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Congratulations to our senior partner Paul Gordon and partner Simon Cook who have both been ranked in Chambers UK’s annual High Net Worth guide. This prestigious national guide recognises the leading professional advisers to the private wealth market and is published all over the world. Since its inaugural edition six years ago, our lawyers have […]

Alongside celebrating 75 years of Willans, 2022 has seen the firm begin a complete modernisation of its Cheltenham regency offices, with the help of many local businesses. For over 60 years, Willans has occupied a prominent piece of the town’s historic area surrounding Imperial Gardens, and the office redesign and refurbishment includes moving reception from […]

Willans has become the first law firm to join climate-change campaign CheltenhamZero. Celebrating 75 years in business this April, we’re committed to supporting the town’s shift to net zero emissions by the year 2030. As an active member of the Gloucestershire community, we support several local initiatives every year, including charity fundraising, awards sponsorship and […]

Due to the pandemic, 2021 saw another year of disruption and delay in the employment law universe. Many predicted changes didn’t materialise and therefore, it’s expected these may come to fruition in the coming months. Here’s a round-up of the key developments to look out for in 2022: Employment bill Perhaps the most significant change […]

A series of senior promotions have been awarded to Willans lawyers as the firm prepares to celebrate its 75th year in business. Family lawyer Jonathan Eager and employment law specialist Jenny Hawrot are both promoted to partner, bringing our partner count to 18. Described as “hands on and responsive”, Jonathan was once again ranked in […]

The corporate team at Willans LLP, together with BPE Solicitors, have completed on an AIM-listed deal where Totally plc acquired corporate fitness provider Energy Fit-Pro for £1.3 million. The onset and ongoing impact of the COVID-19 pandemic have brought about an increased focus on employee wellbeing, and the acquisition of Energy Fit-Pro gives Totally plc […]

We’re pleased to welcome a new partner to our corporate & commercial team, as the firm continues to expand. Bringing with him over a decade of experience, Rishi Ladwa joins from a UK top 100 law firm and advises businesses in a variety of sectors, including leisure and hospitality, retail, professional services and healthcare, on a […]

Over the past fortnight, outstanding lawyers and departments from Willans have been recognised in the 2022 editions of independent legal guides, Chambers UK and The Legal 500. Known globally as leading providers of legal insight and analysis, the guides both release rankings on the UK’s top lawyers and firms on an annual basis. Willans has […]

On 26 August 2021, the Home Office released information about improving the process for businesses to sponsor migrants. Our employment & business immigration team shares the latest. The change will be implemented from the fourth quarter of 2021 to the first quarter of 2024. In response to a 9% increase in applications in the past […]

We are delighted that an independent guide to the best professional advisors for high-net-worth individuals has given recognition to two of our partners and private wealth experts. The prestigious Chambers High Net Worth guide is published each year internationally and has been running for five years – having ranked our lawyers in each edition since […]