http://www.gordondadds.comLatest content from gdadds.en-gbhttp://www.gordondadds.com/redirect.aspx?module=3&doc=0:38176&tid=rsshttp://www.gordondadds.com/redirect.aspx?module=3&doc=0:38176&tid=rssFri, 21 Nov 2008 16:18:39 GMT You can access our Terms of Business in the menu on the left hand side or by clicking the link below. For some types of work, typically property and commercial transactions, we will work to a fixed fee. In other cases we work to an hourly rate, depending on a number of factors which are described in more detail in the terms of business.  Partners are charged at rates between £385 and £320, associates and assistants between £275 and £185 and trainees/paralegals between £125 and £140. We always discuss and agree fees with clients before starting work on any assignment.This section contains our terms of business - the basis upon which we charge for our professional services. Please read it carefully, and ask us if there is anything in it which you do not understand.   http://www.gordondadds.com/redirect.aspx?module=3&doc=0:43125&tid=rsshttp://www.gordondadds.com/redirect.aspx?module=3&doc=0:43125&tid=rssFri, 11 Dec 2009 12:23:09 GMT Areas of Practice: Company and Commercial, Employment Tel: +44 (0)20 7493 6151 Email: Xuan Pollard Xuan is a Partner in the Company/Commercial Department. Career/background/education Kingston University. Xuan qualified in 1996 having trained at Fladgate Fielder. Xuan joined the firm in 2009 from Richard Freeman & Co in Chelsea where she was a partner. Expertise/work Xuan has a wealth of Corporate and Company experience particularly in the leisure, retail and services industries acting for a variety both UK and International clients with a particular emphasis on French speaking clients.  She provides expert advice on company and group structures and reorganisations. She has considerable experience with private company acquisitions sales and mergers often with cross border elements.  On the commercial side, Xuan has advised on many agency, distribution and consultancy agreements including procurement and licensing arrangements. Xuan also acts as in-house lawyer to a human resources outsourcing and administration support group of companies where she attends twice a month. Leisure/personal Xuan is married with three children. ...http://www.gordondadds.com/redirect.aspx?module=3&doc=0:40019&tid=rsshttp://www.gordondadds.com/redirect.aspx?module=3&doc=0:40019&tid=rssWed, 19 Nov 2008 15:39:47 GMT   Areas of Practice: Litigation and Dispute Resolution Department Telephone: +44 (0)20 7493 6151 Email: Max Robinson Max is an assistant solicitor in the Litigation and Dispute Resolution Department. Career/background/education Max attended Oxford Brookes University where he read International Business Management (BA Hons) before completing the Graduate Diploma in Law at the same institution. He then went on to complete the Legal Practice Course at the Oxford Institute of Legal Practice, passing with a distinction. Max joined Gordon Dadds as a trainee in September 2008. Expertise/work Max has had exposure to a variety of work that is carried out throughout the firm. Leisure/personal Max enjoys all sorts of sport, including cricket, horse racing and tennis. He also enjoys travelling and trying to improve his rusty language skills. http://www.gordondadds.com/redirect.aspx?module=3&doc=0:38266&tid=rsshttp://www.gordondadds.com/redirect.aspx?module=3&doc=0:38266&tid=rssMon, 05 Jan 2009 12:27:55 GMT Please contact any of us on the areas listed below, or on any other family law matter. David Ruck - Partner Anna Wagstaff - Partner Fiona Forsyth - Associate http://www.gordondadds.com/redirect.aspx?module=3&doc=0:40571&tid=rsshttp://www.gordondadds.com/redirect.aspx?module=3&doc=0:40571&tid=rssThu, 22 Jan 2009 16:30:54 GMT Our experienced team can assist with the following:- Wills Inheritance Tax Planning International Tax Matters Probate and Estate Administration Trust and administration Advance Declarations Lasting Powers of Attorney, General Powers of Attorney and Registration of Enduring Powers of Attorney Deputyships The Team: Roger Peters - Partner David Semmens - Partner Michael Tussaud - Partner Katherine Carroll - Solicitor Alexandra Mackenzie Smith - Solicitor  Articles/Factsheets: Downloads A Guide to Probate & Estate Administration Lasting Power of Attorney Factsheet  Why Make a Will Factsheet Will Questionnaire Family Affairs Checklist http://www.gordondadds.com/redirect.aspx?module=3&doc=0:39834&tid=rsshttp://www.gordondadds.com/redirect.aspx?module=3&doc=0:39834&tid=rssMon, 27 Oct 2008 13:15:45 GMTSaving the Family Silver - being held at 6.00pm on Thursday 16 September 2010http://www.gordondadds.com/redirect.aspx?module=0&id=0:54349&tid=rsshttp://www.gordondadds.com/redirect.aspx?module=0&id=0:54349&tid=rsshttp://www.gordondadds.com/Files/GDA/JPG/A/A/A/xuan_pollard_small_17697_1.jpghttp://www.gordondadds.com/redirect.aspx?module=0&id=0:54349&tid=rss10193Fri, 11 Dec 2009 12:20:17 GMThttp://www.gordondadds.com/redirect.aspx?module=3&doc=0:40012&tid=rsshttp://www.gordondadds.com/redirect.aspx?module=3&doc=0:40012&tid=rssTue, 18 Nov 2008 15:14:28 GMT Areas of Practice: Tax and Estate Planning, Wills and Trusts, Probate, Property Tel: +44 (0)20 7493 6151 Email: David Semmens David is head of the private client department. Career/background/education BA in History from London University. Qualified in 1979. Formed his own firm in 1981. Following a series of mergers he eventually became a partner in a large City practice in 2004. He joined Gordon Dadds as a partner in 2008. Expertise/work David advises on all aspects of private client work including trusts, estate planning, wills, on and offshore tax planning, the administration of estates and property. Leisure/personal Married with three children. David enjoys gardening, music and supporting both Cornish Pirates RFC  and Plymouth Argyle. Articles Telegraph – 21.11.09 “How to banish inheritance tax by minding your own business” by David Semmens - View Article The Times - 18.09.2007 “Why Inheritance Tax is an unjust burden” by David Semmens The Times – 25.10.2005 “Where there’s no will, only lawyers win“ by David Semmens http://www.gordondadds.com/redirect.aspx?module=1&news=0:45705&tid=rsshttp://www.gordondadds.com/redirect.aspx?module=1&news=0:45705&tid=rssMon, 02 Aug 2010 11:41:06 GMTThe partners of Gordon Dadds are delighted to announce that Xuan Pollard, an associate in the Company Commercial Department, joined the partnership on 1 August 2010.