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Guarding against post-deal surprises: the crucial role of warranties and indemnities
Lydia Sevenoaks, from our Corporate Team, guides you warranties and indemnities in M&A, explaining how they protect buyers, manage risk, and support effective due diligence in business acquisitions.
Conditional Contracts v Option Agreements: Which is right for you?
Sophie Fletcher, from our Agriculture & Rural Team, explains Conditional Contracts vs Option Agreements, helping landowners understand risks, benefits and development land options.
Starting a business: Key legal considerations explained
Starting a business involves more than a great idea. Charles Danjoux, from our Corporate Team, explains the key legal considerations that can shape your venture’s success.
Navigating wayleaves and easements: What should I do when a utility provider contacts me?
Emma Richmond, Solicitor in our Rural Property Team, explains the key differences between wayleaves and easements to landowners, and outlines the practical steps you should take when approached by a utility provider.
Hidden costs in commercial leases: How to handle service charges
Rebecca Evans, from our Commercial Property Team, outlines how to identify and handle service charge liabilities in commercial leases to protect tenant and landlord interests.
Preparing for a seamless sale
Lydia Sevenoaks from Hay & Kilner's Corporate Team outlines how a legal health check can help business owners prepare for sale, streamline due diligence, mitigate risk and maximise value.
Understanding warranty claims in M&A
Charles Danjoux, Solicitor in Hay & Kilner’s Corporate Team, explains warranty claims in business sales, outlining key legal risks, claim triggers and how sellers and buyers can protect themselves.
Using AI in recruitment: a guide for employers
Sarah Hall, Partner from our Employment Law & HR Team, explains the legal risks of using AI in recruitment, including bias, discrimination and data protection.

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