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Listen now🎧 Tony Trainor, Chief Executive of Mellors Catering Services and John Whittingslow, Napthens Litigation Partner, discuss business debt and recovery of that debt. The episode covers: • The importance of debt recovery to all businesses • How Napthens can support recovery of debt • What does debt mean to businesses, the economy and jobs Tony and John also look at how debt is a positive things for businesses, when managed correctly. Click here to be among the first to hear the new episode 🎧 https://lnkd.in/ers6ATre

Another brilliant client review for Stewart Croft from our Commercial Litigation and Dispute Resolution team. Some well deserved recognition👏

In today’s knowledge-driven economy, intellectual property is often one of a business’s most valuable assets. In this article, Adam Turley, Solicitor and Legal Director at Napthens LLP, explains how UK IP law interacts with employment law, including: ✔️ What is Intellectual Property? ✔️ Who Owns IP Created by Employees? ✔️ Why IP Ownership Matters for Employers ✔️ Best Practices for Employers ✔️ Legal Support for Intellectual Property Intellectual property is not just a legal issue—it’s a strategic asset. Employers who proactively manage IP rights through clear contracts and policies will protect their business, foster innovation, and reduce the risk of litigation. 📖 Read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/egaEgRsX

Coming soon! Tony Trainor, chief executive of Mellors Catering Services Ltd and John Whittingslow, Napthens Litigation Partner, discuss business debt and recovery of that debt. The episode covers: • The importance of debt recovery to all businesses • How Napthens can support recovery of debt • What does debt mean to businesses, the economy and jobs Follow Debrief: The Legal Podcast on Spotify to be the first to hear the new episode 🎧 https://lnkd.in/eD5Y2ar2

Proactive Steps for Companies to Avoid Litigation in the New Year 📅⚖️ Happy new year to all Napthens LLP clients and contacts! As we kick off a new year, Liam Ockleshaw and I consider how businesses have a chance to prepare for the potential legal challenges ahead. Taking proactive steps now can save time, money, and stress later. Here are key actions to consider: 1. Review & Update Contracts ✍️ Make sure all contracts are up-to-date, clear, and compliant with new laws. Address any ambiguous clauses that could lead to future disputes. 2. Strengthen Dispute Resolution Processes 🔄 Add clear Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) clauses in contracts, and ensure your team knows how to handle disputes early, before they escalate. 3. Conduct a Risk Assessment 📊 Review potential legal risks across your business. Is there a compliance or regulatory area that needs attention? Addressing these proactively can avoid costly issues down the line. 4. Improve Communication Channels 📢 Ensure clear internal and external communication processes for addressing concerns and resolving disputes before they turn into litigation. 5. Leverage Technology 🖥️ Use legal tech tools for document management, litigation forecasting, and e-discovery to streamline legal processes and stay ahead of issues. 6. Stay Informed on Legal Trends 📚 Track industry and regulatory changes that could impact your business. Staying informed will help you stay compliant and reduce exposure to legal risks. 7. Work Closely with Legal Advisors 🤝 Build a strong relationship with trusted external legal advisers to handle potential litigation efficiently. Having a clear strategy in place can reduce legal costs and uncertainty. Starting the year with these steps can help ensure your business is better prepared to navigate the legal landscape. Prevention is key! 🔑 We hope this year is productive and progressive for you all and if you need any advice or assistance as issues arise throughout the year, we'll be on hand to assist.

🏘️ Why do so many residential transactions stall? 👉 One telling statistic: around one in three UK residential sales fall through before completion — and delays are a major contributor. ➡️ In practice, it’s rarely just price or surveys. Deals slow when agents, solicitors, lenders and brokers operate in silos. Information arrives late, risks surface too far down the line, and momentum is lost. ➡️ The transactions that do complete tend to look different. Early, open collaboration — clear communication, joined-up timelines, and honest expectation management — reduces friction and keeps deals moving, even when issues arise. 💡 In a market where confidence matters, collaboration isn’t a soft skill. It’s a commercial one. This is the way Conveyancing lawyers can really differentiate themselves in 2026. What’s the biggest cause of delay you’re seeing right now? #ResidentialProperty #PropertyTransactions #Collaboration #UKProperty

Struggling with executors who are blocking estate administration? Veronica Howley, Legal Director in Napthens Litigation team, will provide solicitors with a guide to Section 50 applications, ideal for those handling contentious probate or complex estate matters. Learn how to assess the merits of a case, build a strong application, advise clients with confidence, and stay up to date with key decisions. Click below to find out more 👇 https://lnkd.in/efmTWCKD

🌟 Happy New Year! 🌟 ❄️ After two very relaxing weeks off (albeit too much food and too many snowballs (I’ll leave you to guess which type)), it’s great to get back to my plans for our super new Manchester office. 🚀 Recruitment is going well with several fantastic new hires secured and a number of others in the pipeline, and we are on the look out for more fabulous colleagues to join the team. ☎️ If you are an ambitious, forward-thinking lawyer who is keen to be part of a team building something new and exciting, please get in touch with me or Daniel Grinsted. ⚽️ Culture is key at Napthens LLP - there’s no room for big egos; this is a team sport!

Season's greetings 🎄