Leasehold Webinar – How to deal with requests for alterations following Duval

06/09/2022 @ 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm –

This webinar aims to examine the practical implications following the case of Duval v Randolph Crescent [2020] UKSC 18 and its impact on Housing Associations and Local Authorities when faced with applications for alterations by Leaseholders. We will consider the case of Duval, the consequences of the decision for landlords and tenants and how to deal with requests accordingly.

Redundancy Webinar

14/09/2022 @ 9:30 am – 11:00 am –

With spiralling costs and the highest level of inflation in decades, many employers will be reviewing and restructuring their businesses to see what financial savings can be made. This session will look at the redundancy process and how to avoid the common pitfalls that can result in Employment Tribunal claims.

The rent cap on social housing: what it means for social landlords and how to respond to the Consultation

14/09/2022 @ 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm –

Social landlords have until 12 October to respond to the Government’s Consultation on a proposed rent cap on social and affordable rented homes from April 2023. How should you respond to the consultation and what are the implications of a rent cap for your business, for house building, and for your tenants (including tenants not benefiting from the cap). How does the rent cap square with inflationary pressures on businesses, the cost of living crisis for individuals and soaring energy costs for all. We will include a Q&A session to allow participants to share their views.

The levelling up agenda – what’s the future?

21/09/2022 @ 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm –

This webinar will cover the practical implications of the Levelling up and Regeneration Bill focussing on proposed changes to the planning system and how, if implemented, these might impact on your development plans.

A beginner’s guide to litigation

27/09/2022 @ 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm –

Join us for a discussion aimed at demystifying the traditional litigation process. From pre-action protocols to enforcement of judgments, this seminar will provide an overview of the steps involved in bringing or defending a claim through the Court system and what is expected from your organisation at every step.

Management Companies, Management Agreements and Managing Agents – Part 1

28/09/2022 @ 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm –

This two part webinar series will provide a masterclass on management companies, management agreements and managing agents.

The first in a two part webinar series, this session will provide:

1. In what circumstances may a management company need to be set up?
2. What are the governance considerations in setting up a management company?
3. What property aspects should be considered when setting up a management company?
4. How do you set up a management company?
5. How does a management company operate?

Please join us on this extended webinar series and we will bring you up to speed – from set up, to disputes and everything in between.

Leasehold Webinar: Dealing with Energy Contracts and S.20 Consultation

06/10/2022 @ 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm –

This webinar aims to provide an understanding of some of the key the issues involved in dealing with s.20 consultation prior to entering into energy contracts serving residential property. This webinar will consider issues involving the timing of consultation and service of notices as well as applying for dispensation in these types of cases. This webinar covers an important aspect of the statutory consultation process and will be of benefit to those involved in service charge recovery.

Developments in Discrimination

12/10/2022 @ 9:30 am – 11:30 am –

Discrimination can be a scary concept to deal with when it is asserted by employees, because of the financial and reputational consequences of a successful claim. This session will look at the key concepts and defences, drawing on recent case-law in the area.

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