What will the new year bring for data compliance?
The way businesses use data is an ever-evolving landscape and this year is shaping up…
January 15, 2026 By Leanne Yendell
Get to know your legal advisor – James Snell
In this series, we introduce some of the people that make up Stephens Scown. We…
January 14, 2026 By Stephens Scown
What is the West Somerset Tidal Lagoon?
The West Somerset Tidal Lagoon has been in the news again, with the Guardian recently…
January 13, 2026 By Kate Evans
Strategic Guidance for Professional Service Firms: Proactive Governance in the AI & Data Era
Immediate action is essential for regulatory readiness and innovation in legal, accounting, and advisory practices.…
January 12, 2026 By Amy Ralston
Community Asset Transfers — 4 Hidden Legal Traps in Devolution Deals
Principal councils are increasingly devolving buildings, parks and open spaces to town and parish councils,…
January 9, 2026 By Lydia Hart
HRExpress: How we help businesses – Performance management and employee capability
Effective performance management is crucial for maintaining a productive and harmonious workplace. When an employee…
January 8, 2026 By Ellie Hibberd
Essential Steps to Protect Your Brand for the New Year
The new year is the perfect time for businesses to review their brand protection strategy.…
January 7, 2026 By Olivia Richards
Cobden v Cobden – resolving business partnership disputes
In what is a significant case in the resolution of partner disputes, Stephens Scown’s Dispute…
January 6, 2026 By Helen Prince
Trusted advice: supporting families through life’s key decisions
Planning for the future, resolving family financial matters, or navigating inheritance disputes can be deeply…
January 5, 2026 By Sarah Atkinson
The risk of contracting in the digital world
The recent Court of Appeal decision in DAZN Ltd v Coupang Corp is a stark…
January 5, 2026 By Laura Stanley
Leading South West law firm reports another year of strong financial growth
Stephens Scown, the employee-owned and B Corp™ Certified law firm, has reported another year of…
January 5, 2026 By Stephens Scown
Renters’ Rights Act 2025: changes which commenced on 27 December 2025
On 27 December 2025, a discrete but significant tranche of provisions from the Renters’ Rights…
December 31, 2025 By Nicola Hall