News and events

Hull Is This met up with Caroline Neadley to discuss how Rollits is using video meetings to facilitate hybrid working

Recent High Court case where Judgment was handed down in late September 2021, may provide some comfort to Landlords

Companies House are advising companies to file their accounts early via the online filing system in order to avoid delays and subsequent penalties

The Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme, otherwise known as the furlough scheme, and all Government contributions are due to end on 30 September 2021

Court of Appeal rules that Artificial Intelligence “DABUS” cannot be the inventor on a UK Patent.

Hull Is This chats to Alistair O'Sullivan from digital marketing agency Diony about how they are helping Rollits to remain digitally agile

Hull Is This chats to Caroline Hardcastle about how Rollits is dedicated to supporting the local education sector

Updated version of National Planning Policy Framework published on 20 July 2021

Hull Is This chats to Partner Andrew Digwood, who recently became the Undersheriff of York.

Hull Is This met up with Ralph Gilbert to discuss how Rollits became an established part of Hull’s thriving business scene.

Queen announced an important piece of legislation for the charity sector as the Government’s plans to roll out the Charities Bill.

Recent case may herald a return to more conditioned break clauses.

Making discussions about Pre Nuptial Agreements part of wedding planning should be the norm to provide certainty, security and comfort for everyone

Restrictions on the service of winding up petitions has been extended and now applies until 30 September 2021

Landlords not be able to take steps to forfeit a commercial lease on the basis of rent arrears until at least 26 March 2022

In this modern age of technology dealing with the administration of an estate might not be as simple as you would like!

‘Roadmap to recovery’ means that notice periods are now being reduced and the eviction ban has been lifted.

The Planning Bill will look to introduce a number of planning reforms that were set out in last year's planning white paper

M&S launch legal action against Aldi over popular “Colin The Caterpillar” cake

Things to consider when buying a property at auction ... before the hammer falls!

Vulnerable workers must be protected

Recent Government press release announces that the ban on residential evictions in England will be extended until “at least 31 May 2021”

Forfeiture moratorium extended yet again, this time until end of June 2021

Family law, and when the consequences of misunderstandings can be costly

Recent High Court case serves as a reminder that both parties to a marriage can seek spousal maintenance

Government announces ban on the eviction of tenants from residential properties extended by another 6 weeks.

The decision of E (Vaccine) [2021]

Financial Conduct Authority’s new rules introduced on 28 January 2021

Supreme Court, under the Financial Markets Test Case Scheme, delivers judgement of a case brought by the Financial Conduct Authority on behalf of policyholders

Charity Commission publishes its inquiry into the Kenya Community Support Network

The Charity Commission has recently published a decision in relation to an inquiry into Combined Funds Limited.

Temporary legislation extended for corporate bodies holding their AGMs between 26 March 2020 and 30 December 2020

And on it goes…forfeiture moratorium extended until end of March 2021

75 years after the Nuremberg Trials, a new international crime of “Ecocide”?

Beware - key points to be aware of around intellectual property rights following the end of the EU transition period

What can landowners do to protect themselves from Right of Way claims?

Further details of the extended scheme announced by Rishi Sunak

New Regulations extend the period in which companies and “other qualifying bodies” can hold meetings under CIGA 2020

HM Treasury announces extension of CJRS to 30 November 2020

Rollits announce the appointment of graduates Joshua Hobson, Olivia Keith and Emma Richards, at the start of their Period of Recognised Training.

Rollits receives accolades for the excellence of its people, services and systems in the latest edition of the UK Legal 500

Tradition and technology helps Rollits to share stories of its rich history!

Businesses provided a fundraising boost to charities by taking to the golf course for Rollits' Charity Golf Day.

Rollits LLP has announces the promotion of one of its specialist employment lawyers to Partner.

Legal issues around the growing trend towards flexible working will come under the spotlight during a free webinar in June

Return of annual charity golf day on Thursday 1 July will raise more funds for Dove House Hospice and MD UK

Senior planning lawyer joins Rollits' experienced Planning & Development team

Government to invest £1m in family mediation to support families to resolve issues relating to children.

Our donation enables Tigers Trust to gift footballs to local children in Hull and East Riding

Rollits welcomes new trainees and revives work experience programme

Next step on their career journeys for Harriet and Millie

Firm is marking its 180th anniversary by renewing a commitment to harness technology to drive future growth

Rollits has been awarded a second series of professional accolades following publication of the latest Chambers UK rankings.

A Q&A with Planning Associate Libby Clarkson

Andrew Digwood reflects on his time as Chamber President during a global pandemic

Managing Partner Ralph Gilbert on the importance of marking a special anniversary by looking back, but thinking forward…

Trainee Solicitor Lily Dobson reflects on her journey to become a qualified solicitor

Enisha Ali looks back at her career journey to date - from property sales negotiator and waitress to trainee solicitor!

Newly qualified solicitor Harriet Kingston explains how a career in law first caught her attention.

New recruit Millie Bird describes her career journey so far ...

Partner Chris Drinkall reflects on the last 17 years of his career in the law!

Alison Benson looks back at the rather unconventional start to her legal career!

Douglas Oliver looks at the new Government proposals to change the Shared Ownership regime to make it more buyer-friendly

Chris Drinkall reviews the Government's updated Guidance for Landlords and Tenants in the private and social housing sector