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Property Patter: The “bubble wrap” option – FAQs on tenant administration

In the first of a series of our Property Patter podcasts looking at the different forms of tenant insolvency, Emma Humphreys is joined by Bethan Cunniffe and Sam Lear to look at some key points on tenant administration.  Listen in for the answers to FAQs including “What is the aim of an administration?”, “When is a “pre-pack” the preferred option?”, “What can and should landlords do when faced with a tenant in administration?” and “Why is an administration like bubble wrap?!”

Property Patter: What can the property world expect from Parliament and the courts in 2021?

In our first episode of Property Patter for 2021, Emma Humphreys and Laura Bushaway are joined by Guy Fetherstonhaugh QC and Toby Boncey of Falcon Chambers to look at what’s ahead in the world of property law during this year – including Parliament’s plans and coronavirus cases ranging from tenants challenging arrears claims to hotly contested disputes over the terms of renewal leases under the 1954 Act.  There are also plenty of “business as usual” property disputes for discussion – including consideration of the clarity we might get on the Electronic Communications Code this year and the differing court views when it comes to parties’ conduct and injunctions.

Property Patter: What would property litigators like for Christmas?

Emma Humphreys and Natalie Deuchar are joined by Joanne Wicks QC of Wilberforce Chambers to discuss two areas of property law they would like to see work better: section 2 of the Law of Property (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act 1989 and section 18 of the Landlord and Tenant Act 1927.   What are the problems with these rules?  Would amendment save them, or do they need sending to Room 101?  And are there any positives to take from 2020 as we head towards the New Year…?

Investigations: Bribery & Corruption

Rachel sits down with leading Barrister, Kevin McCartney from 5 Paper Buildings, to discuss bribery and corruption from a criminal perspective. The pair will look at issues relating to bribery that can occur in business and take you through a case study outlining some potential pitfalls in business relationships.

Untangling the UK/Swiss Knot: Wills for Swiss/UK couples

This is the story of Heidi who is Swiss, and Henry, a Brit. In this podcast series we explore issues faced by this international couple, their businesses and their assets in a UK/Switzerland cross-border context. We will follow their story in good times and in bad times, to untangle the legal knots and help them spot opportunities.

Before Heidi and Henry “settle down”, they decide to go on a free-ride skiing adventure. Do they need Wills? What should these say? What happens following an accident if one of them survives, but loses mental capacity?

Untangling the UK/Swiss Knot: Getting married: Do they need a pre-nup? What is a matrimonial property regime?

This is the story of Heidi who is Swiss, and Henry, a Brit. In this podcast series we explore issues faced by this international couple, their businesses and their assets in a UK/Switzerland cross-border context. We will follow their story in good times and in bad times, to untangle the legal knots and help them spot opportunities.

Before they tie the knot, Henry’s parents want him to have a ‘pre-nuptial agreement’, to protect family money in case of a divorce. Heidi’s family say this can be dealt with by electing into the appropriate ‘matrimonial property regime’. Are they both right and does it matter which country they get married in?

Untangling the UK/Swiss Knot: Moving to Switzerland from the UK

This is the story of Heidi who is Swiss, and Henry, a Brit. In this podcast series we explore issues faced by this international couple, their businesses and their assets in a UK/Switzerland cross-border context. We will follow their story in good times and in bad times, to untangle the legal knots and help them spot opportunities.

Heidi wants Henry to move to Switzerland before they get married. Henry needs to know what his options are, and what he needs to think about before he moves. Does he need a visa and/or a ‘lump sum’ tax arrangement? What about his family trusts? Can he continue working for his UK family business from Switzerland? What pre-location steps should he be taking?

Property Patter: how to get consent applications right

The pandemic and the prospect of Brexit are both causing occupiers to reassess their space needs for 2021 and beyond, particularly in the context of retail and offices. Tenants who want to relocate or share their space will need to look particularly carefully at their lease requirements. Applications for consent to assign, sublet or alter premises are fraught with difficulties – for both landlords and tenants, not least because of the legislation which can apply. In this podcast, Emma Humphreys, Joseph Green and Laura Bushaway explain the relevant law which parties need to keep in mind.

IP in a Pod: Social Media

Social media and brands go hand-in-hand but during the COVID-19 pandemic, with an ever greater reliance on online trading and marketing, it is a key time to revisit IP issues surrounding use and protection of hashtags, memes, GIFs and stickers. Charlotte, Olivia and Peter discuss the key issues.

Property Patter: the section 20 consultation process

The section 20 consultation process required before residential landlords start major works projects or enter into certain long term agreements was put into place to try to protect residential leaseholders.  Unfortunately, the process is often complex, time-consuming and increasingly subject to disputes and litigation.  In this podcast, Emma Humphreys, Georgina Redsell and Lauren Fraser address some of the practical issues which can arise.