November 14, 2018
A Prosperous Move
Prosperity Law have moved to Spinningfields, taking office space on the 1st Floor of Vantage Point, Hardman Square. Previously based on Tib Lane just of Cross Street, the move reflects the firm’s ambition and forward thinking nature. (more…)
November 14, 2018
North West Law Society Commerce & Industry Group Annual Dinner
The North West Law Society Commerce & Industry Group Annual Dinner is an evening event of networking and dining to raise funds for Cancer Research UK.
The prestigious event included a champagne reception, 4-course meal, live entertainment, and a charity auction and raffle. The ticket sales, auction and raffle raised an impressive £18,000, with all the proceeds going to the charity. (more…)
October 30, 2018
Can you check a candidate’s social media?
The checking of a candidate’s social media is now a standard part of pre-employment screening. According to recent research by YouGov, up to 80% of employers are likely to check a candidate’s social media accounts as part of their recruitment and onboarding procedure. Employers are also involved in checking social media belonging to current employees of the company. But with the highly publicised onset of GDPR, along with the severe repercussions of not complying (fines can run into their millions), employers must ensure that their checking processes are appropriate and do not put them at the risk of breaking the law. (more…)
August 1, 2018
Do I Need to Give My Employee a Contract?
Whether you’re a first-time employer or you’ve been managing teams of workers for years, the question of the necessity of providing a contract is a valid one to ask. Depending on the size and complexity of the role in question, official employment documents can take a long time to draft and make watertight, and it can sometimes feel that a lot of the information that is required to be included is somewhat self-explanatory. So are employment contracts actually mandatory, and can you be prosecuted for failing to provide one? Prosperity Law, a team of highly experienced commercial solicitors based in the north of England, is well-versed in navigating the sometimes rocky terrain of manager/worker relationships, contract law and employment tribunals. Here is their advice regarding contract law. Read on to discover your legal requirements and inform yourself further about how having an official legal employment contract might benefit you, your company and its employees. (more…)
July 20, 2018
What Do Commercial Property Lawyers Do?
A commercial property lawyer is a legal specialist who works within the field of commercial property legislation. This type of practice is one that covers the use and management of structures and land that are intended for business purposes. If a company has purchased any building or premises for commercial reasons and the generation of profit – i.e. as a site on which its headquarters will be positioned or a location for any additional outlet or base – then that business will be subject to commercial property law. (more…)
July 12, 2018
Why Should I use Notary Public Services?
What is a Notary Public?
A Notary Public, also sometimes known as a Notary Public of the Common Law, is a person qualified and appointed to witness, administrate or authenticate documentation and other elements involved in non-contentious matters of common law. These are issues that concern the law but that do not involve opposing sides. They usually include estates, deeds, powers-of-attorney, and matters of foreign and international business. Broadly speaking, the matters dealt with by a Notary Public tend to fall into three categories. These include: (more…)
June 29, 2018
Commerce & Industry Group North West Annual Dinner
Date: Friday 19 October 2018
Time: 7:00pm – 2:00am
Location: The Hilton Hotel, Deansgate, Manchester
Champagne Reception Sponsored by: Palladium ATE
Dress Code: Black Tie (more…)
June 21, 2018
Tax Dispute: Problems and Resolutions
Tax can be a nightmare to calculate, and, on occasion, you’ll soon discover that the hard work you’ve put into ensuring that you’ve paid the right amount has all been for nothing – the total that you’ve submitted is incorrect, and a tax dispute has been raised. So, why does this happen and how are matters like this resolved? The specialists at Prosperity Law understand how frustrating it is to navigate the world of tax disputes, and have put together this useful guide in order to reveal why tax is disputed and what can be done to iron things out. (more…)
June 5, 2018
What is Corporate Law and How Does it Work?
Law is an exceptionally varied industry with innumerable specialised branches. If you’re looking for legal representation, it can be very difficult to know where to start, or whether you’re looking in the right place. Heads of companies in particular can find it very difficult to navigate this area, as the importance of legal protection within the world of business is well known, but obtaining it can also appear complex. So, as the owner of a business, where should you start? Your first port of call should be a corporate solicitor, or another practitioner of corporate law. Discover a little more about the world of corporate law and why it’s important to find representation within this field by reading on. (more…)
May 23, 2018
What is Commercial Law?
For business owners, it’s important to get to grips with the world of commercial law as soon as possible in order to ensure that you and your assets are comprehensively covered in a legal sense, and that you can recognise potential issues that may arise, understand your responsibilities and know how to be vigilant when it comes to potential breaches thereof. Of course, looking at it from the outside, this field of law can appear fairly complex. However, the specialists at Prosperity Law are well versed in this particular area of legal expertise and have provided the guide below to assist those who are hoping to come to a better understanding of commercial law. (more…)
