Managing member disputes: what’s changed for social and private members’ clubs?
In the recent case of Gina Mok v The Lansdowne Club, Mr Justice Ritchie dismissed Gina Mok’s claim against The Lansdowne …
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Bates Wells act in an important intervention on behalf of Protect, the UK Whistleblowing charity
Protect, the UK whistleblowing charity, successfully intervened in the Employment Appeal Tribunal case of Declan Durey v South Central Ambulance …
Groundbreaking cases and positive impact: Bates Wells recognised by The Times Best Law Firms 2025
We’ve been recognised by The Times Best Law Firms 2025 for our work for charities, employment, immigration, and administrative & …
Impact investing: key trends for 2024 and beyond
With increased awareness about the need for impactful decision-making, business operations and investments (both on a personal and corporate level), …
How corporate foundations can help give life to a purpose-driven business’ impact goals
Do you want to create greater positive impact that goes beyond your business? If you do, you might want to …
Strategic litigation roundtable: the present and the future, the threats and the opportunities
On 6 November 2024, we hosted a group of experts and leaders from charities, campaign groups and funding organisations to …
Watch again | The Data (Use and Access) Bill – a practical approach | November 2024
The government introduced the Data (Use and Access) Bill in the House of Lords on 23rd October 2024. Our webinar …
Getting granular about our science-based target
Greenwashing is a growing risk and these days everyone seems to be making claims about their environmental credentials. So, in …
Gina Mok v The Lansdowne Club: a significant judgment for how social clubs are entitled to operate
Following a 5-day trial last month, the judgment of the High Court has been released in the case of Gina …
UK Budget 2024: What does it mean for the charity sector
Yesterday, the Chancellor delivered what must be one of the most highly anticipated and politically charged Budget announcements in recent …
Bates Wells advises on the sale of law firm FBC Manby Bowdler
Bates Wells has advised the partners of law firm FBC Manby Bowdler in connection with the investment of £30m by …
Tougher Greenwashing Rules will cover charities
From recycled cards and coffee cups to paraben-free candles and creams, the environmentally friendly retail offerings of the UK charity …