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A leading Cheshire law firm has expressed its gratitude to all those who contributed after it helped raise £20,000 for the victims of floods caused by Storm Christoph. The funds were raised with the assistance of the Warrington Business Awards and Watsons Solicitors, and include a £7,500 contribution from logistics firm Eddie Stobart. The money […]

A specialist in providing legal services has said she’s very pleased to have joined a leading Cheshire law firm, which will enable her to further develop her own skills and expertise. Kristel Clarke has joined Alex Mitchell’s Private Client department which specialises in Wills and Probate, Administration of Estates, Court of Protection, Lasting Power of […]

The first episode of Watsons Solicitors' podcast covers commercial property. Kerry Baird of Watsons and Callum Morgan of fellow Warrington-based business Morgan Williams Commercial Property discuss commercial property law, common issues that may arise around new businesses and how a legal professional might approach them. If you do have a question you’d like discussed, please contact Danny Hudson. […]

An innovative Cheshire law firm is hoping it can make the legal world more accessible and less intimidating to the public and potential clients with a new podcast. Watsons Solicitors, which is based in Warrington, plans to make its way around a number of specialisms with a series of short episodes in conjunction with peers […]

An employment law specialist at a leading Cheshire law firm has said simply having a contract in place that states a person is self-employed is not enough to protect companies like Uber from claims being brought in employment tribunals, and potentially substantial liabilities which may arise from such claims. Uber lost its legal battle in […]

Employers will need to tread carefully when it comes to Covid-19 vaccinations and whether or not employees should be required to have them, according to an employment solicitor at a leading Cheshire law firm. A large London plumbing firm, Pimlico Plumbers, recently announced its intention to introduce no jab, no job contracts. However, this type […]

Appointing a friend or member of the family to look after your property or financial affairs is something those choosing to stay at home during the ongoing pandemic should consider according to a partner at a leading Cheshire law firm. Alex Mitchell, partner and head of the Wills and Probate Department at Watsons Solicitors in […]