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Talking Family Law - The Resolution PodcastFinancial Remedy: to reform, or not to reform?This month we are joined by the Law Commissioner, Professor Nicholas Hopkins (who led the scoping report), Emma Hitchings, Professor of Family Law at the University of Bristol (who led the Fair Shares reports), and Resolution’s Family Law Reform Group chair, Jo Edwards of Forsters LLP. The Law Commission has found (in its scoping report published in December) that the current law does not provide a cohesive framework in which couples going through a divorce or dissolution of a civil partnership can expect fair and sufficiently certain outcome. In particular they found that the law lacks certainty and ac...2025-05-271h 07
Raise Your Profyle2025 Week #9 - Expand Your Network With In-Person Events This Week In LondonWelcome to Raise Your Profyle, a weekly round up of business and networking events in London brought to you by profylecard.comReady to level up your networking game in London? Then you're in the right place. Welcome back to Raise Your Profyle! I'm Chris, one of the founders of profylecard.com. We're passionate about helping professionals like you build the kind of connections that make a real difference.We know your time is precious, so we scour the city for the most valuable events – from industry summits to intimate workshops – so you don't have to...2025-02-2405 min
Fisher German TalksThe Key To A Successful Country Home SaleMatthew Allen and Richard Gadd are joined by Adam Saunby, Senior Associate at Forsters LLP, to analyse the rural property market.Economic uncertainties and inflation pressures are causing a cautious start to the year, but there’s been a variable supply in rural properties across different regions. Some have seen noticeable increases. Adam highlights the importance of thorough preparation before properties are marketed. Listen to the episode to hear the latest trends in rural property, an expert’s voice on conveyancing, practical tips on legal preparations for sales, strategic decision making and how to address common challenges.2024-05-1025 min
Commerce Meets LawSeason 2 Episode 19- Annie Tam: The benefits of working as a paralegal before starting your TC!Hello CML listeners,
Apologies for the hiatus due to exam season! Hope you enjoy this episode with Annie Tam, a future trainee solicitor at Forsters LLP!
Annie's Linkedin:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/annie-tam-48626a149?lipi=urn%3Ali%3Apage%3Ad_flagship3_profile_view_base_contact_details%3B5TKSN4%2B5ThCwOyXYwkwQoA%3D%3D
Annie's article on tips and tricks for your first paralegal role:
https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/top-30-tips-tricks-your-first-paralegal-role-annie-tam-kz1je/?trackingId=%2F1vkZYBlR3uIthkJgODCLQ%3D%3D2024-05-0955 min
ESG In Property PodcastNavigating the Evolving Landscape of Energy Efficiency Regulations in Real EstateSeason 2, Episode 3 – with Edward Glass, Senior Associate at Forsters LLC
Welcome to a fascinating conversation with Edward Glass, from Forsters, as we dive into minimum energy efficiency standards, energy performance certificates, green lease clauses and data sharing between tenants and landlords.
Edward Glass:
Edward Glass is a Senior Associate in Forsters Commercial Real Estate team. He has experience in a broad range of commercial property work, including acquisitions/ disposals, development projects, real estate finance and leasing. He also assists with the real estate aspects of corporate transactions....2023-11-2846 min
More Than Law - The Forsters PodcastCutting to the chase on the revised Minimum Energy Efficiency Standards regimeReturning to the familiar ground of sustainability in commercial real estate, podcast host Miri Stickland chats with Senior Associate Ed Glass and Senior Knowledge Development Lawyer Louise Irvine about forthcoming energy efficiency regulatory changes taking effect on 1 April 2023. We discuss the impact of the changes to the Minimum Energy Efficiency Standards (MEES) regime, the key issues landlords, buyers and sellers need to be aware of to avoid acting unlawfully and how landlords can best future-proof their leases.2023-03-3126 min
More Than Law - The Forsters PodcastNavigating the art market as a private buyer | Charles Cochrane, Jo Thompson.
In this episode, Charles Cochrane of Cochrane Adams Fine Art Agents and Jo Thompson, part of the Art & Cultural Property team at Forsters, joined host Robert Linden Laird Craig to talk about the, often very subjective, features of the art market. In particular, the discussion covered how buyers can approach becoming successful collectors in the face of pressure from the many people and organisations, all with very different objectives, vying for attention.
You can get in touch with Charles for help starting your journey as an art collector by visiting the Cochrane Adams website here (https://www.cochrane-adams.com/). To...2023-03-3039 min
More Than Law - The Forsters PodcastEV Charging Points | Victoria Towers,Chris ArmstrongChris Armstrong of McDonald’s Restaurants and Commercial Real Estate partner Vicki Towers join podcast host Miri Stickland to talk through Chris’s experiences managing the roll out of rapid EVCPs across McDonald’s UK drive-through restaurant portfolio.2023-02-1322 min
More Than Law - The Forsters PodcastDispute Resolution - Graduate Recruitment - Meet the Teams - Episode 3Counsel Bryan Shacklady, senior associate Ashleigh Carr and trainee Joe May join podcast host Miri Stickland to give insight into the Dispute Resolution team at Forsters. They explain how no two days are the same and highlight the personal and professional skills needed to be part of this collaborative department. The team also stress the importance of attention to detail within their work, and provide examples of the unexpected topics they have had to become experts on.2023-01-3019 min
More Than Law - The Forsters PodcastHistoric Buildings | Victoria Towers, Andrew WisemanHistoric England’s General Counsel, Andrew Wiseman and Commercial Real Estate partner Vicki Towers join host Miri Stickland to unpick what a historic building is and how can they be developed and adapted for future generations, with a particular eye on the challenges around introducing energy efficiency measures into historic buildings.2023-01-1221 min
More Than Law - The Forsters PodcastCommercial Real Estate - Graduate Recruitment - Meet the Teams - Episode 2Partner Anthony Goodmaker, associate Anna Penn and trainee Cameron Turnbull join podcast host Miri Stickland to explain why Forsters’ Commercial Real Estate department is more than just easements and covenants. The team run through an average day, give insight into the firm’s culture and identify key skills. They also share their own motivations for qualifying into CRE, and highlight the importance of keeping an open mind throughout your training contract as you may be surprised by the seat you enjoy the most.2022-12-1423 min
More Than Law - The Forsters PodcastConstruction - Graduate Recruitment - Meet the Teams - Episode 1Senior Associates Daniel Burr and Dan Cudlipp and Associate Lauren Hepburn join podcast host Miri Stickland to shed some light on the Construction team at Forsters.
They discuss the best and worst parts of being a construction lawyer, exciting clients, and an average day in the life. The team also highlight the differences between contentious and non-contentious work and the key skills needed for success in each side of the team.2022-12-0621 min
More Than Law - The Forsters PodcastFusion energy: bottling a star | Laura Haworth, Dr Alexander PearceThis episode was recorded at the UK Atomic Energy Authority (UKAEA) headquarters with Dr Alexander Pearce, the modelling lead in the UKAEA Power Plant Technology Group, and senior associate Laura Haworth. Alex and Laura joined podcast host Robert Linden Laird Craig to talk about fusion energy; what it is and how it might one day be used to put power on the grid.2022-11-0244 minMore Than Law - The Forsters PodcastSpace Junk - The New Frontier for Sustainability? | Dr Hannah Wakeford, Laura HaworthDr Hannah Wakeford, lecturer in Astrophysics in the School of Physics at the University of Bristol, and senior associate Laura Haworth join podcast host Miri Stickland to talk about the issue of space junk in Earth’s increasingly crowded orbit, its potential impact on planetary environments and shared lessons for sustainability in space and in our built environment.2022-09-2134 min
More Than Law - The Forsters PodcastCaring for our aging population | Amy France, Mike ArmstrongPodcast hosts Miri Stickland and Robert Linden Laird Craig are joined by partner Amy France and counsel Mike Armstrong to talk about the advantages of forward planning for later life, the importance of having difficult conversations at the right time and the evolution of later living homes in the UK.2022-09-0735 min
More Than Law - The Forsters PodcastSustainability: Strategic planning for real estate projects | Georgia Elliott-Smith, Vicki TowersManaging Director of sustainability consultants Element Four, Georgia Elliott-Smith, and Commercial Real Estate Partner, Vicki Towers, join podcast host, Miri Stickland, to discuss the advantages of strategic sustainability planning within the real estate sector, the concept of Net Zero, why you shouldn’t assume that a BREEAM excellent rating necessarily means a high EPC rating and the direction of travel for the energy rating of buildings.2022-02-1435 min
More Than Law - The Forsters PodcastGraduate Recruitment - Mythbusters - Episode 5Is there a 'right' answer to the questions you are asked at interview? Partner, Katherine Ekers, and trainees, Tatiana Kinsky and Oliver James, join podcast host, Miri Stickland, to give their insights.2022-01-2023 min
More Than Law - The Forsters PodcastGraduate Recruitment - Mythbusters - Episode 4Is only work experience in law firms relevant to a training contract application?
Graduate Recruitment partner Emily Holdstock and trainees Ellen Jones, Candice Johnson and Joe May join podcast host Miri Stickland to discuss how work and volunteering experience in other sectors can also be a huge asset.2022-01-1810 min
More Than Law - The Forsters PodcastGraduate Recruitment - Equality, Diversity & Inclusion | Smita Edwards, Emily Holdstock, Emma CooperSenior Partner Smita Edwards, Graduate Recruitment partner Emily Holdstock and Graduate Recruitment officer Emma Cooper join Miri Stickland to discuss why diversity and inclusion is so important to Forsters, the preconceptions that applicants may have about the firm and why they should look past them, our ED&I strategy and initiatives the Graduate Recruitment team are taking to promote diversity.2022-01-1229 min
More Than Law - The Forsters PodcastGraduate Recruitment - Mythbusters - Episode 3Does showing commercial awareness really mean faithfully memorising the contents of the Economist each week?
Podcast host Miri Stickland is joined by partner Katherine Ekers and trainees Phoebe Jackson and Annalisa Gardner to discuss the tricky issue of how to show commercial awareness.2022-01-0416 min
More Than Law - The Forsters PodcastGraduate Recruitment - Mythbusters - Episode 2Are there unwritten rules you need to follow in training contract interviews?
Partner Katherine Ekers and trainees Ellen Jones and Cameron Turnbull join podcast host Miri Stickland to discuss what to wear and whether to eat the biscuits offered!2021-12-2910 min
More Than Law - The Forsters PodcastWeathering the storm: The future for hotelsThe Covid-19 pandemic created a perfect storm for the hotels sector and, despite ever improving signs of recovery, the resulting devastation will take time and innovation to repair. Unprecedented economic life-support provided by the UK government over the last two years has kept the gathering clouds at bay, but there could well be casualties in 2022 and beyond. This was the conclusion of a roundtable discussion hosted by Forsters on 10 November 2021.
Learn more at: https://www.forsters.co.uk/news/blog/weathering-the-storm-the-future-for-hotels2021-12-221h 10
More Than Law - The Forsters PodcastGraduate Recruitment - Mythbusters - Episode 1Do you need to start off knowing exactly which practice area you want to qualify into?
Graduate Recruitment partner Emily Holdstock, newly qualified solicitor Tamsin Collingridge and trainee Molly Haynes join podcast host Miri Stickland to discuss whether it is OK to be undecided.2021-12-2008 min
More Than Law - The Forsters PodcastGraduate Recruitment 2021/22 | Emily Holdstock, Emma CooperGraduate Recruitment partner, Emily Holdstock, and Graduate Recruitment officer, Emma Cooper, join podcast host Miri Stickland to talk about the key dates and events coming up in the graduate recruitment calendar, key points for candidates to note and some top tips for navigating the application process.2021-10-2818 min
More Than Law - The Forsters PodcastA Guide for US Purchasers of UK Residential Property | Emma Gillies, Rosie Schumm, Charles MiévillePrivate Wealth partners Charles Mieville, Emma Gillies and Rosie Schumm join podcast host, Miri Stickland, to talk about the tax and legal implications for US connected persons considering acquiring a residential property in the UK.
Charles shares his thoughts on the outlook for the residential market in the UK, as well as recent changes to the property tax regime, Emma explains some of the key cross-border issues at play and the estate planning options available, and Rosie gives her insights on what to consider in terms of protecting assets for the future in light of the changing shape of relationships.2021-09-2420 min
The Selling Sessions - How to sell your business, by the people who could buy itEpisode 9 - The lifecycle of selling your businessIn this episode we spoke to Stuart Hatcher, Partner at Forsters LLP, a leading Mayfair law firm, about the lifecycle of selling your business. Stuart offers fantastic insight into the twists and turns of selling your business including the often forgotten about bit at the end...what are you going to do with the money!This episode is packed with practical advice from Stuart, an exceptionally experienced Corporate Lawyer. As always, thanks to our podcast sponsors, Affinity Business Centres.2021-06-2430 min
More Than Law - The Forsters PodcastGraduate Recruitment 2021 | Vicki Towers, Emily Holdstock, Holly MeldrumPartners Vicki Towers and Emily Holdstock along with Graduate Recruitment manager Holly Meldrum join host Miri Stickland for our latest podcast focusing on Graduate Recruitment at Forsters. The team talk through how this year’s training contract process differs from previous years, the key dates and deadlines and offer some more top tips for candidates. As Vicki hands over as lead Graduate Recruitment partner to Emily later this year, they also reflect on Vicki’s legacy and what the future will bring.2021-05-2113 min
More Than Law - The Forsters PodcastResidential Leasehold Reform | Damian Greenish, Tony RadevskyThe two leading authorities on residential leasehold reform, and co-authors of Hague on Leasehold Enfranchisement, Damian Greenish, Senior Consultant at Forsters and Tony Radevsky, Barrister at Falcon Chambers, join podcast host Miri Stickland to provide a short history of enfranchisement rights and their views on the need for modernisation in light of the Government’s recent announcement proposing wide-sweeping residential leasehold reforms.2021-04-1936 min
More Than Law - The Forsters PodcastResidential leaseholders: the complexities of undertaking alterationsPartners Lucy Barber and Charles Miéville from our Residential Property team join More Than Law podcast host, Miri Stickland, to discuss the impact of recent case law on residential leaseholders carrying out alterations to their premises and provide practical advice on the other issues leaseholders need to be mindful of before commencing works.2021-03-2621 min
More Than Law - The Forsters PodcastStrategic land | Christopher Findley, Henry Cecil, Ben Brayford, Victoria Du CrozOur latest More Than Law podcast features our cross-departmental strategic land team, with host Miri Stickland talking to partners Christopher Findley and Henry Cecil from the Rural Property team, Commercial Real Estate partner Ben Brayford and Planning partner Victoria Du Croz. Discussion points include what we mean by “strategic land”, who are the key parties and their particular drivers and concerns, and the key components needed for a successful strategic land development.2021-03-1722 min
More Than Law - The Forsters PodcastThe Luxury Residential Property Market | Helen Marsh, Oliver ClaridgeIn our latest podcast, host Miri Stickland is joined by Residential Property Partner, Helen Marsh, and Tax Associate, Oliver Claridge, to discuss the impact of the last year on the high value residential property market and our ever-evolving property tax regime. Join us to hear how we are helping clients achieve speedy completions and for a discussion of potential tax reliefs that purchasers should be alive to. Helen and Oliver also reflect on the trends which are currently emerging in the market and potential taxation changes that may be on the horizon.2021-02-1719 min
More Than Law - The Forsters PodcastBuild To Rent - BTR | Helen Streeton, Elizabeth Small, Matt EvansOn our latest More Than Law podcast, host Miri Stickland is joined by three members of our Build To Rent group who provide their insights into the sector. Commercial Real Estate Partner Helen Streeton talks through the types of sites being acquired for BTR schemes, who the key players are as the project progresses and how the funding risk profile differs on a BTR development scheme. Partner Elizabeth Small from our Tax team discusses the importance of focusing on tax structuring at the outset of a BTR development and the potential longer term tax implications when the scheme is operational...2021-02-0524 min
More Than Law - The Forsters PodcastBreaking Good – Demystifying separation and divorceMarcus and Jo are joined by top family lawyer Rosie Schumm to talk about common misconceptions about family law, divorce during Covid and the lure of Ally McBeal...2020-11-2642 min
More Than Law - The Forsters PodcastFire Safety and Cladding | Andrew Parker, Dan Cudlipp, Sarah HeatleyPodcast host, Miri Stickland, talks to Construction partner Andrew Parker, associate Dan Cudlipp and Property Litigation associate Sarah Heatley, about the findings and recommendations so far from the ongoing Grenfell inquiry, new legislation coming forward in the form of the Building Safety Bill, practical issues being encountered on sales and refinancings of high-rise residential units and what options may be available to cover the costs of any remediation works required.
“Phase 2 of the Grenfell Inquiry is going to be particularly important for the construction industry by shining a light on how materials are tested, what design choices should be made an...2020-11-2633 min
More Than Law - The Forsters PodcastPlanning Reforms | Victoria Du Croz, Laura ParrishPodcast host, Miri Stickland, is joined by Head of Planning, Partner Victoria Du Croz, and senior associate, Laura Parrish, to discuss the impact of recent changes to the Use Classes Order and Permitted Development Rights as well as further planning reforms which are still to come.
“Some clients are really happy with the increased flexibility the new Use Class E offers in terms of how they can use their space. Other landlord clients have been concerned that tenants are able to change the use of their properties without the need for formal planning permission or prior approval from the planning au...2020-11-1325 min
More Than Law - The Forsters PodcastWrenbridge | Jeff Wilson and Victoria TowersPodcast host Miri Stickland is joined in our latest podcast by Jeff Wilson, Director at property investment and development company Wrenbridge, and Commercial Real Estate partner Vicki Towers to talk about the evolution of Wrenbridge’s business and how their schemes are designed with the logistics occupiers of the future in mind.2020-06-0521 minMore Than Law - The Forsters PodcastThe logistics sector from a contractor’s perspective | Eddie McGillycuddy, Chris GleaveIn our latest podcast, host Miri Stickland is joined by Glencar Construction’s Managing Director, Eddie McGillycuddy and Director Chris Gleave, alongside Construction Partner Emily Holdstock, to talk through the current logistics market, some of the key challenges faced by contractors and the impact of tenants’ increasingly sophisticated technology requirements on the build process.2020-06-0113 min
More Than Law - The Forsters PodcastCOVID-19 and Real Estate | Magnus Hassett, Ben Barrison, Emily HoldstockPodcast host, Knowledge Development Lawyer Miri Stickland, is joined by a trio of partners, Magnus Hassett from Commercial Real Estate, Ben Barrison from Property Litigation and Emily Holdstock from our Construction team, to discuss some of the issues we have seen affecting the real estate market as a result of the Covid-19 pandemic.2020-04-2416 min
More Than Law - The Forsters PodcastTelecoms | Anna Mullins and Louise IrvinePrior to lockdown, podcast host Miri Stickland chatted to fellow Knowledge Development Lawyer, Louise Irvine and Senior Associate, Anna Mullins about the impact in practice of the controversial Electronic Communications Code.2020-04-1630 min
More Than Law - The Forsters PodcastResidential SDLT | Oliver Claridge, Georgina HaddonPodcast host, Miri Stickland, chats to Oliver Claridge from Forsters’ tax group and Georgina Haddon from the residential property team about the impact of recent changes to the already complex residential SDLT regime and their top tips for overseas buyers.2020-03-1922 min
More Than Law - The Forsters PodcastCorporate Occupiers | Glenn DunnMiri Stickland talks to Glenn Dunn, head of Forsters’ corporate occupiers sector group, about the current central London office market, key considerations when planning an office relocation and the recent move to agile working for the Forsters’ Commercial Real Estate team in our new offices at Berkeley Square House.2020-02-0730 min
More Than Law - The Forsters PodcastGraduate Recruitment Applications | Victoria Towers, Holly MeldrumSummary: With applications for 2020 vacation schemes and 2022 training contracts now open, Graduate Recruitment partner Victoria Towers and Graduate Recruitment co-ordinator Holly Meldrum join podcast host Miri Stickland to talk through some of the questions they get asked most frequently by potential candidates.2019-12-1613 min
More Than Law - The Forsters PodcastTrainees and their Supervisors | Emily Holdstock, Tamsin CollingridgeSenior Associate, Emily Holdstock, and first year Trainee, Tamsin Collingridge, talk to Miri Stickland about the “special relationship” between trainees and their supervisors, including the value that supervisors can bring in mentoring trainees, the feedback and review process and the attributes that are highly valued in Forsters' trainees.2019-12-0227 min
More Than Law - The Forsters PodcastThe London Residential Property Market | Helen Marsh, Georgina HaddonWhat does the prime residential property market in London look like at the moment? Residential Property partner Helen Marsh and associate Georgina Haddon join podcast host Miri Stickland to discuss the level of activity they are seeing, drivers for overseas investment into London and challenges affecting the market, including the proposed leasehold reforms.2019-11-1823 min
More Than Law - The Forsters PodcastCladding | Andrew Parker, Dan CudlippConstruction partner Andrew Parker and associate Dan Cudlipp talk to podcast host Miri Stickland about the impact of recent regulatory changes to the use of cladding on high rise buildings and who is responsible for the cost of replacing existing combustible cladding.2019-10-0925 min
More Than Law - The Forsters PodcastShared Parental Leave | Joe Beeston, Anthony GoodmakerEmployment Senior Associate, Joe Beeston, talks to podcast host Miri Stickland about statutory Shared Parental Leave rights, with Commercial Real Estate Senior Associate, Anthony Goodmaker, sharing his recent personal experiences of taking Shared Parental Leave.2019-09-3018 min
More Than Law - The Forsters PodcastCentral London Restaurant Market | Emma Flather, Jade CapperEmma Flather, partner in the restaurant and leisure agency team at Hanover Green Retail and Forsters’ Senior Associate, Jade Capper, join podcast host Miri Stickland to talk about the central London restaurant market, challenges for landlords and tenants in the sector and some particular quirks of restaurant lettings.2019-09-1329 min
More Than Law - The Forsters PodcastLife as a trainee at Forsters | Helen Marsh, Anastasia PejacsevichPartner and training principal, Helen Marsh, and second year trainee Anastasia Pejacsevich join Miri Stickland to talk about life as a trainee at Forsters, including the type of support and training our trainees can expect to receive throughout their training contracts, adapting to life as a trainee and the process on qualification.2019-08-2122 min
More Than Law - The Forsters PodcastDealing with squatters | Ben Barrison, Dean MonkProperty Litigation partner, Ben Barrison, and senior associate, Dean Monk, talk to podcast host Miri Stickland about how to deal practically with squatters in commercial premises, which properties might be particularly vulnerable and the steps you need to go through to get them out.2019-08-0617 min
More Than Law - The Forsters PodcastWell Building Standard | Victoria Towers, Ann Marie AguilarAnn Marie Aguilar, Director of Operations in Europe at the International WELL Building Institute, talks to Miri Stickland and Victoria Towers about the benefits of the WELL Building Standard, a performance-based system for measuring, certifying and monitoring features of buildings that impact human health and wellbeing. #WELLBuildingStandard #WELLinUK #WeAreWELL2019-07-1822 min
More Than Law - The Forsters PodcastUrban Development - Part 2 | Katherine Ekers and Matt EvansIn the second part of our podcast on common issues with urban developments, Katherine Ekers (partner in the Commercial Real Estate team) and Matt Evans (Senior Associate in Forsters’ planning team) provide further insight on issues which are commonly encountered with redevelopment schemes in London, rights of light, other third party rights and planning pre-commencement conditions. They also round up with their key take-aways on the topic.2019-07-0322 min
More Than Law - The Forsters PodcastPedElle 2019 - Siena to Rome | Victoria Towers and Helen MarshCommercial Real Estate partner Victoria Towers and Residential partner Helen Marsh have completed a three day 400km cycle ride which raised £50,000 for charity Coram. The annual event called PedElle, organised by Club Peloton and sponsored by Legal & General Investment Management Real Assets, brings together women in the property industry for the networking ride.2019-06-2715 min
More Than Law - The Forsters PodcastUrban Development - Part 1 | Katherine Ekers and Matt EvansKatherine Ekers (partner in the Commercial Real Estate team) and Matt Evans (Senior Associate in Forsters’ planning team) discuss common issues arising on urban development schemes. Part 1 looks at strategies for gaining vacant possession of the redevelopment site and how to approach the process for obtaining planning consent.2019-06-1821 min
More Than Law - The Forsters PodcastGraduate Recruitment - What you need to know | Victoria TowersForsters' Graduate Recruitment partner Vicki Towers gives her take on what we are looking for in our future trainees, how we go about recruiting them and what distinguishes Forsters as a place to work.2019-05-1417 min