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Quarterly Insights: Key Corporate & Commercial Topics – Q1 2026

Welcome to the first episode of our new podcast series from the Corporate and Commercial team at Clarkslegal. Each quarter, we’ll delve into the most topical issues and significant developments explored by our team over the past three months. Our aim is to provide concise overviews and practical insights into the legal matters shaping the corporate and commercial landscape.

In this first episode, Stuart Mullins, Partner in the Corporate and Commercial team, is joined by Jonathan Hayes, Senior Solicitor. Together, they’ll discuss:

  • Family Investment Companies (FICs) – What they are, how they work, and why they’re increasingly popular for succession and wealth planning.
  • Legal Due Diligence in Corporate Transactions – The importance of due diligence during acquisitions, what it involves, and benefits for both buyers and sellers.
  • Directors’ Duties – Focusing on the duty to act honestly and in good faith, with a look at recent legal developments and practical implications for company directors.

If you’d like to discuss any of the topics covered in this episode, please contact Stuart Mullins or Jonathan Hayes, who will be happy to assist you.

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