The Legal Lounge from LBLaw.co.uk

Charity Director of League of Friends at Robert Jones & Agnes Hunt Hospital : Victoria Sugden and Dawn Humphries

Welcome to The Legal Lounge, where you'll hear from Amanda and her team of lawyers from Lanyon Bowdler Solicitors talking about many aspects of law in England and Wales. During the series you'll hear from special guests, industry experts and local charities.

In this episode, Dawn Humphries chats with Victoria Sugden, Charity Director of the League of Friends at Robert Jones and Agnes Hunt Orthopaedic Hospital in Gobowen. Victoria talks about her career, how it moulded her and the rewarding role she has today. Fundraising is hugely important and Victoria talks about the various different activities and how funds can add to the innovation within the hospital to aid patient recovery.

You can still support the Garden for Alice project here: https://www.justgiving.com/campaign/gardenforalice 

For all the resources and reference material from the episodes, and to request a discussion about a particular scenario, or aspect of law, please visit: https://www.lblaw.co.uk/knowledge/ 

Inspiring Others and Living his Best Life : Andrew Jenkins and Debbie Humphries

Welcome to The Legal Lounge, where you'll hear from Amanda and her team of lawyers from Lanyon Bowdler Solicitors talking about many aspects of law in England and Wales. During the series you'll hear from special guests, industry experts and local charities.

In this episode, we welcome Andrew Jenkins, who speaks with solicitor Debbie Humphries. Andrew talks about his background. Being involved in a road traffic accident in 1999, he sustained a brain injury, which eventually led him to becoming a brand ambassador for Headway.

It was identified that Andrew needed emotional support after his accident, and counselling was suggested. On reflection, he now recognises he was probably suffering from depression. Fifteen years later, he undertook counselling, which transformed his life. Andrew, having now removed his own mask, is self-aware and particularly loves working with children to educate and inspire.

LinkedIn with Andrew here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrewjenkinsspeaker/

Check out "Trek with a Traitor": https://www.linkedin.com/posts/andrewjenkinsspeaker_take-on-the-challenge-with-andrew-jenkins-activity-7267451884557242372-9KqE/  

For all the resources and reference material from the episodes, and to request a discussion about a particular scenario, or aspect of law, please visit: https://www.lblaw.co.uk/knowledge/ 

Qualifying as a Solicitor : Brian Evans and Emma Harrison

Welcome to The Legal Lounge, where you'll hear from Amanda and her team of lawyers from Lanyon Bowdler Solicitors talking about many aspects of law in England and Wales. During the series you'll hear from special guests, industry experts and local charities.

In this episode we welcome managing partner Brian Evans who's chatting with Emma Harrison about qualifying as a solicitor and how things are changing. The SRA have introduced the SQE route in order to standardise the process, reduce the financial impact on students and improve accessibility.

Brian and Emma discuss all the options now available, highlighting that funding for the SQE can be harder to find, however the new graduate apprenticeships could be an option. They talk about the journey to qualifying, including the options to experience different types of law during the process, and how those on the apprenticeship route benefit from support by the training provider as well as the firm.

For all the resources and reference material from the episodes, and to request a discussion about a particular scenario, or aspect of law, please visit: https://www.lblaw.co.uk/knowledge/ 

Understanding Renewable Energy : Ed Nutting and Ed Bailey

Welcome to The Legal Lounge, where you'll hear from Amanda and her team of lawyers from Lanyon Bowdler Solicitors talking about many aspects of law in England and Wales. During the series you'll hear from special guests, industry experts and local charities.

In this episode, we welcome Ed Bailey from Baileys and Partners, an independent firm of chartered surveyors based in North Wales. Ed chats with agricultural property law expert Ed Nutting, a partner in our Conwy office, about renewable energy. 

They discuss the various stages from the planning process, understanding the substance of the offers from the developers the landowners receive, the involvement of the grid connections, as well as considerations and advice landowners need to take, including options and bonds, and the legal documentation that needs to be understood and agreed.

Ed Bailey explains the payment structure and when financial benefits can be expected. 

Visit the Baileys and Partners website: https://baileysandpartners.co.uk/

For all the resources and reference material from the episodes, and to request a discussion about a particular scenario, or aspect of law, please visit: https://www.lblaw.co.uk/knowledge/ 

Succession Support from Farming Connect for Farmers in Wales : Sioned and Einir

Welcome to The Legal Lounge, where you'll hear from Amanda and her team of lawyers from Lanyon Bowdler Solicitors talking about many aspects of law in England and Wales. During the series you'll hear from special guests, industry experts and local charities.

In this episode we welcome Einir, Head of Skills from Mentera. She chats with solicitor Sioned Williams about the support Mentera are able to offer farming clients, in particular in relation to succession planning and how Lanyon Bowdler can help ensure the relevant documents are produced with the benefit of access to funds through Farming Connect. Farming Connect is also able to facilitate family meetings to help address sensitive conversations and plan for the future of the farm.

Farming Connect's Website: https://businesswales.gov.wales/farmingconnect/

For all the resources and reference material from the episodes, and to request a discussion about a particular scenario, or aspect of law, please visit: https://www.lblaw.co.uk/knowledge/ 

Tips for Securing a New Job Opportunity : Sophie Burgoyne and Rob Griffiths

Welcome to The Legal Lounge, where you'll hear from Amanda and her team of lawyers from Lanyon Bowdler Solicitors talking about many aspects of law in England and Wales. During the series you'll hear from special guests, industry experts and local charities.

In this episode we welcome Rob Griffiths from Blue Orchid Recruitment who chats with solicitor Sophie Burgoyne. Sophie and Rob discuss the recruitment process of matching candidates to employment opportunities and looking at experiences in everyday scenarios which can transfer into an exciting new job.

Rob provides advice on structuring a strong CV and covering letter, how to prepare for an interview, including doing your research about the business with the opportunity, and having five questions ready to ask about the role.

For all the resources and reference material from the episodes, and to request a discussion about a particular scenario, or aspect of law, please visit: https://www.lblaw.co.uk/knowledge/ 

 

IHT Reforms and the Impact on Agricultural Land and Property - David Ramsbottom and Sophie Burgoyne

Welcome to The Legal Lounge, where you'll hear from Amanda and her team of lawyers from Lanyon Bowdler Solicitors talking about many aspects of law in England and Wales. During the series you'll hear from special guests, industry experts and local charities.

In this episode solicitors David Ramsbottom and Sophie Burgoyne take a look at the impact on agricultural land and property following the Autumn 2024 Budget. They take a practical view suggesting it's wise to take a collaborative approach with your professional advisors to fully understand the value of your assets and the structure of your business.

Here's our episode released in December 2024 entitled "Unravelling the Budget for Farmers", with Edward and David: https://thelegallounge.podbean.com/e/unravelling-the-budget-for-farmers-edward-rees-and-david-pugh/?token=7699c4ce348e0152deb9b1285a6df999

For all the resources and reference material from the episodes, and to request a discussion about a particular scenario, or aspect of law, please visit: https://www.lblaw.co.uk/knowledge/ 

LISTEN AGAIN: The Darker Side of Private Client

Welcome to The Legal Lounge, where you'll hear from Amanda and her team of lawyers from Lanyon Bowdler Solicitors talking about many aspects of law in England and Wales.  

In this episode, you'll hear solicitors Edward Rees and Neil Davies discuss the importance of good legal advice in relation to The Court of Protection, Lasting Powers of Attorney, wills, and estate administration.

Edward refers to two episodes from our back catalogue:

This one that Neil hosted with Lucy Speed: https://thelegallounge.podbean.com/e/mental-capacity-a-person-s-ability-to-make-their-own-decisions-neil-davies-lucy-speed/

and the episode Edward hosted alongside Mike from Brewin Dolphin: https://thelegallounge.podbean.com/e/inheritance-tax-planning-and-understanding-the-seven-year-rule-when-gifting-money-edward-rees-mike-williams/

For all the resources and reference material from the episodes, and to request a discussion about a particular scenario, or aspect of law, please visit: https://lblaw.co.uk/knowledge

 

Impact of the Budget on Pensions and Inheritance Tax : Edward Rees and Jack Fallows

Welcome to The Legal Lounge, where you'll hear from Amanda and her team of lawyers from Lanyon Bowdler Solicitors talking about many aspects of law in England and Wales. During the series you'll hear from special guests, industry experts and local charities.

In this episode, we welcome Jack Fallows from Herald Wealth Management, who chats with Edward Rees about the changes arising from the autumn 2024 budget in relation to pensions and inheritance tax.

Disclaimer: When financial planning, please consider that your capital is at risk. Tax legislation is subject to change and depends upon your personal circumstances.

For all the resources and reference material from the episodes, and to request a discussion about a particular scenario, or aspect of law, please visit: https://www.lblaw.co.uk/knowledge/ 

Unravelling the Budget for Farmers : Edward Rees and David Pugh

Welcome to The Legal Lounge, where you'll hear from Amanda and her team of lawyers from Lanyon Bowdler Solicitors talking about many aspects of law in England and Wales. During the series you'll hear from special guests, industry experts and local charities.

In this episode, Edward Rees and David Pugh discuss the Autumn 2024 budget, which they speculate will have a seismic impact. In particular, the overhaul of agricultural property relief and business property relief which farmers are facing, and the potential knock-on effects.

For all the resources and reference material from the episodes, and to request a discussion about a particular scenario, or aspect of law, please visit: https://www.lblaw.co.uk/knowledge/