Archive for January 2025

gunnercooke Crypto Team Attends 5th Blockchain Roundtable at the German Parliament 

Managing Partner of gunnercooke Germany, Wolfgang Richter, and Banking and Finance Partner, Frederik von Essen, recently took part in the prestigious 5th Blockchain Roundtable, held within the German parliamentary buildings, the Bundestag, in Berlin.  This exclusive event, hosted by the Free Democratic Party (FDP) and spearheaded by founder of the Blockchain Roundtable and politician Frank […]

Right to Work in the UK: what you know about the 2025 changes to eVisas

In the UK, workers must demonstrate their Right to Work, and it is the employer’s duty to confirm this eligibility before hiring, conducting periodic checks as needed. The methods to prove one’s Right to Work differ based on their immigration status. Last year the government began a roll out of ‘eVisas’ and further mandatory changes […]

gunnercooke Employment Law team partners with LSE’s Legal Advice Clinic

Shilpen Savani, Dispute Resolution & Employment Law Partner, has announced an exciting partnership with the London School of Economics’ (LSE) newly launched Legal Advice Clinic. This collaboration goes beyond the typical law clinic, representing a unique opportunity to provide pro bono assistance to members of the community while supporting the development of future legal professionals. […]

Building the future: what’s next for construction law in 2025 

2024 was a significant year for the construction industry. The Autumn Budget introduced ambitious new housing targets nationwide, reformed business tax policies, and saw labour costs rise for many firms. As we move into 2025, the pace of change shows no signs of slowing. To help you stay ahead, our construction legal experts have shared […]

Global ESG Litigation Risk: Implications for UK Board Governance 

In today’s interconnected business environment, corporate boards face unprecedented scrutiny over their environmental, social, and governance (ESG) practices. The landscape has evolved significantly in 2024, with landmark cases across multiple jurisdictions demonstrating the expanding scope of corporate liability and regulatory oversight.   Let’s take a look on how litigation was approached in this arena last year. […]

Clarifying Spanish President’s Recent Tax Proposal: Providing Clarity and Calm for UK Investors in Spanish Real Estate

Clarifying Spanish President’s Recent Tax Proposal: Providing Clarity and Calm for UK Investors in Spanish Real Estate From the Spanish Desk, as solicitors specialised in real estate transactions in Spain, we are aware that recent reports about a potential increase in taxes for property purchases by non-EU citizens, including British investors, may have caused some […]

Time Management in Law: A Blueprint for Efficiency and Well-Being

Authored by Commercial Litigation and International Arbitration lawyer Andre Yeghiazarian of gunnercooke LLP and Julie Blinkho Co-Founder of Business Health Institute Precision and efficiency form the cornerstone of legal practice. As the profession grapples with escalating demands, effective time management becomes not just a skill but a necessity. Thomson Reuters’ Legal Executive Institute (2023) highlights […]

Last Call for “Golden Visa” in Spain: What You Need to Know Before it´s too late

Organic Law 1/2025, of 2 January, on measures to improve the efficiency of the Public Justice Service, has introduced significant changes to Spanish regulations, notably the elimination of the so-called “golden visa.” These visas allowed non-EU citizens to obtain residency permits through substantial investments in the country, particularly in the real estate sector. The “golden […]