When Trust Goes Wrong: Why Choosing the Right Attorney Matters as Much as Making a Lasting Power of Attorney
Most people understand the importance of having a Lasting Power of Attorney (LPA) in place. It can provide reassurance that, if you become unable to manage your affairs in the future, someone you trust can step in and make decisions on your behalf. However, while much attention is often given to creating the document... Read More
Meet Eaton Smith's Commercial Property Team
For businesses, developers, investors, landlords and organisations across Yorkshire, property transactions are often among the most significant commercial decisions they will make. Whether acquiring development land, expanding a property portfolio, negotiating commercial leases or managing investment assets, having the... Read More
I, Jack Wright: What the TV Drama Gets Right About Wills, Probate and Inheritance Disputes
BBC's I, Jack Wright has captivated viewers with its mix of family conflict, inheritance disputes and shocking revelations. At the centre of the story is the death of wealthy businessman Jack Wright and the discovery that his latest Will leaves some family members with far less than they expected. While fictional, the... Read More
5 Commercial Property Deal Breakers to Identify at Heads of Terms
Commercial property transactions can become difficult, expensive or impossible to complete when problems are discovered during legal due diligence. By that stage, the parties may already have paid for valuations, surveys and professional advice. Funding applications may have been submitted, completion dates agreed and... Read More
Eaton Smith Appoints Gloria Benstead to Lead Marketing Function
Eaton Smith is delighted to welcome Gloria Benstead as the firm's new head of marketing, bringing with her a wealth of experience, international business expertise, and a passion for driving growth through strategic marketing. Gloria joins the firm following a varied and successful career spanning both the education... Read More
The Rise of the Evidence Employer: Why Summer Is Becoming a Compliance Stress Test
Employers are facing a new kind of summer pressure. For years, managing annual leave, school holidays and major sporting events was seen as the primary seasonal challenge for HR teams and business leaders. Today, however, summer is becoming a far broader compliance test. Alongside workforce absences, employers are... Read More
Eaton Smith Strengthens Commercial Property Team with Appointment of Experienced Partner Julie Evans
Eaton Smith LLP is delighted to announce the appointment of highly regarded commercial property solicitor Julie Evans as a Partner in the firm's Commercial Property team. Julie joins Eaton Smith with more than 25 years of experience in the property sector, having built a successful career advising businesses,... Read More
AI Meeting Notetakers: Legal Risks, GDPR and Best Practice for Businesses
AI meeting notetakers are rapidly becoming part of everyday business life. Whether built into platforms such as Microsoft Teams and Zoom or provided through specialist AI assistants, these tools can automatically record meetings, generate transcripts and produce meeting summaries in seconds. The productivity benefits... Read More
The Hidden Property Reform in the English Devolution and Community Empowerment Act 2026
Why commercial landlords should be paying attention to a devolution law
When the English Devolution and Community Empowerment Act 2026 received Royal Assent on 29 April 2026, most headlines focused on mayoral powers, community ownership rights and local government reform. Less publicised was a provision that could have... Read More
National Security and Investment Act (NSI Act): Why One Missed Filing Could Cost Millions
The National Security and Investment Act 2021 (NSI Act) is one of the most significant regulatory developments affecting UK mergers and acquisitions, foreign direct investment and corporate transactions. Under certain circumstances, a failure to comply with the regime can render an acquisition legally void and expose... Read More
Earn-Out Provisions in Company Acquisitions: Advantages, Disadvantages and Common Disputes
A disagreement over valuation is one of the most common reasons company acquisitions fail. Sellers may be confident that future growth will justify a higher valuation, while buyers are often reluctant to pay today for performance that has not yet materialised. An earn-out can provide a practical solution. By linking... Read More
Meet Eaton Smith's Family Law Team
Led by Partners Katherine Stephenson and Abbid Majeed, Eaton Smith's Family Law team is recognised across the region for its expertise, compassionate approach and commitment to achieving the best possible outcomes for clients. Katherine and Abbid are highly regarded within the Yorkshire legal community and have built a... Read More