Author Archives: Emily Anderson

HSBC’s Office Mandate: The Legal Implications of Reversing Remote Working Trends

In light of reports that HSBC is considering requiring all staff to attend the office at least three days a week, the move signals a broader shift in the corporate approach to hybrid working. As employers reassess post-pandemic working arrangements, …

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Restaurant fallout: How should organisations handle public scrutiny?

Restaurant fallout: How should organisations handle public scrutiny? A steakhouse business has faced public scrutiny since issuing a statement on Friday (6 June) after asking far-right activist Tommy Robinson to leave its London restaurant. The anti-Islam campaigner has accused the …

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Daughter who cared for ageing mother wins High Court claim for reimbursement from estate

A recent judgment of the England and Wales High Court (Rogers v Wills [2025] EWHC 1367 Ch) has opened the door to new claims for reimbursement from family estates in respect of unpaid caregiving. Bernadette Rogers, who cared for her …

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Revocable Living Trusts: Future-Proofing Your Estate Across Borders with Gillian Everall

On this month’s podcast, Aidan Grant is joined by Gillian Everall, Founder & Managing Director of Everfair Tax Consulting Ltd, to discuss the complexities of US revocable living trusts, particularly for Americans with ties to the UK. Learn more about …

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Power of Attorney UK: Everything You Need to Know | Collyer Bristow Legal Guide

A Power of Attorney (POA) is a vital legal document that allows you to appoint someone you trust to make decisions on your behalf – especially if you lose the mental or physical capacity to do so yourself. In this …

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Winning the Property Game: US and UK Tax Tactics with Bari Zahn

In the first of our new monthly podcasts, Aidan Grant is joined by Bari Zahn, Founding Partner of Zahn Law Global LLC, to explore the complex world of real estate ownership for high-net-worth individuals. Bari, a US attorney with deep …

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Collyer Bristow strengthens Private Client Real Estate offering with Partner hire

Collyer Bristow is delighted to announce that Nick Mann, a leading residential property lawyer, has joined the Firm as Partner. Nick joined from Seddons GSC on Tuesday 6 May. Nick brings over 15 years’ experience in residential property matters to …

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Estate Planning Essentials: Protecting LGBTQ+ Families and Their Assets with Ryan J. Coyle from Bilzin Sumberg

What if the rules of tax and estate planning could be rewritten to better fit non-traditional families, particularly in the LGBTQ community? In this episode, Aidan Grant is joined by Ryan J. Coyle from Bilzin Sumberg to explore the unique …

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Standish v Standish: Supreme Court to Revisit the Status of Non-Matrimonial Assets on Divorce

On 30 April and 1 May 2025, the Supreme Court will hear Standish v Standish, a highly anticipated appeal in one of the most significant divorce cases in recent years involving two high net worth individuals. The case centres on …

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Decoding the FBAR and a lot more: Key Requirements for US Citizens Abroad with Daniel Jaffe

In this episode, Aidan Grant is joined by Daniel Jaffe, Managing Partner at Jaffe & Co, to peel back the layers of the often-overlooked tax responsibilities that come with expat life. We explore the crucial question of who actually needs to file US tax …

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