Events
Forthcoming events
We have a continuous programme of events for our private and business clients and we offer bespoke seminars at our premises for small groups. Coming soon are events that will cover topics including ‘IT use and misuse’, employment law and a Chamber of Commerce lunch.
Call Pam Whittle on 01256 854642 or email Pam here for more details.
HomeBuy Show, Spring 2010
The Apollo Hotel, Basingstoke, Thursday 11 March, 3.00-7.00pm
Our residential property team will be on hand at this show, which is open to the public, giving advice to those people wishing to get a foot on the property ladder by participating in shared ownership. You don’t need to book, simply come along and we’ll be delighted to see you. If would like to find out more about how shared ownership works or simply get advice on buying your first property, then call our residential property team on 01256 460830.
Chamber of Commerce event
The Hilton Hotel, Basingstoke, Tuesday 16 March, 1200-1400
Are you up-to-date with the latest business legislation? The law changes almost daily and it’s hard to keep up to speed when you’re running a business; so come along and find out what’s changed and then put your questions to the panel of Phillips’ business lawyers who will be in the ‘Question Time’ hot seats! To reserve your place either contact Pam Whittle at Phillips or contact Lynette at the Chamber on 01256 352275, events@nhcci.co.uk
Breakfast coaching sessions –
‘The Babylon Club’
Phillips has teamed up with Shirlaws and launched a Club for a group of entrepreneurial professionals who meet monthly.
An enterprising intitiative started by Shirlaws Coaching and Phillips has blossomed into a dynamic Club for some of Basingstoke’s young entrepreneurs who hope to become the decision makers of the future. “The aim of the club” says Richard Gigg “is to help members learn more about the various aspects of running a successful business – in essence to give them a blueprint for long-term growth which will be of ultimate benefit in building our local business community.” The Club meets monthly at Phillips and other clubs based on this principle have started in Hampshire, Surrey and as far afield as Australia.
For more details call Pam Whittle on 01256 854642 or email Pam here.
Recent events
HomeBuy Shows
Thursday 17th September, The Apollo, Basingstoke 3.00-7.00pm and
Thusday 22nd October , Princes Hall, Aldershot 3.00-7.00pm
Kingfisher Housing Association Roadshow
The Red Lion, Basingstoke, Thursday 15 October 2009
Our residential property team were available at these three shows, which were open to the public, giving advice to those people wishing to get a foot on the property ladder by participating in shared ownership. If would like to find out more about HomesinHants, how shared ownership works or simply get advice on buying your first property, then call our residential property team on 01256 460830.
Be Inspired
Thursday 1st October 2009
Central 40, Chineham Business Park, Basingstoke, 10.00-6.00pm
Over a thousand delegates visited this business event which hosted 27 ‘how to’ seminars, networking sessions, a keynote presentation from Richard Farleigh (Dragon’s Den) and gave visitors a chance to browse round many business stands. Our legal teams were readily available to talk to delegates and give legal advice and Jonathan Pender ran a workshop about getting best value from your business lawyers.
Recruiting the Right (and Wrong) Staff
Tuesday 16th June at the Ark Conference Centre, Basingstoke, 12.00-2.00pm
Over 50 business people gathered in glorious sunshine at the Ark Conference Centre for an NHCCI lunchtime BBQ event on Tuesday 16th June. Wote St Employment Bureau, in partnership with Phillips Solicitors, highlighted the best ways to recruit or replace staff, the consequences of getting it wrong and offered some strategies to help employers protect their businesses and employ a workforce that complements the company’s ethics.
Recession proofing your business
Hampshire Court Hotel, Tuesday 17th March 2009
The topic on everyone’s mind at this Chamber of Commerce event, presented by Phillips, was how to survive the recession. Around 40 Chamber members and guests packed into the Hampshire Court Hotel on St Patrick’s Day to pick up some tips from Jonathan Pender about surviving the recession and coming out the other end with their business intact. Jonathan’s concluding advice was: ‘Managing cash effectively is the key to helping your business survive the downturn, so take a long hard look at your cash flow, focus on the core products and services that are most profitable and trust your instincts.’
'Shared Ownership Roadshow'
Thursday 12 February 2009, 12.00pm - 7.00pm, at The Red Lion, Basingstoke
Phillips' residential property experts were on hand to give help and advice to members of the public who are interested in exploring shared ownership. Kingfisher Housing Association organised the Roadshow on 12th February which was open to the public. If you would like to see what's involved, you can download our Quick Guide to shared ownership here.
'Employment law seminar'
Thursday 16th October 2008 at The Hampshire Court Hotel
How to handle difficult employees, do the right thing when making redundancies and practical employee management were the themes of two seminars on employment law, delivered by lively London barrister, Alastair Blackwood Hodge. Around 50 HR managers appreciated the legal updates, especially in the uncertain economic climate and were able to discuss particular issues with Phillips' employment law team who were on hand to field questions. The event was sponsored by Reed Specialist.
'Planning for the future'
Thursday 15th May 2008 at The Elvetham
The changing economic climate and its impact on businesses and individuals were the main themes for the last seminar in our series of three called 'Changing Lives'. The seminar started with a 'state of the nation' piece on the credit crunch and its implications for businesses and investors; followed by a question and answer session put to the panel of experts, covering business issues, succession planning, capital gains and the property market. The final part addressed individual plans for the future and ended with a memorable 'role play' twist that resonated with the delegates.
Lunch at The Red Lion with the Chamber of Commerce
Tuesday 20 May 2008
Employing temporary staff and a licence to thrill ...?
Two of our solicitors gave a short presentation each on aspects of employment law that affect businesses and the latest on licensing law.
1. Kelly-Jean Lees, our solicitor specialising in employment law gave an update and some tips for any business employing temporary staff, covering rights, privileges, policies and how to stay on the right side of the law and avoid the employment tribunal.
2. Red cards, yellow cards, three strikes or two? No, it's not football but Melanie Roberts, our solicitor specialising in licensing law, explained what licensees should know about the government's review of the Licensing Act, sanctions, licences and how to evaluate your premises licence, balancing the needs of the community with your business objectives.
'Protecting you and your growing family'
Thursday 6th March 2008 at The Elvetham
Delegates at this second seminar, in our Changing Lives series of three, enjoyed the dynamic panel format made up of experts from Phillips, Baker Tilly and Clydesdale Bank and gave in–depth advice to help delegates plan for the 'expected' life changes and protect families from the 'unexpected' ones. Key topics covered:
- Wealth planning, tax–free savings, education fees planning, key stages of cash flow, debt management
- Tax efficient growth and ownership of assets, use of trusts, borrowing
- Protection against relationship breakdown and asset splitting, management of affairs if it all goes wrong
'Property Decisions' the first in the series of three seminars called 'Changing Lives'
Thursday 20th September at The Elvetham
Over fifty delegates discovered how to best take advantage of their private and business properties in a seminar hosted by Phillips Solicitors, Baker Tilly and Clydesdale Bank. This first in our series of three seminars took place at the stunning venue, The Elvetham, Hartley Wintney on 20th September 2007. Each seminar focuses on a different aspect to help individuals manage their wealth throughout their lives.
'How to keep the family silver from the tax man!'
Monday June 11th in Sherborne St John Village Hall at 7.30
Local residents of Sherborne St John enjoyed a short, hilarious 'role play' on how to leave your affairs in good order. Mr and Mrs Moneybags, a nightmare couple, arrived for a meeting with the wills and probate team, who presented some solutions to their financial affairs in the most entertaining way! Guests at the local event enjoyed the wine, the presentation and a summer's evening together, taking home with them a pack of useful information.
The Real Deal – Maximising the value of your business
Thursday 19th April at the stunning venue, The Elvetham, 3.45pm – 6.30pm
Around 70 business owners and local entrepreneurs learned how to increase and realise the value of their business during a dynamic seminar at The Elvetham, hosted by professional advisers from Phillips Solicitors, Tenon and Lloyds TSB Corporate Markets.
Delegates were treated to 'the big picture', whilst benefiting from detailed professional advice from each of the principal parties involved in a deal – banks, accountants and lawyers. Tenon, provided important insights into planning effectively for succession, business grooming and how to realise value. Lloyds TSB outlined what banks look for in a good business deal and how to get your hands on the money. Jonathan Pender, partner at Phillips Solicitors, discussed the whole process and emphasised that the earlier businessmen start a dialogue with professionals, the more likely it is that the deal will succeed.
Adding a real life experience of having achieved a great business sale, John Worboys, CEO and founder of FPS plc, captivated the business audience with his account of how he built and sold his business £17.5m.
Top London Barrister livens up the local business community
Thursday 22nd March 2007 at The Ark Conference Centre
Nearly fifty delegates attended two short, dynamic seminars on the intricacies of employment law at The Ark Conference Centre on 22 March. Phillips Solicitors and Reed Employment hosted the talks, given by Alastair Blackwood Hodge, a top London Barrister with a great sense of humour. Representatives from the local business community were brought up to date on the everyday contractual and regulatory issues that affect their businesses. Employment legislation is changing all the time and is fast becoming the greatest area of risk of claims for employers so the delegates were keen to ensure that their employment practices comply with the new laws.
Alastair, pictured in the middle, gave a lively presentation covering aspects of age discrimination, responsibilities for maternity leave, flexible working, and gave an update on the newest employment laws.
For help with any aspect of employment law, call Gill Brown at Phillips on 01256 854605.
'Mistresses and Concubines'
A breakfast 'round table' on Thursday 30th November 2006
Accountants, tax specialists and financial advisers enjoyed a lively breakfast 'round table' hosted by Ann Corrigan and Karin Cox–Putker, two of our solicitors and mediators from the family law team. They unlocked the myths of living together and pointed out the traps that lie in wait for unwary couples who choose to live together without being married. And of course, Ann and Karin were able to offer some solutions.
If you would like a copy of the handout notes, email Pam Whittle here
Home Information Packs (HIPs)
Two seminars on Wednesday 29th March 2006 at 11.30 – 1.30pm and 4.30 – 6.30pm
Business alliances in and around Basingstoke were invited to attend one of two seminars on 29th March which majored on highly interactive discussion and answers to the big questions surrounding the implementation of Home Information Packs (HIPs).
These are being piloted this year and are due to come into force from June 2007. Phillips offered a flexible “pick‘n'mix” solution to estate agents, surveyors, mortgage brokers, lenders and solicitors who enjoyed wine and refreshments after each two–hour session.
Options06 – a careers event on Tuesday 14th March 2006
As part of the strengthening of our community links, six members of Phillips’ staff took part in Basingstoke’s careers event designed to help young people kick start their careers. Representing the legal profession, we aimed to inform and inspire 800 young people from over 11 schools in and around Basingstoke. The event was organised by Basingstoke and Deane and included many other professions, agencies and businesses offering careers advice. Andy Craig from Meridian TV opened the event which attracted much media coverage.
20 years' celebration, 1st March 2006
Phillips celebrated 20 years of leading the legal scene in Basingstoke and providing top class advice to our business and private clients. The celebrations for invited clients, business colleagues and old friends were held in our newly refurbished premises in the listed building next door at no.36.
