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Preparing for a seamless sale
Lydia Sevenoaks from Hay & Kilner's Corporate Team outlines how a legal health check can help business owners prepare for sale, streamline due diligence, mitigate risk and maximise value.
How to claim for medical negligence
A step-by-step guide on how to claim compensation for medical negligence. Ready to seek justice? Contact us today for a free, no-obligation initial consultation.
Lasting Powers of Attorney: 5 common misconceptions and what you need to know
Hay & Kilner’s Wills, Trusts & Estates Team dispel 5 common misconceptions about lasting powers of attorney and explain what you need to know for effective estate planning.
Understanding warranty claims in M&A
Charles Danjoux, Solicitor in Hay & Kilner’s Corporate Team, explains warranty claims in business sales, outlining key legal risks, claim triggers and how sellers and buyers can protect themselves.
New guidance on trustee payments and expenses
Sarah Furness, from our Charities Team, explains the new guidance on trustee payments and expenses, helping trustees understand eligibility, compliance and good governance.
Business continuity starts with your Will and Power of Attorney: what business owners should know
Alice Clewes, Partner in our Wills, Trusts & Estates Team, outlines what business owners need to know about Will planning and Powers of Attorney to safeguard business continuity.
Do I need my ex-partners permission to take my kids on holiday?
Do you need your ex-partner’s permission to take your children abroad? Kayleigh Bell, from our Divorce & Family Team, explains child travel consent rules.
A new era for estate planning: Inside the Wills Bill 2025
Felicity Nelson, from our Wills, Trusts & Estates Team, explains what the proposed Wills Bill 2025 could mean for Wills, inheritance and UK estate law.
Cohabitation Agreements: Understanding your rights and responsibilities
Louisa Bestford, from our Divorce & Family Team, explains Cohabitation Agreements, helping couples understand their legal rights and responsibilities under UK law.

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