Stephens Scown Recognised for Landmark Trade Mark Case at Managing IP Awards
The leading South West law firm with a reputation for delivering above and beyond for…
May 7, 2026 By Emily
Volunteers, Workers or Employees? Getting Status Right in the Charity Sector
Whilst organisations typically operate based on hiring staff and remunerating them for their work, charities…
May 5, 2026 By Hazel Sanders
Employment Rights Act Reforms: What rural and agricultural employers must do to stay compliant
The Employment Rights Act 2025 (ERA) represents the most significant overhaul of UK employment law…
May 1, 2026 By Ellie Hibberd
South West law firm celebrates promotion success
Following another record-breaking financial year, leading South West law firm Stephens Scown is celebrating the promotion of 21 colleagues, including four…
May 1, 2026 By Stephens Scown
Stephens Scown shortlisted for seven awards at leading law society honours
Stephens Scown has been shortlisted in seven categories at the Devon and Somerset Law Society…
April 30, 2026 By Stephens Scown
Agricultural workers accommodation following the Renters’ Rights Act 2025
Farmers and landowners have known for a long time about the special status that can be enjoyed…
April 29, 2026 By Ian Thomas
Should I Agree to my Spouse Keeping Their Inheritance on our Divorce?
The question as to what approach should be taken to inheritances a husband or wife…
April 29, 2026 By Andrew Barton
Minerals Safeguarding – Pushing the boundaries
With pressure growing to develop areas adjoining mineral resources, Chris Tofts advises minerals operators to review…
April 28, 2026 By Chris Tofts
The unforeseen consequences of living with a partner
It is widely recognised that upon relationship breakdown unmarried couples do not have the same…
April 27, 2026 By Sarah Atkinson
EV Charging Points – legal requirement in new homes
How will the government requirement for all new homes and buildings to provide EV car…
April 27, 2026 By Katie Allen
Keeping Records: Daily Working Hours of Staff
Currently the obligations on British employers under the Working Time Regulations 1998 (WTRs) to keep…
April 27, 2026 By Hazel Sanders
Supplier invoice fraud – who ends up paying the bill?
Supplier invoice fraud is continuing to present a significant threat to businesses in the UK.…
April 27, 2026 By Catherine Mathews