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5 November 2026

The Bardot inheritance dispute

The reported dispute over Brigitte Bardot’s estate highlights…
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5 November 2026

A Fairer Path to Settlement – Earned Settlement Key Takeaways

On 2 November 2026 the Home Office published its response to…
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4 November 2026

Sydney Mitchell launches recruitment drive to support continued growth across key legal teams

Press Release Leading Midlands law firm Sydney Mitchell has…
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29 October 2026

What to know about inheritance tax changes and pensions from April 2027

What to know about inheritance tax changes and pensions from…
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30 September 2026

Legal 500 recognises seven Sydney Mitchell lawyers in newest guide to the UK’s legal profession

Seven Sydney Mitchell lawyers have been recognised individually…
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7 August 2026

Sydney Mitchell named among the West Midlands’ four most highly recommended law firms

Sydney Mitchell has been ranked fourth among the West Midlands’…
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3 August 2026

Growth for Sydney Mitchell’s Family Law team

The family law team at Midlands firm Sydney Mitchell has expanded…
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28 July 2026

Could care workers be exempt from tougher immigration rules?

Reports that the Government is considering protecting existing…
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20 July 2026

£336 Million In Unexpected Inheritance Tax: Why Good Intentions Can Still Go Wrong

Sydney Mitchell Solicitors is encouraging families to review…
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20 July 2026

Sydney Mitchell retains Law Society’s prestigious Lexcel accreditation

Birmingham and Solihull law firm Sydney Mitchell has successfully…
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