Blog - Cognitive Law

Cognitive Law expand service offering in collaboration with Adastra HR

January 18,2022

We are delighted to announce we have extended our range of services to include full end-to-end Human Resources services through our exciting collaboration with Adastra HR. This additional service offering alongside our existing legal provision allows us to provide you with a full package of HR support to all clients. We recognise that even if... Read more »

How to outsource legal services

January 13,2022

The most important way of outsourcing legal services is the way in which it is most easy for the client. Similar to how there are different types of retainers available, there are also different ways to outsource. Over the years I have worked with many corporate clients, each needing their own style of outsourcing. And... Read more »

New property tax values under Spanish law – Lookout, they bite

January 10,2022

The 1st of January 2022 marks the date in which new property tax values are applicable in Spain. They have been implemented by the Law of Preventive Measure against Fraud of July 2021 and are likely to bring lots of controversy. Here’s a quick outline of what to be aware of when it comes to... Read more »

Why outsource legal services?

January 6,2022

When a business is faced with many legal requirements in various different areas, outsourcing legal services to a law firm is more than worth considering. Before I explain the reasons why a business should contemplate outsourcing their legal needs to a law firm, as opposed to having an in-house lawyer, it’s important to clarify the... Read more »

How much will I spend when buying a property in Spain?

December 9,2021

It is many people’s dream to buy a property in Spain, even after Brexit. The quality of life, generally low prices and the sunshine are appealing factors. When buying a property in Spain, it is important to anticipate the general costs and expenses you will incur, as well as possible pitfalls as a result of... Read more »

Re-use of a prohibited name – A warning for Directors

December 2,2021

Re-use of a Prohibited Name leads to automatic liability under section 217 Insolvency Act 1986 Subject to certain exceptions, a director of a company that has entered into an insolvent liquidation is restricted from being involved in the management of a company with the same, or similar name to the company that entered liquidation. This... Read more »

Parenting through Separation – A free guide

December 1,2021

It’s Good Divorce Week (yes, there is such a thing as a good divorce), and this week I am supporting Resolution in their campaign to build awareness that there is a better way to separate. Separation is a traumatic and stressful time for any couple, but when children are involved emotions are heightened and the... Read more »

Directors cannot re-write history

November 25,2021

Directors of companies need to keep the above statement in mind following the decision in Bass v Buchanan [2021] EWHC 2740 (Ch). Following the company entering into a Creditors’ Voluntary Liquidation in December 2014 the liquidators conducted a review of the books and records of the company and brought proceedings against the director in relation... Read more »

What happens when your company does not bounce back after receiving the Bounce Back Loan?

November 18,2021

In early 2020 when the Coronavirus Pandemic hit the UK the Government brought in a series of measures to help businesses survive. One key measure was the Bounce Back Loan Scheme. The scheme was introduced in March 2020 allowing small and medium businesses to borrow up to 25% of annual turnover, capped at a maximum... Read more »

First Friday Lunch Club – December 2021

November 7,2021

Join us at the December First Friday Lunch Club, one of the best networking events for professionals in Brighton and Hove Join us to celebrate the festive season with a fabulous Christmas lunch, great company and fantastic networking in the heart of Brighton. 🎄 Book your tickets here if you’d like to be there! All... Read more »