gunnercooke has been shortlisted as a finalist in the UK Law Firm of the Year category at the 2025 British Legal Awards. The British Legal Awards, hosted by Law.com International, recognise the achievements of law firms, in-house teams, chambers, and individuals who are driving the legal profession forward and celebrate organisations that demonstrate exceptional culture, client service, innovation, and impact. The firm has been […]
The Economic Crime and Corporate Transparency Act 2023 introduced ID verification requirements for company directors and people with significant control (“PSCs”). The aim is to enhance the accuracy of the companies register, prevent misuse, and foster a more secure business environment. So what do businesses need to know? PHASED ROLL OUT The Act left it […]
The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) has long held a reputation for rigorous enforcement. Yet one of the most contested aspects of its powers is when, if at all, it should publicise that an investigation has been launched. Traditionally, firms and individuals under scrutiny could rely on a high degree of confidentiality until the FCA reached […]
One of the most common questions we receive from clients who have lost a relative with property in Spain is: “When can we start selling the property?” The answer often surprises people. In Spain, you cannot sell a deceased person’s property until the inheritance process has been completed. This is quite different from the UK, […]
By Andre Yeghiazarian, Avi Bhandari and Kaviyana Sitartha, Dispute Resolution and Intellectual Property Lawyers at Gunnercooke LLP In 2015, the singer Rihanna won a landmark case against the British fashion retailer Topshop for using her image without her consent. Although Topshop made no explicit claim that Rihanna endorsed the product, the High Court ruled that […]
gunnercooke has developed five new global offices to meet demand after continued success of its entrepreneurial model. The firm now has 16 offices across England, Scotland, Germany, Austria and the US, with three new offices in London, Frankfurt and Chicago, and two upsized offices in Manchester and Leeds. With a consistent annual revenue increase of […]
gunnercooke has been shortlisted as a finalist in the Leading with Purpose for Business Culture category at the 2025 Business Culture Awards. The firm has been recognised for putting people and purpose at its core. From the impactful work of the gunnercooke foundation and House of Books & Friends, to the way the model empowers […]
By Andre Yeghiazarian, Avi Bhandari and Kaviyana Sitartha, Dispute Resolution and Intellectual Property Lawyers at gunnercooke LLP Open-source software is everywhere. It powers websites, runs mobile apps, and supports the tools used in finance and other industries. Modern technology depends on it. Many people assume that because open source is “free to use,” it can […]
Dr Heiko Plassmeier is a German dispute resolution lawyer with over 25 years of experience, advising companies on complex commercial disputes. After his first year at gunnercooke, Heiko reflects on his move from a large traditional law firm to a flexible model, his personal learning processes and on what he enjoys most about his work […]