As the Renter’s Rights Bill moves through Parliament, H&H Land & Estates Residential Lettings Manager Pauline Carrera-Silva looks at the key implications for landlords. After amendments from the Committee Stage […]
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Landlords get practical advice at commercial property seminar
THE complex world of commercial property law was demystified when a panel of legal and financial experts delivered a seminar to industry leaders. Watertight tenancy agreements, protecting the landlord’s position […]
Free event offers expert advice for commercial property landlords
A FREE event offering practical advice to commercial property landlords is taking place in Carlisle in January. Landlord Rights: What You Need to Know About Your Commercial Property will feature […]
Wragg Mark-Bell expands team with key appointment
Carlisle law firm Wragg Mark-Bell has expanded its conveyancing team with the appointment of the highly regarded Gemma Duncan. Gemma is an experienced licensed conveyancer who has joined Wragg Mark-Bell […]
Businesses need to be alert to new legislation enhancing employees’ rights
EMPLOYERS are being urged to be aware of the impact the new Government’s employment law changes will have on their businesses. The King’s Speech before Parliament highlighted that Labour means […]
Photography competition showcases the beauty of Carlisle
Could you capture the architectural heart and soul of the Great Border City in a photograph? That’s the challenge being set by an exciting new photography competition launching in Carlisle […]
Carlisle trainee solicitor qualifies after almost a decade of hard work
Seven years of hard work has come to fruition for a Carlisle trainee solicitor, as she prepares to qualify. Lauren Goad, 27, has been with Wragg Mark-Bell in the city […]
Apprentice climbs the ranks at Carlisle law firm
A legal trainee has become a qualified legal executive – reaping the rewards of a brave decision he took at 17 to leave school and start work as an apprentice […]
Knights set for growth in Carlisle with new partner hire
A leading corporate partner has joined Knights as the business continues its growth in Carlisle. Sam Lyon, partner, brings more than 20 years of experience, bolstering Knights’ corporate team, which is now […]
Seventeen newly qualified Solicitors take careers to next stage at Knights
Seventeen talented professionals are celebrating after qualifying as a Solicitor and accepting a role at Knights. The newly qualified Solicitors have all completed a training contract with Knights in recent […]
Unlicensed scrap metal collector who challenged the Council to ‘catch him’ is prosecuted
Environmental Enforcement Officers at Westmorland and Furness Council have successfully prosecuted an unlicensed scrap metal collector, after gaining evidence of months of illegal activity. Lee Robinson, of Carlisle, Cumbria was […]
Renewed focus on staff development as new face joins Wragg Mark-Bell
A new face has joined the Wragg Mark-Bell line-up, bringing a wealth of experience and a focus on staff development. Rebecca Ferris is the latest recruit at the Carlisle law […]
24 new trainee & legal apprentices at Knights
Twenty-four talented people are set to start a training contract or legal apprenticeship with Knights. A spokesperson for Knights said: “It’s deserved recognition of the contribution they all make to […]
Knights advised on buy-out of Pro-Align Ltd.
Knights advised the co-founder of Pro-Align Limited on a buyout that saw him take sole ownership of the business. Pro-Align Limited is a leading supplier of wheel servicing and alignment […]
Cumbria Chamber’s Women in Business Network is back with exciting dates for your diary!
Cumbria Chamber of Commerce and Knights (formerly Baines Wilson) are delighted to announce the return of the Women in Business Network for 2023 with a series of events aimed at […]
Knights set for further growth after arriving in Newcastle upon Tyne
Professional services business Knights has welcomed 23 new colleagues after completing the acquisition of a full-service law firm in Newcastle upon Tyne. Founded in 2016, St James’ Square has clients […]
Knights set for growth after arriving in Carlisle & Lancaster
Professional services business Knights has welcomed 28 new colleagues in Carlisle and Lancaster after completing the acquisition of a leading commercial law firm in the North West. Founded in 1999, […]
Allocation of tips – employment update
The Employment (Allocation of Tips) Act 2023 has recently received Royal Assent, says Joanne Holborn of Baines Wilson LLP. The Act requires employers to ensure all tips and service charges […]