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Lorna’s dedication to her clients truly shines through. Her professionalism, combined with a warm, approachable style, has created lasting impacts for so many. It is no surprise she’s earned such fantastic feedback from those she’s helped. Here’s to continued success and more milestones to come! 👏👏 #ClientSuccess #LegalExcellence #UKLaw #Solicitors

We are delighted to be hosting our Employment Law Update at the picturesque Jimmy’s Farm in Wherstead on Thursday, 21 November. Vanessa Bell and Matthew Cole will be hosting this event, delivering essential updates and offering practical guidance on the latest in employment law. This event would be perfect for business owners, senior managers, and HR professionals. Spaces are limited – you can secure your place by registering through the link in the comments below. Please note that due to demand, we are also limiting the number of attendees from the same organisation. #EmploymentLaw #EmploymentLawUpdate #EmploymentReform #HRProfessionals

There are only two weeks to go until our next Developers Club event! Join us for our next live construction event on Wednesday 6th November, where we’ll explore crucial topics surrounding the Building Safety Act and the impact of the JCT 2024 suite of contracts. Our expert speakers, Peter Blake, Chris Harrall, and Graham Mead from our Construction Team, will provide in-depth insights into: 🔎 Who pays for remediation works? 🔎 How the Building Safety Act affects projects and the running of contracts 🔎 New claims that are likely to arise With breakfast and networking opportunities before and after the event, it is the perfect chance to connect, learn, and stay updated on these industry critical issues. 📅 Wednesday 6th November, 2024 ⏰ 7:30 am 📍 Colchester United Football Club You can register your place for this event here https://lnkd.in/ekgkSDPn #ConstructionLaw #BuildingSafetyAct #JCT2024 #Networking #LiveEvent

Some great news to start the week... Everyone at Prettys is delighted that Vanessa Bell, Partner and lead of our Employment Team, has been recognised as a Next Generation Partner in the Legal 500 UK 2025. Well done Vanessa.   For the second year, our employment team is ranked as a leading firm in East Anglia and noted not only for our level of service but also the range of additional support we give to HR professionals and senior managers. We think this client feedback sums things up rather nicely… ‘Prettys is an ideal firm to work with as the team is diverse but connected, we are able to be directed to the best person for the matter in hand whilst our relationship and client profile is maintained. Individual team members guide us on the best approach to any situation while being innovative and creative with solutions and best value advice.’ Legal 500 [UK 2025] Matthew Cole, Sheilah Cummins, Siân Llewelyn, Aimee Riley Read more about our rankings in the Legal 500 here https://lnkd.in/ehJpY6A7 #legal500 #nextgenerationpartner #employmentlaw

‘Getting people used to the idea that there are these new obligations around sexual harassment’ was the message from Matthew Cole at the recent HR Leaders event hosted by Waddington Brown Ltd - HR Recruitment & Consultancy. Together Prettys and Waddington Brown have launched the Unwelcome Attention initiative to raise awareness and support organisations, helping create and foster a safer working environment for everyone. You can learn more about Unwelcome Attention and the steps involved by visiting our website: https://lnkd.in/eud_QTY2 #UnwelcomeAttention #SexualHarassment #EmploymentLaw #LegalDuty #HRSupport #WorkplaceSafety

If your job involves data protection, there is still time to register for our latest webinar happening at midday today! Our Data Protection Specialists, Matthew Cole and Maria Spencer, will cover the latest critical updates that every business needs to know about: 📌 The EU AI Act: What it means for UK businesses and how to stay compliant. 📌 Data Protection Under the New Labour Government: Anticipated changes and their potential impact. 📌 Biometric Data Compliance: Stay on the right side of the law when handling sensitive biometric data. 📌 Enforcement & Case Law Update: Learn from recent fines and emerging trends. 📌 What’s Next?: Explore the future of data protection and prepare your business for what’s ahead. You can register here to reserve your place: https://lnkd.in/ejkZY4NQ #dataprotection #privacy #EUAIAct #AI #biometricdata #businesscompliance #cybersecurity #legalupdates

Is your business up to date and compliant with the latest changes in Data Protection? When it comes to data protection, staying informed is essential to protect your business from compliance risks and potentially large fines. You can join us for our Data Protection Webinar on Wednesday, 16th October, where our Data Protection Specialists Matthew Cole and Maria Spencer will cover critical updates every business needs to know about: 📌 The EU AI Act: What it means for UK businesses and how to stay compliant. 📌 Data Protection Under the New Labour Government: Anticipated changes and their potential impact. 📌 Biometric Data Compliance: Stay on the right side of the law when handling sensitive biometric data. 📌 Enforcement & Case Law Update: Learn from recent fines and emerging trends. 📌 What’s Next?: Explore the future of data protection and prepare your business for what’s ahead. You can secure your spot at our latest webinar by registering here: https://lnkd.in/ejkZY4NQ #dataprotection #privacy #EUAIAct #AI #biometricdata #businesscompliance #cybersecurity #legalupdates

🔔 Our next exclusive Construction event is less than a month away! 🗓️ Wednesday, 6th November 📍 Colchester United Football Club ⏱ 7:30 AM start Peter Blake, Chris Harrall, and Graham Mead will deliver in-depth insights on the Building Safety Act and explore key updates in the JCT 2024 suite. This is an ideal event for anyone involved in architecture, development, safety management, or building ownership. Michael Booth and Ellie Claffey from our Construction team will also be on available on the day, to meet with our delegates and answer any questions you may have. This event is an excellent chance to expand your network with our Construction and Commercial Property teams and stay informed on the industry's latest developments. 🔗 Secure your place for this event here: https://lnkd.in/eMcVu27M #construction #buildingsafety #developersclub #JCT2024 #buildingsafetyact

It was a pleasure for us to showcase our business, and meet everybody at Milsom Hotels and Restaurants latest event. Listening to Lewis Richardson on his Olympic journey and the hard work day in, and day out to achieve his medal was truly inspiring.

Law firms – what do you want, need and expect? At Prettys, we are always looking at ways to improve how we serve our clients. To ensure we are always aligned with your needs, we are participating in national research aimed at understanding what clients like you value most when working with lawyers and law firms. Your feedback through a short survey will allow us to: •  Identify the most important qualities clients consider when choosing legal services. •  Understand which aspects of our service make the greatest impact on your experience. •  Adapt and improve how we support you as your trusted legal partner. This survey will help not only us but also contribute to industry-wide improvements in how legal services are delivered across the UK. Your input is crucial to ensuring we meet your expectations now and in the future. Why participate? Your insights help us grow and innovate. Your thoughts on communications, response times, and legal expertise, help shape the future of legal services. Rest assured, your responses are entirely confidential, and the survey will only take about 10 minutes to complete. Your participation directly influences the ways we can better serve you. Take the survey now: https://lnkd.in/eC2CK_wv