Citizenship Granted After Refusal Due to Alleged Deception
We were recently instructed by a client seeking to make a fresh application for British citizenship following a previous refusal. This case ultimately resulted in citizenship granted after refusal, despite serious allegations raised by the Home Office. The client held indefinite leave to remain and was married to a British citizen, thereby qualifying to apply […]
Fraudulent Misrepresentation: What Clients Need to Know After Credit Suisse Life v Ivanishvili
We frequently receive enquiries from clients who believe they were misrepresented into entering contracts they would never otherwise have agreed to. These situations arise across a wide range of transactions – investment products, insurance arrangements, commercial agreements and property dealings – often involving trusted advisers or long-standing professional relationships. A recent and significant Privy Council […]
UK to Rejoin the EU’s Erasmus+ Programme from 2027: What Are the Key Implications for Students?
Recently, the Department for Education (DfE) has announced that the United Kingdom will rejoin the Erasmus+ programme from 2027. This marks a significant development in the UK’s post-Brexit education and international mobility policy. The decision is expected to reopen structured study and exchange opportunities between the UK and European institutions, benefiting students, educational providers, and […]
Why Lender’s Consent Matters
Where a commercial property is mortgaged, the landlord will usually need the lender’s consent before granting a lease. This is because the lender has a financial interest in the property and will want to protect its security. Failing to obtain that consent at an early stage can create legal and practical problems for both landlord […]
Getting a Divorce – How Long Does it Take?
The first working day of January is colloquially known as ‘Divorce Day’, owing to the perception that the number of divorce enquiries surge on this day. While this is not strictly true, early January does consistently see an increase in the number of enquiries relating to divorce in England and Wales. Part of this is […]
Why Warnings Without Consequences Fail: The Essential Guide to Progressive Employee Discipline in UK Workplaces
When managing employee misconduct, understanding proper disciplinary procedures is crucial for UK employers. A responsible employer faced with employee performance issues or misconduct typically follows a clear process: issue warnings, provide reasonable opportunities for improvement, and only then consider dismissal. Threatening dismissal without proper employee discipline procedure is both inappropriate and legally risky under employment […]
Should You Go to a Police Interview Without a Lawyer?
If the police ask you to come in for an interview, it is natural to feel nervous. You may think that going in and telling your side of the story will clear everything up. But the truth is, what you say in a police interview can have serious consequences later on. That is why it […]
Blue Sky Greet Crypto Fraud: Victim Recovery Claims Under the Proceeds of Crime Act
The Blue Sky Greet crypto case is one of the largest international crypto-fraud matters to reach the English courts. Substantial amounts of suspected criminal proceeds were converted into Bitcoin and transferred to the UK by so-called “Cryptoqueen” Qian Zhimin, where they are now subject to civil recovery proceedings. POCA s.281 – Claims by Victims Under […]
End of Year Highlights 2025
2025 has proved to be another exceptional year for Lisa’s Law, with the firm achieving excellent results despite each area of the legal sector facing its own distinct challenges. Throughout the year, our teams have continued to deliver high-quality, practical advice to clients across a wide range of matters, while adapting to regulatory change, market […]
Bank of Mum and Dad: Do Parents Gain a Beneficial Interest on Divorce?
It is common for parents to help their adult children buy a home. Sometimes that help comes in the form of a gifted deposit. Sometimes it is a case of moving in, paying for renovations, or funding a small living space of their own. But what happens years later if the couple separates and the […]