So: you’re finally ready to leave the world of traditional law behind to set up your own law firm. You’ve been dreaming of the autonomy, the flexible working hours – not to mention building a practice that’s tailored to your vision, your ambitions. However, starting your own law practice comes with some challenges that can […]
This article was originally on the gunnercooke German website, found here. Hands-on experience as interim counsel for an international client Introduction Oliver Huq is a partner at gunnercooke in Düsseldorf with over 15 years’ experience on an international level. As a legal generalist, he specialises in commercial law, focusing on (public) procurement, compliance, data protection, IP/IT, litigation & ADR, and […]
“Trust is personal, not institutional” – Charles Green Trust underpins every great business relationship you have ever built. Trust is personal to you but it’s not about how clever you are; it’s about how you show up. In a world obsessed with expertise, David H. Maister and Charles Green managed to cut through the noise with a deceptively simple idea: The Trust Equation. The Trust Equation explains […]
For British residents inheriting assets in Catalonia, Spain, the prospect of navigating Spanish inheritance tax can feel daunting. The system works quite differently from what we are accustomed to in the UK, and Catalonia operates under its own regional tax rules. However, there is some reassuring news: if you are a close family member, particularly a spouse, the tax bill is likely to be far more manageable than you might fear. […]
For many lawyers, the idea of running their own practice has often remained just that – a dream! Investigating how to open a traditional legal practice can seem like something of a Pandora’s Box: you take off the lid to discover a maze of regulation, expensive insurance requirements, and a never-ending list of operational requirements […]
When you instruct a lawyer, you place a huge amount of trust in them, especially when they are recommended to you by an agent or intermediary. You expect them to be experts in the area; properly trained and regulated to advise you. Most clients assume this is a given, but this isn’t always the case. It might sound obvious, but as a global team, we have noticed that not everyone realises that for UK property transactions, you need a […]
The start of a new year is often a time for new beginnings, as it inspires reflection, goal-setting, and positive change. Perhaps the epitome of new beginnings is the decision to start a family, or have another child. Nowadays there are several different routes to becoming a parent and that brings with it a multitude […]
How to lose millions: A chilling tale for landowners and their advisors on the importance of obtaining specialist property law advice. It is a truth universally acknowledged that a gentleman in possession of land that is subject to an overage agreement must be in want of a specialist property lawyer. Ignore these words at your peril, for there follows here a […]
Surrogacy Law is complex and there are many issues which need to be considered by all parties. Amongst the most important legal considerations are: 1. Altruistic Process and Surrogacy Agreements 2. Establishing Legal Parenthood. 3. International and Jurisdictional Matters. Altruistic Process and Surrogacy Agreements While surrogacy is legal in the UK, it must be an […]
Dispute Resolution and Charity Partner Khaled Moyeed, successfully registered New Dawn Organisation, a newly established charity committed to preventing and relieving poverty amongst Syrian communities in Syria and the UK. The trustees originally started their project in Syria in 2012 and have been working tirelessly since the beginning of the Syrian crisis to alleviate suffering, bring students back to […]
Does your family structure look different? Maybe you are a single parent, part of a same-sex couple or live in a multi-generational household. If this is you, it’s vital that you understand the importance of estate planning. Contrary to popular belief, estate planning isn’t just for the wealthy or elderly it’s for those who want […]
Charitable giving has long been part of estate planning advice, but in the United Kingdom it carries particular appeal due to the way the Inheritance Tax (IHT) system is structured. By integrating charitable gifts into a will or your wider estate planning, individuals can reduce their tax burden, enhance the value passed to loved ones, and support causes they care […]
Having represented solicitors and firms in SRA investigations for many years, I know firsthand how devastating these proceedings can be professionally, financially and personally. While many investigations are resolved at the SRA stage, the most serious cases reach the Solicitors Disciplinary Tribunal (SDT), which has the power to fine, suspend or strike solicitors from the […]
For decades, Indian corporates have turned to London. The city’s reputation as a stable, efficient, and neutral seat of arbitration remains unparalleled. Yet as India steadily reforms its arbitration framework, the question naturally arises: should London still be the preferred choice for Indian businesses? Historical continuity and comfort with common law continue to anchor London’s enduring leadership. English law is familiar to Indian businesses, and […]
Closing out 2025 with continued international momentum, gunnercooke made 12 new partner appointments across the UK, Germany and the US in Q4. The final quarter of the year saw particularly strong expansion in the firm’s Real Estate offering, with four new UK partners. UK The UK team welcoming a further eight new Partners across a broad range of practice areas. Real Estate remains the firm’s […]