law developments in the last 12 months.
- What to expect in 2024, and after the general election.
Extension of litigation fixed costs regime
In recent years the Government has applied a great deal of focus to the whole question of the funding of the civil litigation system and the ability of litigating parties to recover costs against opponents.
Continue ReadingMotor Finance Commission and Fiduciary Relationships
Funders gearing up to deal with the avalanche of broker commission claims in motor finance cases will likely be aware of a recent stream of negative decisions coming from the higher Courts on matters including the relevant limitation period for bringing claims, but there is some welcome news in a recent County Court decision on one of the key issues.
Continue ReadingBermans is proud to be CQS Accredited!
The Conveyancing Quality Scheme (CQS) is a recognised quality standard for firms offering residential conveyancing services. The scheme is the most widely recognised form of conveyancing accreditation and acts as a quality assurance mark.
Bhajan Khalsa
Trainee Solicitior
Bhajan Khalsa joined Bermans in October 2023 and is currently a Trainee Solicitor in the ABL Litigation team in Manchester.
Bhajan deals with contentious and non-contentious matters. The contentious work he is involved in includes bringing/defending claims against directors arising out of insolvencies.
He completed the LPC at Huddersfield University and has previous experience working in asset finance and invoice finance work for a broad range of lenders.
E: bhajan.khalsa@bermans.co.uk
T: 0161 393 7126
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