All Law Gazette articles in 11 September 2017
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NewsNews focus: Making justice colour-blind
David Lammy’s review of BAME people in the criminal justice system lists urgent problems and achievable solutions. But is there the appetite – or money – for far-reaching reform?
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OpinionBOOK REVIEW: Tackling elder abuse
Financial Abuse of Older Clients: Law, Practice and Prevention
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OpinionBOOK REVIEW: Being Simon Haines
First steps for young professionals - and solicitor become author.
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FeatureFeel the Bern
Switzerland remains the largest offshore centre, but it is a tough market to crack for international firms.
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OpinionKeep calm: it's only corporate finance
As portfolio deals become more popular, law firms backed by third-party funders will gain an edge over rivals.
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OpinionChanging platforms
Most consumers are not yet prepared to instruct a solicitor online, but over time the appeal of digital platforms is certain to grow.
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FeatureLocal government: Scrutinising councillor conduct
Holders of public office must be publicly accountable for their decisions and actions and able to submit to scrutiny.
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FeatureConveyancing: Home truths
Conveyancers are generally upbeat, though pressure on fees, demanding clients and cyber fraud all present urgent challenges. The Gazette’s latest roundtable.
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NewsCourt lift fault hits disabled solicitor's work
More accounts of crumbling courts across England and Wales reach the newsdesk.
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NewsPen pally
On the topic of satisfied clients, what is the nicest letter you have ever received? Neil McCormick of Somerset gets the ball rolling with a missive (from a well-known actress) saying: ‘Your letter was so clear I can’t believe it was written by a lawyer.’ ‘I have attempted to live ...
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News'Can you hear me?' Survey highlights video-link failures
Charity Transform Justice is gathering evidence on virtual hearings.
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NewsThanks a bundle! 2,000 pages of 'largely irrelevant' trial papers infuriate judge
Litigants told they can expect cost penalties if lengthy bundles hold up the justice process.