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The leading specialist on Stamp Duty Land Tax and a member of our private wealth team, John Feaster has published his latest of edition Stamp Duty Land Tax 2024-25. John's book is a user-friendly guide that simplifies the complexities of SDLT for accountants, solicitors, and other tax professionals. Offering practical guidance and worked examples, it is an essential resource for navigating SDLT's landscape. Available individually or as part of a discounted bundle, get your copy now from: https://lnkd.in/eP-svQu4 If you need expert advice on SDLT, we're here to help. Get in touch with John Feaster at [email protected] or call 01274 350 819. https://lnkd.in/ekbM7DKC #tax #privatewealth #stampdutylandtax #legaladvice #lawfirm #taxlaw #financialadvice #solicitors #uk

On 26 October 2024, a duty on employers will be introduced to take reasonable steps to prevent sexual harassment of their employees. We've set out the key points for employers: https://lnkd.in/eirvC-Gh For practical steps you can take to meet the new obligations effectively, get in touch with our employment team at [email protected] #sexualharassment #sexualharassmentatwork #HR #HRmanager #employmentlaw #peoplemanager #employmentlawupdate

Award news!🎉 We've been shortlisted for 'Property Law Firm of the Year' at the Insider Media Yorkshire Property Industry Awards 🏆 “Our clients trust us to provide strategic guidance and attention to detail, it is great to have been recognised for the dedication that our team put into their work" Manjit Virdee, partner. We're looking forward to the awards ceremony in September! 🥂 #propertyawards #awards #awardrecognition #shortlisted #realestate #realestatelaw #Yorkshire #Yorkshireproperty #commercialproperty

Last week, we were joined by several students for work experience. They had an insight into what makes a successful lawyer and what life is like at Schofield Sweeney Solicitors. What did they get up to? 👉 Team-building sessions 👉 Careers advice 👉 Mock client interviews 👉 An advocacy task presided over by Judge Jim (James Staton) 👉 Presented their honest impressions of our social media content from both a client and candidate perspective We hope this experience has provided them with a solid foundation for their future legal careers, it was a delight to have them with us. #workexperience #lawyersofthefuture #lifeasalawyer #lawfirm #legalcareer #lawgraduate #lawundergrad #lawdegree

🏳️🌈 Leeds Pride 🏳️🌈 Fun, festivities and freedom to be yourself. “It was wonderful to see so many people out in our beautiful city celebrating diversity and joy! I am so proud to work at Schofield Sweeney where everyone is welcomed and celebrated for who they are.” Elizabeth Foster #walkthewalk #beingthelawyersweremeanttobe #LeedsPride #diversityandinclusion #LeedsPride2024

🌟 We're thrilled to have been awarded Employer of the Year for the second year running at the Telegraph & Argus (Bradford) Bradford Means Business Awards! 🏆 A special thank you to our amazing team for making this possible 👏 The celebrations don't stop there, congratulations to CORAL WINDOWS (BRADFORD) LIMITED who won the Innovation Award! As one of our values, this was a category we were delighted to sponsor and present. Well done to all the deserving nominees and winners of the evening, nothing beats celebrating Bradford's business achievements in a sell-out room of over 400 guests! 🥂 https://lnkd.in/eNkfjKZW #Bradford #bradfordmeansbusiness #awards #winners #employeroftheyear #teamsuccess #workplaceculture #wellbeing #careerdevelopment

The King’s Speech set out Labour’s legislative agenda to parliament on Wednesday which means changes are coming for you and your business.   One of the key employment law measures is the Employment Rights Bill, expected to be introduced within the first 100 days of the Government taking office.   How will the Employment Rights Bill affect you? 👉 https://lnkd.in/e-Q6KPdE #KingsSpeech #LabourGovernment #parliament #employmentlaw #EmploymentRightsBill #HR #HRmanager

Our private wealth & succession team have maintained their Band 2 ranking in this year’s Chambers and Partners High Net Worth Guide ⭐ Congratulations also to those with individual rankings: Simon Glazebrook – Band 2 John Feaster – Band 3 Nazia Nawaz – Band 2 They’ve been recognised for their specialisms in trusts, estate planning, land tax, family investment companies, stamp duty land tax and private wealth disputes. If you are looking for expert guidance, protection and reassurance for any of the above, get in touch on [email protected] #chambersandpartners #rankedlawyer #recognition #privatewealthlaw #privatewealthdisputes #lawfirm #rankedlawfirm

Are you thinking of relocating your business premises or expanding your portfolio? We’ve worked with a significant number of new developers, funders and ambitious businesses so far this year, helping them with the full property lifecycle from leases and acquisitions to sales and negotiations. Below are some of the transactions and developments we’ve helped deliver. "The first half of 2024 has seen an increase in quality activity, driven by the economic recovery and increases in investor confidence. Our team’s dedication and proficiency have been crucial in navigating this dynamic market," said Manjit Virdee, partner. “Our clients trust us to provide strategic guidance and attention to detail, and we have consistently delivered on these expectations. We look forward to driving successful outcomes for clients in the second half of the year and beyond, with a number of new recruits to be announced.” he added. Read more: https://lnkd.in/eNDSXzjW We provide strategic advice on acquisitions, development, leasing, finance, planning, environmental, construction and tax law. Get in touch with a member of our real estate team - [email protected] #realestate #realestatelaw #commercialproperty #acquisition #businesspremises #expansion #legaladvice

The weather held out for us at our Golf Day at WOODSOME HALL GOLF CLUB LIMITED last Thursday. Thanks to the team at Woodsome Hall for, as always, a beautiful course and great hospitality. Thank you to those who joined us for an afternoon of great (or questionable) golf and even better company. We raised an amazing £450 for our charity of the year, Forget Me Not Children's Hospice from everyone's generosity in our 'Beat the Pro' competition. #golfday #corporategolfday #networking #fundraiser