The UK Supreme Court has today delivered a significant ruling clarifying the legal meaning of “sex” and “woman” under the Equality Act 2010, stating unequivocally that these terms refer to biological sex. In a unanimous 88-page judgment, the court ruled that: “The definition of sex in the Equality Act 2010 makes clear that the concept...Read More

Choosing the right solicitor is crucial, whether you’re dealing with a property transaction, seeking advice on a divorce, making a personal injury claim, or writing a Will. However, according to the Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA), the number of First Tier Complaints involving dissatisfaction with the service of a firm, have steadily increased, rising by over...Read More

Insights from Nigel Targett, Employment and Dispute Resolution Lawyer. Recent reports, including those from the BBC, highlight a growing trend among major employers, such as Amazon and Sports Direct, encouraging staff to return to the office. This shift reflects a broader re-evaluation of remote work’s impact on productivity, collaboration, and company culture. Pros and Cons of...Read More

The Chambers and Partners UK 2024 Guide is now out and we are delighted to celebrate our Family and Corporate & Commercial team’s successes. Congratulations to Sue Knight, who has been ranked as a Band 1 Lawyer in recognition of her skills and experience, being commended as a “very talented and experienced matrimonial practitioner” and for providing “sound advice, support and...Read More

The Legal 500 2024 Guide to the best law firms in the UK has now been released and they have ranked Coole Bevis LLP in five practice areas including Private Client, Corporate & Commercial, Dispute Resolution, Commercial Property and Family. Congratulations to Sue Knight, Family Partner, who having been a Leading Individual for a number of years has, this year,...Read More