Legal services

How Trenches Law’s restructuring enhances legal support services

From consolidated expertise and more cost-effective legal counsel to greater speed and accessibility of services, read how Trenches Law’s recent restructuring ensures better outcomes for our clients.

Sharon McDermott interviewed by Law Society Gazette

Boasting over 20 years experience in roles spanning sales, procurement, wholesale, retail and the public sector, Sharon McDermott boasts a vast and varied career portfolio. In her recent interview with The Law Society Gazette, she reveals more about the steps that led to her success as co-founder and managing director of Trenches Law. Here’s the full write-up, in case you missed the original…

Trenches Law’s 14 highlights from 2023

As we bid farewell to 2023, Trenches Law takes a moment to reflect on the milestones and successes that have defined our journey over the past year. From empowering the next generation to advancing in legal consultation, to new appointments, industry recognition, and fostering community connections, join us as we revisit some of the key moments that have shaped our path.

Trenches Wayleave Ltd granted Code powers to boost digital infrastructure in MDU and MBUs

Trenches Wayleave Ltd (Trenches Law), specialist in wayleave agreements for electronic communications networks, has been granted Code powers from Ofcom under section 106(4)(b) of the Communications Act 2003 (the Act).

Trenches Law appoints Simon Burckhardt as non-executive director

Leading telecoms law specialist Trenches Law has announced the strategic hire of a new non-executive director, as the firm furthers its ambitions to bridge the UK’s digital divide in Multi-Dwelling Units (MDUs). The news of the significant addition to the business’ leadership team comes just days after its Code powers consultation with Ofcom was released.

Bespoke wayleave training empowers altnet’s full fibre deployment in MDUs

Multi-layered and increasingly complex to navigate, even the savviest of UK altnets don’t utilise the full potential of their Code powers — hindering their ability to negotiate effectively and overcome obstacles hampering network deployment. Explore how our personalised wayleave training and legal counsel enabled community-led altnet Lightning Fibre to overcome challenges with unresponsive landlords and accelerate their full fibre installations in MDUs with ease…

Work experience at Trenches Law offers a gateway to legal career opportunities

Proud to be at the forefront of the ever-evolving telecoms industry, it’s always a delight to welcome next-generation talent through our doors at Trenches Law. From German exchange students to local further and higher education pupils, we’ve offered a variety of young talent a deep dive into the intricate worlds of commercial and telecoms law over the years. And last month, we helped another duo from Salesian College explore their horizons. See what they got up to at HQ…

15 game-changing milestones in Trenches Law’s sixth year

It’s a time of celebration here at Trenches Law, as we mark our sixth year in the telecoms law industry. While we reflect on the milestones we’ve achieved, the exceptional talent we’ve brought on board, and the valuable partnerships we’ve formed, we are filled with gratitude for the journey so far, and eager anticipation for what’s to come.

Connecting with… Rebecca Short

Get to know more about Rebecca Short, one of our wayleave officers here at Trenches Law — including her highlights at the business, how she loves going for walks with her dog Geoffrey, and why building relationships with managing agents and freeholders makes her feel so fulfilled.

Connecting with… Sonja Momchilovikj

In this month’s employee spotlight, we’re learning more about one of our wayleave officers, Sonja Momchilovikj — who currently operates overseas in Macedonia.