Harrowing to watch the incredible BBC documentary last night #SurvivingThePostOffice where #WillMellor met people who have been impacted by the #PostOfficeHorizon scandal. If you, or a loved one, had a Post Office Horizon scandal conviction, please get in touch with us, as we are helping the government compensate those impacted. 📧 Email us on: overturnedconvictionteam@freeths.co.uk or 💻 Visit: https://lnkd.in/e_a3cCZF
Freeths
Law Practice
Freeths is a full-service top 50 commercial law firm, trusted & well-liked by clients, with 13 UK offices.
About us
We are a leading full-service UK law firm, with 1,200+ freethinking colleagues all working together to make the future better for our people, clients and communities. We are a big firm, without the attitude. We get our momentum from our guiding values – smart, bold and together. We are friendly, straight-talking and use our expertise and integrity to deliver smart legal services and a dynamic, inclusive and rewarding experience. Because of all this and more, we’re trusted by leading household names such as Aldi, Tarmac, Experian and Lloyds Bank, to charities, universities, private individuals – to think beyond the norm and get the best results. For lawyers at any career stage, from ambitious undergraduates to the most seasoned professionals, we aim for Freeths to be the legal team they want to be part of. A leading firm that talent purposefully heads to. A place where reputations are earned. Careers, and friends-for-life, made. Testament to our positive culture, Freeths is listed in the Top 100 Best Companies to Work For. We’re on a mission to be our client's go-to law firm. The trusted and well-liked people they naturally turn to for legal support. From corporates, major retailers, insurance companies, financial institutions & multi-national construction & engineering companies, to entrepreneurs, owner-managed businesses & SME’s – all expertly and warmly serviced by our 1,000+ people in our 13 offices: Birmingham, Bristol, Derby, Glasgow, Leeds, Leicester, Liverpool, London, Manchester, Milton Keynes, Nottingham, Oxford & Sheffield. • Listed in The Times Best Law Firms 2024 • Legal 500 & Chambers & Partners legal guide consistent top tier ranks • National ranking of 44 in the Top 100 UK law firm listing - The Lawyer magazine • Winner of The Lawyer and Legal Week’s Litigation Team of the Year 2020 • Ranked 51 in the Social Mobility Employer Index 2020 • ‘Diversity Champion’ for Stonewall - charity supporting LGBTQ+ rights
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- Law Practice
- Company size
- 1,001-5,000 employees
- Headquarters
- Nottingham
- Type
- Partnership
- Specialties
- Banking & Finance, Commercial Contracts, Construction, Corporate Finance, Dispute Resolution, Debt Recovery, Employment, Insolvency, Intellectual Property and IT, Planning and Environment, Real Estate, Tax, GDPR, Energy, Waste & Sustainability, Family Law, Wills, Trusts & Estates, Clinical Negligence, Pensions, and Engineering
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Updates
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A huge thank you to everyone who joined us today at our #London office for an engaging seminar on the recently unveiled Employment Rights Bill 2024 📝 This landmark legislation, announced on 10 October, introduces key employment rights (and obligations) that will impact businesses across the country 📜 Our employment law experts provided employers, HR professionals, and managers with practical guidance on the Bill's core changes, covering the potential impacts and steps to take in preparation for these proposals 📢 It was fantastic to see so many professionals coming together to stay ahead of this significant reform while networking over breakfast. Stay tuned for more updates and insights as we continue to break down the implications of this vital legislation! #EmploymentLaw #EmploymentRightsBill2024 #LegalUpdate Kevin Poulter, Amanda Trewhella, Phoebe Anand
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Since our last workshop, the Government has unveiled its anticipated Employment Rights Bill, promising the biggest transformation of employment law for a generation 📝 Tom Draper, Toby Pochron, Adele Coupland and Claudia B. will be holding a workshop to wrap up 2024. This is a fantastic opportunity to network with industry professionals, gain valuable insights, and prepare for the year ahead. Register your place here! 👇 https://lnkd.in/eP4ewHX4 #EmploymentLaw #HRForum #Sheffield #ProfessionalDevelopment
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Payment in lieu of notice. It’s a phrase we see all the time in termination letters. Employment Director Rob Smedley explores what exactly it means and some of the hidden risks. #EmploymentLaw #PaymentInLieu
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Join us on Wednesday 27 November for our latest in-house lawyers webinar, 'The IP Horizon: What’s new and what’s next?'! 💻 In today’s fast-paced and ever-evolving legal landscape, staying ahead of the curve is crucial. This webinar is designed to provide you with the latest insights and updates on intellectual property law, ensuring you remain informed and prepared for some of the challenges that lie ahead! Register your place below! 👇 https://lnkd.in/e7t2X4sZ #IntellectualProperty #TheIPHorizon #InHouseLawyers Martin Noble, Richard Ellis, Iona Silverman, Kishan Pattni, Simon Barker.
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Are you familiar with the rules around #greenwashing? Do you want to shout about your investment into #sustainability but don’t want to risk damaging your reputation? Join our #webinar on 13 November where our experts will provide an update on the rules♻️ https://lnkd.in/dp5Vkvtq
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Join us for an insightful breakfast seminar on the much-anticipated Employment Rights Bill 2024 📝 This landmark legislation, unveiled on 10th October 2024, introduces significant changes that will impact workers across the country. Don't miss this opportunity to stay ahead of the curve and ensure your business is ready for these important legal reforms. Register your place below 👇 https://lnkd.in/eMqUXpQK #EmploymentLaw #HR #LegalUpdate #Networking
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Join us and Initium for an engaging panel discussion on key legal steps to prepare for investment and scale-up 📢 The event will focus on protecting your brand and assets, getting your house in order as well as providing insights into what investors look for at seed stage and beyond. Hosted by Senior Partner Philippa Dempster, with insights from Amanda Trewhella, Iona Silverman, Jessica Matthews, and Malin Svanberg Larsson, this event is not to be missed! Register your place below 👇 https://lnkd.in/eEub2X-s #ScaleUp #FemaleEntrepreneurs #BusinessGrowth
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Join us for a unique exploration of leasehold rights and liabilities through the lens of the legendary playwright William Shakespeare. In this engaging session, Tim Foley, our specialist property litigator, will guide you through the essential aspects of occupying property as a tenant, drawing parallels to the wit and wisdom found in Shakespeare’s works 📝 This webinar is designed specifically for In-house lawyers and General Counsel seeking to deepen their knowledge of leasehold matters in an innovative and thought-provoking manner. Don't miss this unique learning opportunity! Register your place below! 👇 https://lnkd.in/g2TWVxiz #Webinar #InHouseLawyers #GeneralCounsel #Leasehold #Shakespeare #PropertyLaw #LegalInsights
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Our Retail team had a fabulous time last week at the Retail Gazette Awards #RGA2024 🏆 Well done to all the amazing entrants, finalists, and winners; and a special congratulations to LUSH for winning the Sustainability Game Changer award, the Freeths’ sponsored category! 🌿🏅 It was a pleasure to present this award to a brand that has always been a real game changer in the retail sector, with the environment truly at the heart of their values, ever since their inception. This year, we were proud to achieve B-Corp status - the only top 50 UK law firm. We have a dedicated sustainability practice which has supported over 300 retail clients with ESG projects in a wide range of areas 🌱 If you'd like to learn more about how we can support your sustainability projects, or if you’d like to learn more about our wider retail sector offering, please email rebecca.pearson@freeths.co.uk Philippa Dempster, Nick Sutton, Jessica Matthews, Craig Jones, Luke Dixon. #Sustainability #SustainableRetail #ESG