A Day in the Life of an Insolvency Practitioner – Lawrence King

A Day in the Life of an Insolvency Practitioner – Lawrence King
Why I Became an Insolvency Practitioner and what a typical day at the office looks like.
We are often asked ‘What is the difference between a Compulsory Liquidation and a Creditors’ Voluntary Liquidation (CVL)?’

What is the difference between a Compulsory Liquidation and a Creditors’ Voluntary Liquidation (CVL)?
Compulsory Liquidations due to HMRC Winding-up Petitions have doubled in 2023. Always take advice early. If Liquidation is unavoidable, a CVL is often the better choice.
10 tips to help with Debt Recovery

10 tips to help with Debt Recovery
Late payments can severely disrupt a business’s operations, and can even lead to insolvency. An effective debt recovery policy is a must.
Over 6,000 Licensed Premises closed in the UK during 2023, and the trend is continuing into 2024.

Over 6,000 Licensed Premises closed in the UK during 2023, and the trend is continuing into 2024.
UK Hospitality is calling for 3 Key actions to support the hospitality industry. But how can Insolvency Practitioners help already struggling businesses?
The Government is continuing with its hard line against Bounce Back Loan (BBL) fraud and misuse

The Government is continuing with its hard line against Bounce Back Loan (BBL) fraud and misuse
Suspended prison sentence and £10,000 repayment compensation order for businessman
Creditors Voluntary Liquidations (“CVL”) grew by 9% in 2023, reaching the highest figure since records began. What are the advantages of a CVL?

What are the Advantages of a Creditors Voluntary Liquidation (“CVL”)?
With record levels of CVLs in 2023, it is worth knowing that there is more to a CVL than the removal of creditor pressure, the prevention of legal action and the clearing of unsecured debt. Plus, a CVL does not necessarily mean a director will never work again.
The Key Signs of Financial Distress

The Key Signs of Financial Distress
We always say taking early action is vital, but directors must know what to look for first.
Mental Health and Insolvency

Mental Health and Insolvency
Stephen Evans from our London Office joins Elaine Wilkins as a Mental Health First Aider.
What can Directors do if they receive a Winding Up Petition?

What can Directors do if they receive a Winding Up Petition?
In this article, we look at the processes involved in a Winding Up Petition being served and what happens when one is. The key thing is to take professional advice and then take swift action.
Judge orders director of gift company to repay £43,500 via a Compensation Order for a falsely obtained Bounce Back Loan (BBL)

Judge orders director of gift company to repay £43,500 via a Compensation Order for a falsely obtained Bounce Back Loan (BBL)
But what can directors who legitimately took out a BBL do if they cannot repay?