In this latest episode of LodPod, the podcast from Lodders Solicitors, we shine a light on the Lodders Charitable Foundation. We launched our charitable foundation in 2016 with the aim of supporting smaller regional charities where a real difference can be made – something that reflects Lodders’ longstanding commitment to the community.

In this episode, we talk to David Lodder – chairman of the charitable foundation, and Mark Lewis – head of charity law here at Lodders to find out more about how and why we set up the foundation - and give some practical advice to other businesses that might be interested in setting up their own charitable foundation.

We also talk to Marie Ashford of Home-Start South Warwickshire, one of the wonderful charities that has been supported by the Lodders Charitable Foundation.

In this episode of LodPod, we will be discussing what apprenticeships look like in professional services and the routes into law. Zoe Ireland, paralegal, and Charlotte Green, solicitor apprentice, talk about their journeys into law so far and the steps they will take to qualify.

In this episode, we take a look into how family assets can be protected.  Vivienne Middleton and Justin Creed, specialists in our family team discuss the advantages and disadvantages of pre-nuptial and post-nuptial agreements, the common myth of common-law spouses, and steps to protect the Bank of Mum and Dad.

In this episode, we explore the right to roam on Dartmoor National Park, one of the largest open spaces in England. Expert speaker, Alastair Frew, a partner in our Real Estate group, talks about the recent changes made to the public access of Dartmoor and the legal framework of the right to roam in the UK. Whether you're a seasoned hiker, a casual nature lover, or a land owner, this episode is perfect for individuals who want to learn more about the unique challenges that can arise when owning or using public land. We believe that our listeners will find the discussion with Alastair engaging and informative.