Implications of Lying on a CV

As the demand for quality employees increases and with a growing number of people seeking work it is vital that employers are able to identify CV’s that have been embellished. Employees are under great pressure to stand out from the crowd and often this is achieved by ‘extending the truth’ or creating a ‘little white lie’ in order to get a foot in the door. However, whilst claiming ‘salesperson of the year award’ or ‘fluency in Japanese’ can give prospective employees the upper hand in securing an interview, there are legal implications. In addition, recruiting someone who has an embellished CV can have damaging effects on business.

Legal eagles go head to head for Charity

During February our teams are going head to head to raise money for our charity partner - Barnardo's.  Three teams are competing in a Apprentice style challenge to raise as much money as they can for local projects by organising events, with the team raising the most money winning the challenge. 

 Consisting of three teams, the Apprentice Challenge will see employees organising events including a Golf Day, a Race Night, staff dressed in “Grease” style outfits out on the streets of Preston to collect money, raffles and a charity dance featuring live music from The Rockabelles; a band fronted by Marsden Rawsthorn Legal Executive Kim Seward.  

 

A Titanic Affair kicks off our Apprentice challenge to raise money for our local Preston projects

Team Lovely Bubblies one of our three teams competing in our Apprentice style challenge to raise money for our charity partners Barnardo's, are holding a charity dance to raise money for our two local projects, Include Me 2 and Moving On for which provides support for homeless 16-25 year olds in the North West. 

 

The event is to be held at Fives Penthouse, Guildhall Street, Preston.  The night includes two music acts and DJs, and some lovely sweet treats!

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Marsden Rawsthorn and Clitheroe law firm Chenery Maher announce association

Marsden Rawsthorn and Clitheroe law firm Chenery Maher have formed an informal association in a move to offer clients in the Ribble Valley access to top quality legal advice on areas including Commercial law, Employment law and Personal Injury.

Chenery Maher, a well established firm in Clitheroe currently offers specialist legal advice covering divorce, family law, conveyancing, wills, probate and inheritance tax. Carol Maher, Partner at Chenery Maher commented, “Teaming with such a reputable firm as Marsden Rawsthorn will allow us to expand our offering to existing and potential clients and we look forward to working together on the association.”

Property, Adversity & Opportunity in 2010

 

Stephen Hodgson, CEO and Commercial Property Specialist at Law Firm Marsden Rawsthorn LLP, looks ahead to 2010.

At the end of 2009 the Marsden Rawsthorn Commercial Property Team negotiated the lease on one of Preston City Centre’s largest single letting units and the site of the former Woolworths store. The new tenant, Next, signed a 15 year lease, demonstrating real long term commitment to the High Street.

15 years is a long time in Retail. So was Next’s decision unfounded optimism or sensible business practice?

 

It's sNOw joke for employers!

The plummeting temperatures and frosty mixture of snow and ice continue to cause excitement amongst school children as many schools remain closed.  The best solution seems to be to sledge, make snowmen, and launch fatal snow balls at innocent passers-by (perhaps just my street.)

However, the weather is not so exciting for those grown ups amongst us as it undoubtedly causes severe inconvenience for parents, employees and employers. Many employees have been unable to get into work due to public transport cancellations and impassable roads, which, through no fault of their own, does cause a considerable strain for employers in already difficult economic times.

Marsden Rawsthorn awarded Downtown Preston Business Award

Marsden Rawsthorn have been awarded Downtown Preston "Best New Business" Award 2009.   This is great recognition of the commitment and efforts of the whole team which has contributed to the growth of the firm since its merger and relocation over 12 months ago. 

The award coincides with a series of top level changes as it gears up for major growth. The firm, which was created just over a year ago following one of the biggest mergers in the region’s legal history is now putting plans in place to take it to “another level”, according to new CEO Stephen Hodgson.  He replaces Charles Maher who has stepped down from the post after five years  following the successful merger and relocation to Fulwood.

Sad loss of one of our Partners

Gawen Ryan, one of our senior partners at our Chorley office, passed away suddenly on the 15th December 2009.  Gawen provided outstanding service to the firm and will be very sadly missed.  Our thoughts are with all his family and friends at this sad time. 

There will be a celebratory Mass for Gawen at St. Peter and Paul's Church in Mawdesley on Monday 21st December 2009 at 12.30pm followed by refreshments at Croston Sports and Social Club.

Gawen's family have requested no flowers but anyone wishing to could make a donation to the British Heart Foundation c/o  Walter Craven Funerals Limited, Craven Lodge, Broadgreen Road, Liverpool L13 5SG.

Philip Jolly will be contacting Gawen’s clients shortly but anyone with any queries can contact Philip on 01257 279511.

Former Banking Giant Joins Marsden Rawsthorn

We are delighted to announce further expansion to our management team with the appointment of former Senior Banker Terry Riding to the position of Financial Director.

Having worked for The Royal Bank of Scotland for 34 years, Terry has extensive experience within the commercial sector and previously held the position of Director of Banking for RBS.

Family Team continues to grow

Marsden Rawsthorn are delighted to announce an additional appointment to their expanding family team.  Following on from the appointment of Janis Clandon formerly of The Kennedy Partnership in Ormskirk, Susanne Shiers has joined from Lee Rigby Solicitors in Leyland.

 

Susanne, who was with Lee Rigby’s for over eight years, brings a wealth of knowledge to the team and will focus on family law, including divorce and children matters and ancillary relief.  With over 17 years legal experience gained prior to Lee Rigbys at Brabners and Inghams, Susanne already brings a number of clients to the firm, and any existing clients wishing to contact Susanne can email her at sshiers@marsdenrawsthorn.com or call 01772 799600.  

Boost for Family Law Team at Marsden Rawsthorn

Preston and Chorley based law firm Marsden Rawsthorn is pleased to announce the appointment of Janis Clandon into the position of Senior Solicitor, as part of the family law department.

Having studied law at Brunel University, London, Janis has been practising law since 1982 and comes from the Kennedy Partnership in Ormskirk where she headed up the matrimonial department. She will be specialising in matrimonial, children and family care law at Marsden Rawsthorn.

Michael Johnson joins our Preston Probate Team

We are delighted that Michael Johnson has joined our Private Client team based in Fulwood.  Michael has been in the legal profession since leaving school in 1966 and joins us from AD Varley in Blackburn.  He qualified as a Probate Executive in 1982 and as a Licensed Conveyancer in 1986.   He specialises in Probate Intestacy and Wills, Residential Conveyancing and some Commercial..

A family man with grandchildren, Michael enjoys taking part in different sports, enjoys dining, the countryside and the coast, not to mention being a life long supporter of the red devils.

Marsden Rawsthorn appoints new CEO

We are pleased to announce that Stephen Hodgson has been appointed as CEO.  Stephen takes over from Charles Maher who held the position for over 5 years.  Stephen has been Head of Commercial Property at the firm for 10 years since joining Marsden Rawsthorn in 1999 .

   

 

Marsden Rawsthorn sponsors Preston Property and Enterprise Forum

We were delighted to be associated with this event.  Frank McKenna, Downtown Preston, hosted this debate with newly appointed CEO of Preston Vision, Eliot Ward and NWDA CEO Steven Broomhead.  It was a lively debate and Eliot provided a good insight into his vision of the regeneration of Preston covering topics including Tithebarn project, National Football Museum and Preston Bus Station,   More information here http://www.downtownpreston.com/events/2009/14/.

Marsden Rawsthorn nominated for two Downtown Preston awards

 

We are delighted to have been shortlisted for two Downtown Preston "Six in the City" Awards in the Prefessional Services category and Best New Business category since our merger in 2007.  If you would like to vote for us please follow this link http://www.downtownpreston.com/events/2009/15/vote/.

   

Marsden Rawsthorn has no association with Dixon Raven and Marsden

 

A number of clients have contacted us with concerns that we are connected with recently closed firm Dixon, Raven and Marsden of Leyland and Southport.  We can confirm that we have no connections with this firm.

We Salute You - Marsden Rawsthorn supports Chorley Guardian's campaign

Statutory Redundancy Pay Increase

From 1st October 2009, the limit on a weeks pay for the purposes of calculating statutory redundancy payments will increase from £350 to £380.  The maximum statutory redundancy payment that an employee may be entitled to receive will therefore rise from £10,500 to £11,400.  An employee who is dismissed by reason of redundancy on or after 1st October will be entitled to the higher amount. 

Celebrating Success 12 Months On

In 2008, Hardwick's Solicitors joined forces with local Chorley firm Marsden Rawsthorn. Originally based at 10 St Thomas's Road, Chorley, the firm relocated to the Marsden Rawsthorn offices just a few doors away at number 43. The union was an overnight success and 12 months on the merged firm continues to go from strength to strength.

Netwalking in the Lancashire Evening Post

The Lancashire Evening Post has found out about our Netwalks, and have published an article on us!

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