28-07-2010
Employment Law Seminar - 9th September
On the 9th September, BPE’s Employment Law team and the CIPD will be holding a morning seminar focusing on the Equality Act.
20-07-2010
The Digital Economy Act 2010: how it may affect you and how you can best prepare for its effects

Although some sections of the Act are not yet in force, and some sections require further consultation prior to their full implementation, below are details of the three main changes and their likely effects:
06-07-2010
BPE establishes niche science and technology team
BPE Solicitors LLP has asked Rob Bryan, a leading light in science and technology, to join its partnership.
22-06-2010
BPE's Budget Overview
Business and entrepreneurs have not been hit as hard as they could have been in George Osborne's "tough but fair" budget, according to commercial experts at BPE Solicitors LLP.
02-06-2010
Avert staff from 'kicking-off' over the World Cup
With the World Cup due to start in just a weeks’ time, businesses across the county are urged to take steps now to make sure they are fully prepared for a month of ‘football fever’.
21-05-2010
BPE congratulate their newly appointed Associates
Gloucestershire law firm BPE Solicitors LLP has promoted four key staff members within its Dispute Resolution, Credit & Asset Finance and Commercial teams.
07-05-2010
BPE Solicitors advises Green Compliance on its first acquisition within the fire protection sector
BPE Solicitors LLP advised AIM-listed Green Compliance Plc in its acquisition of Mayfair Fire Protection Ltd and the business and assets of professional Fire Solutions Ltd.
05-05-2010
A new way of pursuing balance sheet debt
Some Gloucestershire businesses could do more to look after the financial health of their companies, according to BPE Solicitors’ head of debt recovery.
19-04-2010
Volcanic ash chaos - employment implications
It is estimated that up to 150,000 Britons are currently stranded abroad due to the volcanic ash cloud drifting across the UK from Iceland. With the weekend now over and many people still not back at work, employers may be left wondering what to do.
08-04-2010
BPE Solicitors supports green acquisition
BPE Solicitors LLP advised Cirencester-based Green Compliance plc in its acquisition of Waterchem Ltd for an initial £5.534m, which will increase by a maximum of £4m if certain financial targets are met.
31-03-2010
Trainee qualification boosts ranks for BPE Solicitors
Cheltenham law firm BPE Solicitors LLP has bolstered its ranks following the qualification of two of its trainee solicitors.
25-03-2010
Supporting SuperGroup's flotation plans
BPE Solicitors LLP, longstanding legal advisers to SuperGroup PLC, has supported the Cheltenham-based clothing company’s plans during its float by creating and managing a virtual data room to support the smooth running of the transaction.
25-03-2010
Workman wary over Budget outcome
A Cheltenham business owner has urged the South West business community to be “optimistically cautious” following the Chancellor’s Budget statement yesterday.
09-03-2010
Legal expert going the extra mile for asbestos victims
This weekend, Peter Lodge, Industrial Disease Claims Specialist at BPE Solicitors LLP, ran the Bath Half Marathon to raise awareness of an issue he knows only too well.
19-02-2010
Gloucestershire professional advisers support green energy specialist in its expansion plans
BPE Solicitors LLP advised Cirencester-based Green Compliance plc when it wished to raise £10 million to fund working capital and support its future targeted acquisition strategy.
10-02-2010
BPE Solicitors LLP has launched its own HR consultancy
BPE Solicitors LLP has launched its own HR consultancy to support businesses who cannot afford the luxury of maintaining a team of in-house specialists.
08-02-2010
Gloucestershire professional advisers support Mears Group Plc in its expansion plans
BPE Solicitors LLP advised Mears Group Plc when it wished to takeover Supporta Plc and strengthen its market position in the domiciliary care sector.
01-02-2010
Pier deal a smooth ride thanks to BPE Solicitors
Commercial law experts from BPE Solicitors LLP have advised Gravitron Design over a major contract to provide funfair rides for the Grand Pier at Weston-super-Mare.
04-01-2010
BPE Solicitors LLP’s Senior Partner John Workman named as one of UK’s hottest lawyers
BPE Solicitors LLP’s Senior Partner John Workman has been named as one of the UK’s “Hot 100” lawyers in a report compiled by a national trade magazine.
01-12-2009
BPE Solicitors LLP’s personal injury team riding high after receiving national praise for its work
BPE Solicitors LLP’s seven-strong personal injury team is celebrating after winning further external praise for its work.
01-12-2009
BPE Solicitors’ strategic review heralds bright future in 2010
Cheltenham-based law firm BPE Solicitors has become the latest professional services firm in the region to become a Limited Liability Partnership (LLP).
01-12-2009
Solicitor urges people to get peace of mind from an LPA
The head of BPE Solicitors LLP’s private client team is urging people to take control of what may happen to them in later life by drawing up a lasting power of attorney (LPA)
03-11-2009
Taking the lead - Animal rehoming software developed in Gloucestershire
Microchipping was at the heart of Labour’s animal welfare proposals, unveiled at its recent party conference, where it pledged to introduce plans to microchip all dogs after the next general election.
30-10-2009
BPE employment team bolstered by new appointment
Gloucestershire law firm BPE Solicitors has bolstered its employment team with an appointment that takes their headcount to seven.
12-10-2009
BPE solicitors shortlisted for national Personal Injury Awards
BPE Solicitors’ seven-strong personal injury team has been shortlisted as Personal Injury team of the Year in the Eclipse Proclaim Personal Injury Awards 2009.
01-10-2009
BPE Solicitors strengthens partnership team
BPE Solicitors has promoted two senior solicitors to its partnership table – in recognition of the work they have done to develop client relationships and bring in new business.
30-09-2009
BPE secures legal victory in road accident claim
The personal injury team at BPE Solicitors has secured substantial damages for a Gloucestershire man who suffered extensive injuries after being hit by a drunk driver as he travelled to work.
18-09-2009
BPE wins praise from independent legal directory
Glowing testimonials from clients have helped BPE Solicitors to secure its best ever ranking in the independent directory, The Legal 500.
28-08-2009
City lawyer joins BPE Commercial Property team
A commercial property solicitor with City experience has been appointed by Gloucestershire firm, BPE Solicitors.

Claire Parsloe joins the firm having established her career in London at some of the UK’s leading legal practices, including top-15 firms Addleshaw Goddard LLP and Clifford Chance LLP.
05-08-2009
Swine Flu: Unforeseen event?
With thousands of people currently seeking treatment after becoming infected with swine flu Gloucestershire businesses could soon find their remaining staff becoming over-stretched and struggling to fulfil customer obligations.
31-07-2009
Innovise continues rapid expansion with help from BPE
Members of BPE’s corporate team have advised fast-growing software solutions and IT services provider, Innovise Plc on its latest acquisition.
22-07-2009
BPE Commercial team boosted by new appointment
Gloucestershire-based BPE Solicitors has strengthened its commercial offering with the recent appointment of Jason Stratford-Lysandrides.
16-07-2009
Green shoots of recovery increase corporate activity at BPE
Adopting a strategy of acting for highly acquisitive AIM-listed companies has paid off for the corporate team at BPE Solicitors as they celebrate completing over ten deals with an aggregate value of £14 million in the past six months.
07-07-2009
BPE strengthens employment offering
A new employment specialist has been appointed by BPE Solicitors to support the region’s leading and growing businesses and public sector organisations manage their staff.
02-07-2009
Beacon light shines on BPE Solicitors
BPE Solicitors’ positive culture, HR and marketing practices have resulted in the Gloucestershire-based law firm becoming the latest county business to be awarded Beacon accreditation.