Legally Sound with Richard Reed

In this episode, Sarah Reid is joined by Annaliese Barber, Director and Head of Richard Reed Solicitors’ Wills, Trusts, Probate and Court of Protection Department, and Helena Dar, Wills, Trusts and Probate Solicitor at Richard Reed Solicitors. Together, they cut through the jargon and walk through what actually happens when someone dies, what the law requires, and how to navigate the process witho...

Welcome to Legally Sound with Richard Reed, the podcast that simplifies the law and explores how it affects our daily lives.  In this episode, Sarah Reid is joined by Employment Law & Dispute Resolution Associate Solicitor Kat Moody and Founder and CEO of Inspired HR, Nikki Masterman.  Together, they break down the Employment Rights Act 2025 and its staged rollout across 2026 and 2027 – one of...

Welcome to Legally Sound with Richard Reed, the podcast that simplifies the law and explores how it affects our daily lives. In this important and sensitive episode, we’re raising awareness of domestic abuse, looking at what it really means, the legal protections available, and how community support can help people take those first steps towards safety and recovery. We’re joined by Matthew Lockey,...

Welcome to Legally Sound with Richard Reed, the podcast that simplifies the law and explores how it affects our daily lives. In this episode, we are joined by Annaliese Barber, a Director at Richard Reed, qualified solicitor, Notary Public, and Head of the firm's Wills, Trusts, Probate & Court of Protection Department. We're also delighted to welcome Kay Carrick, Development Team Manager at St...

Welcome to Legally Sound with Richard Reed, the podcast that simplifies the law and explores how it affects our daily lives. In this episode, Sarah Reid is joined by Matthew Lockey and Debra Taylor from the Family Law team at Richard Reed Solicitors for an insightful discussion on the legal differences between cohabiting and married couples. With more couples choosing to live together without tyin...

Welcome to Legally Sound with Richard Reed, the podcast that simplifies the law and explores how it affects our daily lives. In this episode, Sarah Reid is joined by Phil Moir and Lewis Cassap from Richard Reed Solicitors, along with Stephen Hope from Stephen Hope Wealth Management. Together, they discuss the critical importance of having a shareholder agreement in place for any business. Despite...

Welcome to Legally Sound with Richard Reed, the podcast that simplifies the law and explores how it affects our daily lives. In this episode, Sarah Reid is joined by Steven Douglas and Nicola Bennell from Richard Reed Solicitors, and Graham Hickey from First Finance Group, to decode the confusing legal and financial jargon around buying and selling a home. Whether you’re a first-time buyer or an e...

Welcome to Legally Sound with Richard Reed, the podcast that simplifies the law and explores how it affects our daily lives. In this episode, Sarah Reid is joined by legal expert Amy Orange to discuss the intricacies of family law, focusing on special guardianship. They explore the differences between public and private law proceedings, the definition and purpose of special guardianship orders, an...

Welcome to Legally Sound with Richard Reed, the podcast that simplifies the law and explores how it affects our daily lives. In this episode, Sarah Reid is joined by legal expert Kat Moody, and Founder and CEO of Inspired HR, Nikki Masterman. Together, they’re discussing one of the most significant developments in UK employment law in recent years, the introduction of the Employment Rights Bill. T...

Welcome to Legally Sound with Richard Reed, the podcast that simplifies the law and explores how it affects our daily lives. In this episode, Sarah Reid is joined by legal expert Jonny Cockayne and the community outreach officer from St Cuthbert’s Hospice, Louise Johnson. Sarah, Jonny, and Louise discuss the importance of Lasting Powers of Attorney (LPA). They explore what LPAs are, the different...

Welcome to Legally Sound with Richard Reed, the podcast that simplifies the law and explores how it affects our daily lives. In this episode, Sarah Reid is joined by legal expert Matthew Lockey to discuss family law, looking at divorce and finances specifically. Divorce is difficult to navigate. When emotions are high and communication becomes strained, even the most practical decisions can feel o...

Welcome to Legally Sound with Richard Reed, the podcast that simplifies the law and explores how it affects our daily lives. In this episode, Sarah Reid is joined by legal expert Kat Moody to discuss recent changes in employment law, with a particular focus on sexual harassment in the workplace. The government has committed to making workplaces safer, and a key part of this involves strengthening...

Welcome to Legally Sound with Richard Reed, the podcast that simplifies the law and explores how it affects our daily lives. In this episode, host Sarah Reid is joined by legal expert Annaliese Barber. Annaliese is a Director at Richard Reed, a qualified solicitor, Notary Public, and Head of the firm’s Wills, Trusts, Probate & Court of Protection Department. Today, we’re tackling a subject tha...

Welcome to Legally Sound with Richard Reed, the podcast that simplifies the law and explores how it affects our daily lives. In this episode, Sarah Reid is joined by legal experts Nicola Bennell and Hannah Parton for a practical discussion on buying your first home. Purchasing a property is one of the biggest financial decisions you'll ever make, and it can feel overwhelming if you're doing it for...

Welcome to Legally Sound with Richard Reed, the podcast that simplifies the law and explores how it affects our daily lives. In this episode, Sarah Reid is joined by legal experts Phil Moir and Kat Moody to break down the Housing Act and discuss the 2025 changes to the Renters Bill. If you're a landlord, tenant, or someone interested in property law, this episode is packed with valuable insights o...

Welcome to Legally Sound with Richard Reed – the podcast where we dive into the intricacies of the law and uncover how the justice system impacts our daily lives. Join us as we break down complex legal topics with the help of experienced legal professionals, making the world of law easier to understand and navigate. From family law to employment law, we’ll explore issues that touch everyone at som...