All Law Gazette articles in 13 January 2020
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NewsSolicitors fined for ‘cavalier’ approach to accounts
Two solicitors must pay almost £40,000 in fines and legal costs between them.
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NewsMoJ starts compensating part-time judges denied pensions
Department faces estimated £750m bill, according to last year’s annual report.
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NewsLegal policy expert recognised in New Year honours
Professor Julia Black has been a key advocate of reform of legal education and training.
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News£4k bar scholarship eyes trainee solicitors
Social mobility scheme will be open to aspiring solicitors as well as barristers this year.
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NewsCouncil ABS ‘on course’ to return to black
Cambridgeshire is one of three local authorities behind LGSS Law.
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OpinionThere may be trouble ahead
Is it realistic to expect Johnson’s administration suddenly to embrace pluralism and consensus on the back of December’s emphatic election victory?
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NewsWomen partner numbers up at City firms
Norton Rose Fulbright promotes 53 partners globally, with female lawyers making up 42%.
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NewsStreetwise stipes clubbing together
London magistrates liked their clubs, making sure their lists finished by 12.30.
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NewsNews focus: Two commissions promised in Queen’s speech
Commissions looking into criminal justice and the role of the Supreme Court look set to be the most controversial aspects of the newly elected government’s legislative programme.
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NewsFirms lacking investigation cover ‘dangerously exposed’
Research suggests many firms without enough insurance would face ruin if hauled before disciplinary tribunal.
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FeatureProtecting your funds from cybercriminals
How to handle everyday IT challenges in your legal business
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OpinionEyes down for a full house
Bingo Capitalism: the Law and Political Economy of Everyday Gambling | Kate Bedford
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OpinionPortal gives insurers nowhere to hide
Insurers must ensure people can bring claims directly and be dealt with fairly - or the industry’s reputation will suffer.
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FeatureHow to: Tackle succession planning
Contemplating your own professional mortality can be uncomfortable, hears Marialuisa Taddia. But the rise of the ‘zombie’ law firm shows it is never too early to start thinking about what comes next.
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