MKB Law Interactive Insights

Property - Section 76 Planning Agreements

Gordon McElroy and Emma Smyth discuss Section 76 planning agreements. MKB Law’s Commercial Property team represents housing developers across Northern Ireland, where Section 76 requires them to contribute to local infrastructure, green travel initiatives, and, increasingly, social and affordable housing.

Dispute Resolution - Mediation

Following on from their discussion on shareholder disputes, in this episode Gordon McElroy and Christopher Mason focus on mediation as a form of dispute resolution - an important topic that many might not be familiar with.

Dispute Resolution – Shareholder Disputes

Christopher Mason and Gordon McElroy discuss shareholder disputes, exploring key topics like quasi-partnerships, unfair prejudice petitions, ADR and derivative actions. They also touch on current trends including post-Brexit challenges and ESG policies.

Mastering the Art of Litigation: Unveiling Strategies That Speak Volumes

In the world of litigation - where every case is a unique narrative - crafting and executing effective strategies is an art form. From initial letters to the final outcome, the strategies employed are the script that unfolds in the theatre of the courtroom.

Corporate & Commercial - Trademarks

James Boyd and Chloe Stewart, discuss the basics of trademarks and intellectual property in the UK, the benefits of trademark registration, and touch briefly on the matter of 'passing off'.

Corporate & Commercial - Warranties and Indemnities

Lynsey Henderson and Gordon McElroy look at warranties and indemnities. Topics covered include the key concepts of warranties and indemnities, the purpose of them within a share purchase agreement, due diligence and claims.

Corporate & Commercial - Investment Agreements

Lynsey Henderson and Gordon McElroy look at Investment Agreements and offer insights for both investors and businesses - from practical tips for negotiating investment agreements, through to potential risks and exit strategies.

Family Law - Parental Responsibility

Family Lawyers Ceadhra Cummings and Emma Jamison discuss parental responsibility, particularly in instances where the parents are unmarried or have separated/divorced, and what this means for parents and children.