Gales Solicitors is promoting refresher training after the Employment Appeals Tribunal has reiterated just how important it is for an Employer to ensure that Employees receive regular training on discrimination policies. Partner Sarah England said, “An employer can defend a claim resulting from the otherwise unlawful discriminatory actions of an employee if it is able
Bournemouth based Gales Solicitors is reporting increased court case hearing activity, with court hearings taking place by telephone, video and in person. Senior Partner Matthew Moore said, “In 2020, in the spring and early summer, most court hearings were suspended. It’s really positive that hearings are now taking place in the current climate and in
Bournemouth based firm Gales Solicitors is urging clients to consider making a Will & appointing Attorney’s to act on their behalf if they are unable to do so (Lasting Power of Attorney) Senior Partner Matthew Moore said, “Sadly, in the current times it has become even more important to help our loved ones should something
Gales Solicitors Partner Matthew Moore is reporting ‘business as usual’ at the busy Bournemouth practice which has offices in Winton and Tuckton. Matthew said, “We are very pleased to report that all of our staff are now back from Furlough. Most appointments are still being carried out remotely, via zoom or telephone although we are
In the light of increased redundancies post lockdown, Gales Solicitors Partner Sarah England is reminding businesses of the need to ensure that full and proper procedures are followed. Sarah said, “Simply making someone redundant without proper procedure just because of a pandemic puts you at risk of an employment tribunal claim. “Sadly, the current environment
Matthew Moore, Senior Partner at Gales Solicitors has welcomed new assistant, Dani Lucas to the team. Matthew commented, “We are delighted to welcome Dani on board. She has much experience in the legal sector, particularly in family law. Her depth of knowledge is very much valued and her upbeat positive attitude is a real boost
Matthew Moore, Senior Partner at Gales Solicitors has welcomed new assistant, Dani Lucas to the team. Matthew commented, “We are delighted to welcome Dani on board. She has much experience in the legal sector, particularly in family law. Her depth of knowledge is very much valued and her upbeat positive attitude is a real boost
Gales Solicitors has welcomed the opening up of the housing market and has already seen a flurry of activity, with many completions expected in May. Senior Partner Matthew Moore advised, “From Wednesday 13th May the housing market was able to move again. Under regulations published on the 12th May it is now possible to visit estate
Bournemouth University Law undergraduate James Diamond has taken up a 2 day a week placement year at Gales Solicitors, as part of his Law Degree course. The 3rd year student who is working in the firm’s Winton office advised, “I am really happy to be working at Gales. It’s a very busy office and I’m thoroughly
Older people in England and Wales are getting divorced (and re-married) in ever greater numbers. The office for national Statistics have shown that between 1990 and 2012 there was an 85% increase in divorce in the over 60’s. Senior Partner Matthew Moore at Gales Solicitors advises on the importance of taking proper advice before committing to
