Thompson Smith and Puxon (TSP) provides specialist legal employment advice to employers and senior executives, company directors, business owners and senior-level employees. Led by Jolyon Berry – cited as a...
The new Employment Rights Bill has been described as “the boogie man” of legislation, paving the way for the most spine-chilling changes to employment law since the 1970s. It aims...
Earlier today, Chancellor Rachel Reeves outlined the tax, welfare and public service spending decisions in her Autumn Statement, putting forward the Labour Party’s first Budget in 14 years. Given that...
Companies House recently published a policy paper setting out its indicative timetable for the phased implementation of the changes which the Economic Crime and Corporate Transparency Act 2023 (ECCTA) brought...
Stepping into the trainee solicitor role has been an experience filled with anticipation, excitement and a fair share of nerves. As I have now been at the firm for over...
Thompson Smith and Puxon (TSP) are pleased to announce the return of Will Quince to our Commercial Property team, led by Legal 500 ‘Leading Partner’ Stephen Firmin. Will, who was...
This article was written for and published as original content in the East Anglian Daily Times property section. A Transfer of Equity (TOE) takes place when someone transfers their share...
We are delighted to announce that Specialist Clinical Negligence Solicitor, Kim Huggins, has taken home a trophy celebrating her status as a ‘Colchester Legend’ at the Lawrence Walker Awards 2024. Only a...
From 26 October 2024, employers will be required to comply with a new legal duty; to take reasonable steps to prevent sexual harassment in the workplace. In this article, we...
This year the Eurojuris International Congress brought Director Caroline Nicholls (Corporate Commercial) and Senior Associate Katie Latham (Dispute Resolution) to a surprisingly sunny Birmingham. The gathering brought together legal professionals...
Following myriad scandals such as the Horizon IT Post Office scandal, which has been identified as the most widespread miscarriage of justice ever seen in British legal history, the Institute...
The week commencing October 9 is Baby Loss Awareness Week #BLAW2024, which is a dedicated time for people to come together to remember all of the much-loved and missed babies who...
Thompson Smith and Puxon Honoured as Compassionate Champion as part of Compassionate City initiative
Thompson Smith and Puxon is proud to announce its successful nomination as a Compassionate Champion, recognition that celebrates our contributions to the Compassionate Colchester initiative. Earlier this year, Colchester was...
Leading legal directory, The Legal 500 UK has once again recommended Thompson Smith and Puxon (TSP) in its 2025 guide. The Legal 500 directory is widely respected in the legal...
“All things are difficult before they are easy.” Thomas Fuller It has been a year since I started my training contract at TSP, and as I settle into my third...
This article was written for and published as original content in the East Anglian Daily Times property section. When you are buying a property, one of the questions that always...
Thompson Smith and Puxon are pleased to announce the arrival of Associate Chartered Legal Executive Carlie Brown into the firm’s award-nominated Wills & Estates team. This marks a quadruple appointment...
This week, Nicola Rout’s piece for Recovery magazine entitled ‘What do I need to know about the Economic Crime (Transparency and Enforcement) Act 2022?’ was published. Her article offers an...
On Saturday 14th September, Thompson Smith and Puxon had the pleasure of supporting one of the most heart-warming events of the year – the Brantham Teddy Bear Parachute Challenge –...
Recently, the issue of clinical negligence in limb reconstructive surgery has been making headlines, drawing attention to serious incidents that have led to significant harm. Such cases highlight the devastating...
Thompson Smith and Puxon are delighted to announce that Joanne Kelly today joins us as a Director in the firm’s Commercial Property team. This key appointment occurs during a period...
Thompson Smith and Puxon (TSP) are pleased to announce that Ann Coutts today joins us as a Senior Associate in the firm’s award-nominated Wills & Estates team. This marks a triple...
Thompson Smith and Puxon (TSP) today welcomes Associate Chartered Legal Executive Claire Martin into its highly regarded Residential Property team. Based in TSP’s Clacton office, Claire is experienced in all aspects of...
This article was written for and published as original content in the East Anglian Daily Times property section. When you buy a property in joint names, your Solicitor will ask...
A year ago, if someone had asked me what my favourite element of Business Development (BD) or networking was, I may have told you it was going home afterwards. The...
This article was written for and published as original content in the East Anglian Daily Times property section. The UK property market is increasingly becoming a hotspot for fraud. Property...
As many will know, when you are in the depths of motherhood the years seem to move at a rate faster than the speed of light. Before you know it...
Moving house can be an exciting yet challenging experience. Understanding the common pitfalls can help you navigate your move more smoothly. 1. Inefficient Communication Effective communication between all parties involved...
Thompson Smith and Puxon is pleased to announce that its Private Client team have been nominated as finalists at the Private Client Modern Law Awards. Recognised in the ‘Private Client...
A £165m reminder to directors on the importance of getting accounts filed on time has been flagged in the latest report from Companies House, the UK register of companies. Every...