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Wollens and some of the most well-known names in Torbay’s business world – played a major role in securing the sale of Torquay’s world-famous Kents Cavern within a matter of weeks.

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Business First by Wollens

In this month’s issue of Business First, we’ve covered a broad range of topics including home working, commercial law, people management, marketing and much more.  Download your copy of Business First here

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{Emma Reed always goes above and beyond, providing creative solutions with clarity in difficult circumstances.
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{Dominic Hollingsworth is very knowledgeable, provides challenge, and always looks for the best solution for clients.
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{Emma Reed is an exceptional partner.
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{They are approachable, knowledgeable, have great strength in depth and offer a strong client service.
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{The team are very versatile and able to take on all aspects of our work. The team we deal with are an all female team, which we like in terms of diversity, headed up by partner Emma Reed who is excellent.
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Agency, distribution & franchising

Restructuring, reorganisations & demergers

Mergers & acquisitions 

Management buy-in/buy-out

Joint ventures

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Refinancing 

Company formations

Corporate governance & compliance

Shareholders agreements & disputes

Terms & conditions of business

Business interruption insurance claims

Commercial contracts

Partnership & LLP matters

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Why employers need a reflective response to employee beliefs

Discrimination and freedom of expression continue to pose a challenge to employers, with two recent cases highlighting the complexity of navigating such issues. Businesses need to continually review their recruitment and working practices to keep in step as this area of the law continues to develop.

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Wollens has become a carbon-neutral business

Wollens has become a carbon-neutral business

Embracing sustainability, Wollens has taken bold steps to become a carbon-neutral business. Working with Planet Mark™ and through the implementation of eco-friendly practices, we have significantly reduced our carbon footprint, striving to mitigate the environmental impact of our operations.

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Legal Tips and Requirements for Launching Your Business

Legal Tips and Requirements for Launching Your Business

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Why flexibility and rigid rules won’t mix in the workplace

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Court clash over whether a location is a singular destination

Court clash over whether a location is a singular destination

In today’s fast-paced world, it’s easy to put off important tasks, and writing a will is often one of them. However, having a will is crucial for ensuring your wishes are carried out after your death and providing peace of mind to your loved ones.  In this comprehensive guide, we’ll explore the importance of having a will, and the steps to take in order to secure your legacy.

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The sale of Kents Cavern

The sale of Kents Cavern

Wollens and some of the most well-known names in Torbay’s business world – played a major role in securing the sale of Torquay’s world-famous Kents Cavern within a matter of weeks.

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The rise and fall of women in sport!

The rise and fall of women in sport!

The rise in the popularity of women’s sport is finally showing signs of closing the gap on men both in terms of parity of pay and sponsorship opportunities. However, there is still a huge chasm in sports where women are a long way from the rewards and recognition received by their male counterparts. Many sportswomen are household names for their performances in their chosen sport. Some women are heralded as sporting icons. Pay and sponsorship deals have increased. But the women are still a long way behind their male counterparts

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When should a lay trustee consult a solicitor?

When should a lay trustee consult a solicitor?

The rise in the popularity of women’s sport is finally showing signs of closing the gap on men both in terms of parity of pay and sponsorship opportunities. However, there is still a huge chasm in sports where women are a long way from the rewards and recognition received by their male counterparts. Many sportswomen are household names for their performances in their chosen sport. Some women are heralded as sporting icons. Pay and sponsorship deals have increased. But the women are still a long way behind their male counterparts

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