News and events

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

Donkey Riding Held to be a Material Change of Use

Who, or what, is Schrems II?

Final clarity still awaited in as insurers may yet appeal to the Supreme Court

How do you remove an ag tag? (also known as agricultural occupancy conditions and agricultural ties)

What is multiple dwellings relief and when is it available?

New government JSS designed to protect viable jobs as employers continue to battle the impact of Covid

Even if your wishes are really simple making a Will is still really important.

New Practice Direction 55C introduced to Civil Procedure Rules 1998 to provide for temporary modification of Part 55 between September 2020 and March 2021

The end of the furlough scheme may mean the start of collective consultation for some

Measures to protect Tenant’s from the impact of Covid-19 due to expire

Planning system to change bringing a radical new approach to how the government proposes to protect and encourage biodiversity

Supreme Court issues Judgment in relation to the CIFF charity law case

Environment Bill reaches the stage of the Public Bill Committee, scheduled to report by Tuesday 29 September 2020

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.

Law firm recognised by clients and peers in Legal 500

Newly qualified solicitor recruited into Rollits' highly regarded and growing employment team.

Moratorium on forfeiture action on the basis of Rent Arrears extended until the end of 2020s

Former Longcroft School pupil joins Rollits as a Trainee Solicitor

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

Emma Fawke dispels the myth that LPAs are just for the elderly

How the firm has developed and changed over the last 180 years

Find out what's Abbie's most treasured possession

What is the best piece of advice Lucy has received so far in her career?