Insight

Insight is our collection of articles and commentary on recent legal developments in the UK and overseas.

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All articles published on the Marsans Gitlin Baker website are intended for reference purposes alone. They should not be relied on as legal advice. You should take legal advice specific to your set of circumstances prior to taking any action.

Recent articles

Key changes to the Skilled Worker Route

On 01 July 2025, the Home Office released a statement of changes which predominantly effects the Skilled Worker route. These changes will be implemented on 22 July 2025.  The changes follow on from the White Paper that was published in May 2025 and to further the Government’s plans of reforming […]
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Expansion on the law on abuse of process

This article is part of a series documenting the legal proceedings in which MGB has been acting on behalf of the Husband, a private equity fund founder and partner (V fund), in his divorce.  Following A v M (No.1) wherein Mostyn J issued the original financial remedy order in January […]
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Divorce assets conflict

How Family Courts Handle Private Equity in Divorce Cases

A V M (NO 2) [2024] EWFC 214 Background In this complex case, MGB Law represented the Husband (H), a private equity fund founder and partner, in a financial remedy matter following his divorce. At the initial final hearing in 2021, A v M [2021] EWFC 89, Mr. Justice Mostyn […]
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Provident Fund Challenges for Expats – INDIA

Navigating Provident Fund Challenges for Expats: A Landmark Case At our law firm, we specialise in handling complex cross-border employment matters, providing professional legal services to clients facing unique challenges. One recent case involved a UK citizen who resided in India for seven years and is now struggling to access […]
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Litigation privilege

Litigation privilege is a legal principle that protects certain communications and documents created or exchanged in the context of pending or anticipated litigation from being disclosed to the other party or in court. This privilege is designed to promote candid discussions and thorough preparation by parties and their legal counsel […]
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Legal Professional Privilege

Legal professional privilege (LPP) is a fundamental legal principle that protects the confidentiality of communications between a lawyer and their client. This privilege is essential for ensuring that clients can speak freely and honestly with their legal counsel, thereby promoting the effective administration of justice. Below is a comprehensive overview […]
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The Impact of Labour’s Policy Changes

The Labour Party’s victory in the 2024 UK general election marks a pivotal shift in the political landscape, with promises to revamp immigration and housing policies significantly. As a London-based law firm, staying abreast of these changes is crucial for providing our clients with the most up-to-date and comprehensive guidance. […]
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Understanding Renewable and Non-Renewable Leases

The Landlord and Tenant Act 1954 Navigating commercial leases can be tricky, especially when they involve the Landlord and Tenant Act 1954. To simplify it, we have broken down the key points in plain terms to help you understand the differences and implications of having a lease inside or outside […]
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Successful Application To Strike Out Claim

T V M: Successful Application to Strike Out Claim Due to Non-Compliance with CPR PD 32Background Our firm was instructed by a landlord defendant in a housing disrepair matter. Initially, the defendant was acting in person and failed to file a defence, resulting in a judgment against him. Upon our […]
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