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1. Introduction Retirement from a GP partnership is an inevitability for all GP Partners, and it is a legally sensitive event for both the outgoing partner and the continuing partners. Without a properly drafted deed of retirement, your Partnership may be exposed to unnecessary risk, particularly where there is no partnership agreement in place (or where an existing partnership agreement is outdated). This article outlines…

by Lisa Nabou, Consultant Solicitor at BMA Law I have received various requests recently to help a range of doctors prepare for inquests. Their statements have been filed already and they contact BMA Law looking for additional support in the weeks (sometimes days) before the inquest takes place. They feel anxious and overwhelmed, they worry over the "what ifs" and all seem to want reassurance…

by Daniel Jones Brief context: GP practice mergers are becoming increasingly common due to pressures on NHS resources and workforce challenges. While mergers offer many benefits, they can fail to deliver if key legal, operational, and cultural risks are not managed early on.   Pitfall 1: No Updated Partnership Agreement Post-Merger When GP practices merge, it is not uncommon for the Partners to continue under…

by Hannah Clarkson I had the pleasure of attending the BMA’s Annual Representative Meeting (ARM) recently, where I hosted a Wills clinic on behalf of BMA Law. It was a real privilege to meet so many medical professionals in person and to offer guidance on a subject that’s often put to one side: writing a Will. Thank you to everyone who stopped by — your…