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US nationals in the UK

Residence, Real Estate and the Right to Remain: A white paper on UK immigration for US nationals

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UK Renters' Rights Act

Key changes for landlords and what they mean in practice

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Guiding employers through change

Employment Rights Act series: what is in force, what is next and the key practical steps

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US investment into UK Real Estate

From California to the Cotswolds: why Americans are investing in UK property

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2026 promotions round unveiled

Our latest round of promotions recognises two new Partners and five Senior Associates

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28 Apr 2026 8 min read

Renters’ Rights Act: Key points for Landlords

As May fast approaches, landlords are facing one of the most significant shifts in the rental market in decades. The Renters’ Rights Act will introduce wide-ranging reforms, including changes to the assured shorthold tenancy regime and the introduction of a new assured periodic tenancy system. Partner, Colin Young and Senior Associate, Kate Symons outline the key changes and what they mean in practice.

27 Apr 2026 1 min read

Why policy certainty matters to growth‑focused entrepreneurs

In Startups Magazine, Private Wealth Partner, Dom Rothbarth considers why entrepreneurial ambition remains strong even as confidence in UK policy has weakened – and why certainty, more than generosity, is shaping where founders choose to invest, scale and build their businesses. He explores how tax, international mobility and long‑term policy direction are influencing these decisions.

23 Apr 2026 5 min read

Disclosure of Contractual Control Agreements: What you need to know

From April 2027, the draft Provision of Information (Contractual Control) (Registered Land) Regulations 2026 will introduce a new level of transparency around contractual control arrangements. Partner and Head of Real Estate, Andrew Wilmot-Smith and Senior Associate, Kate Symons explore what is changing, when it matters, and how to prepare.

22 Apr 2026 2 min read

Residence, real estate and the right to remain: UK immigration considerations for US nationals

Decisions about property and mobility are rarely just about place. Developed in collaboration with The Luxury Collective Global Advisory and Partner and Head of Immigration, Zoe Jacob, this white paper explores the legal and structural consequences of living in the UK for US nationals and examines how immigration frameworks intersect with wider family, tax and long‑term planning considerations.