Commercial property disputes can be prolonged and costly. Seeking advice early from a specialist disputes lawyer can be essential to minimise any negative impact on your business. Our experienced commercial...
Practical and clear commercial property advice Whether you’re looking to rent shop premises for the first time, buy your own warehouse, let an office you own, re-purpose an old building...
Individuals can find themselves involved in a business in a number of capacities, be it as a shareholder, director or employee of the company. Frequently, there will be multiple shareholders...
When you instruct a professional to carry out a task, you have a reasonable expectation that they will fulfil that requirement properly and to a high standard. Unfortunately, this doesn’t...
Directors are responsible for the day-to-day running of the business. As a shareholder, you may not be satisfied with the way that they are performing. Or you may have fundamental...
Both businesses and individuals enter into contracts every day, both verbally and in writing. Unfortunately, a number of these contracts will end up being breached, and often, both parties to...
Business partnerships can break down over time. This can be due to concern over one partner not contributing as much to the partnership, a disagreement as to how the partners...
In a business, the Shareholders’ Agreement and/or Articles of Association outline the voting requirements for certain decisions. And yet, shareholders frequently disagree on decisions of the company. What is unfair...
Natalie joined the firm in February 2019. She is an Associate in our Employment team and deals with both employee and employer matters, including drafting and reviewing contracts and policy...
Victoria joined Kirby Sheppard (now Barcan and Kirby) in 2003 as a Legal Secretary and was promoted to Paralegal in April 2019. Hourly rate £150 plus VAT
In the vast majority of cases, the care provided by the NHS and its staff is excellent. But resources are stretched, mistakes happen and sometimes things go wrong. If you’re unhappy...
If you’re unable to resolve your complaint informally, you can choose to escalate your complaint through official channels. In this situation, there are two main stages – (1) formal complaint...
Disputes are an inevitable factor of being part of or owning a business. They can be time-consuming and prevent you from running your business effectively. Our commercial dispute solicitors can...
We answer some FAQs about Barcan and Kirby Solicitors with our detailed guide to some of the common questions we get asked by new clients. Further information If you cannot...
We have developed a reputation for excellence, providing specialist support and advice across a range of areas, delivered by expert lawyers and supported by a core commitment to client care and understanding....
Putting you and your family at the heart of the matter If you’re going through family issues, it can be difficult to know where to turn for advice. That’s why...
Medical negligence – also called clinical negligence – claims are brought when a patient has suffered injury as a result of substandard medical treatment. Medical negligence claims can arise out...
Buying or selling your home is often the highest-value transaction you will ever be involved in, so it’s understandable to be concerned about getting all of the details right. This...
Expert company and commercial law advice, flexible support Running a business brings with it a whole host of challenges and opportunities. Some will be familiar territory – others will require...
Personal injury is a legal term for an injury to the body, mind or emotions. To pursue a successful personal injury compensation claim, it is necessary to establish that somebody...
Our medical negligence solicitors support clients with a wide range of issues. Below are some of our clients’ stories. To discuss a potential clinical negligence claim, call us on 0117...
Disputes involving children and child contact, or due to the involvement of social services, can be stressful and highly emotional for both the parents and children involved. Having access to...
Our specialist family lawyers can offer you support, empathy and understanding. As well as being immediately available on the phone, our domestic abuse solicitors can, where appropriate, help you obtain...
Following a divorce, it’s often the financial negotiations that can cause some difficulty. Whilst it’s important to ensure your own financial stability, it can also be difficult to reach an...
There are various reasons why people put off making a Will. You might think you don’t need to worry about it just yet, or perhaps you assume you don’t need...