Author Archives: Emily Anderson

Alternative Dispute Resolution in the Litigation Landscape

In this episode, Dispute Resolution Associates Abbie Coleman and Tami Davis explore the growing role of Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) within the litigation process. They break down the most common forms of ADR, outline the key advantages and potential drawbacks, …

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Future of Work: Key Updates – Employment and Immigration Seminar Summary

Karen Mortenson, Partner – The Employment Rights Bill The Employment Rights Bill represents the most significant update to UK employment law in a generation. While the legislation is still passing through Parliament, and many details remain to be finalised, it …

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Getty Images’ claims against Stability AI are dismissed by UK High Court

In our previous article addressing how AI has impacted litigation, we considered the case of Getty Images (US) Inc v Stability AI Ltd [2025] EWHC 38 (Ch), and the implications it might have on the intersection of IP and AI, …

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Tribute to our Former Partner, Janine Alexander

Collyer Bristow is enormously saddened to share the news that Former Partner, Janine Alexander, passed away peacefully this week following a short illness. Janine joined Collyer Bristow in October 2008 as an Associate in our Dispute Resolution department, becoming a …

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Investing for Children in the US UK Space with Patrick Mulhern

In this episode of US-UK Tax Talk, host Aidan Grant welcomes back Patrick Mulhern, Partner at Tanager Wealth Management, for a deep dive into one of the most nuanced areas of cross border financial planning, investing for children where Americans are involved. Patrick first appeared …

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Renters’ Rights Bill: Key Considerations for Landlords Looking to Sell or Regain Possession

As the Renters’ Rights Bill has become an Act it has now moved into Law. Guidance on the commencement date and implementation of the various changes will follow in the weeks and months to come. In private practice, considerations when …

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Episode 1: Introducing LawTorn – Exploring Family and Inheritance Disputes

In this introductory episode, hosts Samara Dutton, Partner in Collyer Bristow’s Private Wealth Disputes Team, and Philippa Dolan, Partner in the Family Team, introduce LawTorn — a new podcast exploring what happens when family relationships break down and disputes spill …

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‘In for a Penny, in for a Pound’: A Look at Poundland’s Restructuring Plan

Poundland Limited (‘Poundland’), the well-known high street retailer, is one of the most recent high-profile companies to seek a compromise with its creditors under Part 26A of the Companies Act 2006 (‘Companies Act’), following in the footsteps of such household …

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Changes to identity verification – is your company compliant with ECCTA?

From 18 November 2025, the Economic Crime and Corporate Transparency Act 2023 (ECCTA) will require all new and existing directors and persons with significant control (PSCs) of UK companies, as well as members of LLPs, to complete mandatory identity verification …

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The Skilled Worker Visa: A New Era?

The Skilled Worker Visa: A New Era? This summer, the UK government has introduced significant legal changes to the Skilled Worker visa route, marking one of the most substantial shifts to the immigration framework since the post-Brexit reforms. These updates, …

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