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June 18, 2019
No fault divorce – is it working?
In the weeks following the introduction of no fault divorce here in England and with the first divorces due to be finalised shortly, how is the system working? Despite there being a few initial technical glitches with the online portal for some users, which to be fair is expected with the roll out of any […]
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April 9, 2019
Later-life divorce
Is it ever too late to separate and on what grounds? Going through a divorce can be a painful process whatever your age but separating later in life can be even more challenging. The over 50s are now twice as likely to divorce today compared to during the 1990s. It is important that couples understand […]
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March 28, 2019
Non-disclosure agreements
There will be times when a business needs to share commercially sensitive information with third parties outside of it. A non-disclosure agreement (NDA) is useful in this situation as it can limit the disclosure to the minimum necessary. A well drafted NDA helps to restrict the use of your shared ideas or information to a […]
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January 11, 2019
Helping hand for Maidstone’s 1st Vinters Rainbows
In lieu of sending a Christmas card this year, we have made a donation to the 1st Vinters Rainbows to help fund the cost of resources needed to run the new Girl Guiding Programme. Girl Guiding UK have launched a new programme for each section within Guiding; Rainbows, Brownies, Guides and Rangers. The idea of […]
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January 11, 2019
Managing stress checklist
An employer who does not take action to manage the effects of stress on its employees will not get the best out of those employees and will also run an increased risk of stress-related claims. Employers should consider, and be seen to consider, the impact of stress in the workplace. This might include: Anti-stress policies […]
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January 11, 2019
Reflecting on the success of the Almshouse Association
The Almshouse Association has close links to Gullands. Blair Gulland was until 2017 the Chair of the Association. Blair Gulland writes about the organisation, its importance nationally in providing housing and his involvement with it. I joined the Association as Trustee more than twenty years ago, succeeding my uncle who served before me. As I reflect on my time […]
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January 11, 2019
New Under Sheriff of Kent
Gullands’ Associate Catherine Lloyd will become the Under Sheriff of Kent, taking over from Robert Coombe who will be retiring from the role in 2020. Robert has been the Under Sheriff for the last eight years and it is typically a role carried out by a solicitor. The Under Sheriff is there to offer support and guidance […]
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January 11, 2019
Spurs Legends come to the Gallagher Stadium
We are delighted to be sponsoring a charity football match on Sunday 30th June 2019, which sees the Spurs Legends play Waitrose 270 FC at the Gallagher Stadium, Maidstone. Tickets are selling fast and cost £5 for adults and £1 for children and the money raised goes to support two local charities – Mencap Maidstone […]
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October 3, 2018
Age Discrimination in recruitment
Age discrimination is unlawful in the UK. Many employers however have not considered the fact that discrimination issues can arise before the employment relationship starts. It is a good idea to consider your recruitment process and look at the following issues. – Part one: personal details including career and educational history. This is detached by HR […]
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October 3, 2018
Maternity Myths
One of the most confusing areas of law both for employer and employee are the rights under the maternity legislation. Nothing can beat getting information at the earliest opportunity from a reliable source. The following however are some of the most common misconceptions. Can an employer contact an employee whilst she is on maternity leave? […]
