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Autumn Budget 2025

The Chancellor delivered her second Budget today as she sought to balance financial constraints and political ambitions without breaking manifesto promises.

Mishcon de Reya expands international offering in Abu Dhabi, Dubai and Hong Kong

Leading international law firm Mishcon de Reya has announced that it has opened two new offices in the United Arab Emirates and that it has been granted a licence to practise as a firm of solicitors by the Law Society of Hong Kong.

Mishcon de Reya revenues rise to £330 million with profits of £110 million for 2024/25

Mishcon de Reya has announced revenues of £330 million for the last financial year – an increase of 9% from the previous year, with profits rising 14% to £110 million.

Mishcon de Reya advises on Mater-AI’s £1.5 million pre-seed funding round

Mishcon de Reya has advised UK-based AI materials start-up Mater-AI on its £1.5 million pre-seed funding round and invested in the round through Mishcon PLUS. The round was led by Twin Path Ventures, with participation from One Planet Capital, XTX Ventures, the Conception X Angel Syndicate, Koro Capital and Tailored Solutions.

The rise of bonus litigation

Prior to 2008, bonus disputes were staple pieces of litigation for UK employment lawyers. Post-financial crisis, however, major bonus claims started to dry up: banks were paying out more conservatively, taxes were high (reducing the net value of the bonus), appetite for risk was low and, for the most part, the law appeared settled and certain in favour of the employer.

Deemed fulfilment or wish fulfilment? Supreme Court clarifies Mackay v Dick principle is not a part of English law

In King Crude Carriers SA & Others v Ridgebury November LLC & Others [2025] UKSC 39, a dispute arose from contracts for the sale of second-hand tanker vessels between the sellers and the buyers.

Non-compete reform back on the table: Government reopens debate with wider options

The government has published a new working paper inviting views on options to reform non-compete clauses in employment contracts.

'Tis the season to be wary: your counterfeit survival guide

Building a world-class workforce: immigration, tax, reward and pay transparency essentials for UK employers

The UK’s tech and life sciences sectors continue to attract global attention, with innovation at the heart of their growth.