All Law Gazette articles in 4 December 2017 – Page 4
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Feature
Sex, texts and disclosure
Jessica Parker discusses the reasons behind disclosure failures in criminal proceedings in light of the Liam Allan case.
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News
Businesses fear rise in 'vexatious' tribunal claims
Just one in 10 businesses believes the Supreme Court ruling will have no serious impact.
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News
Lammy dismayed as government rejects BAME judicial targets
Lord chancellor commits to working towards all recommendations, but there appears to be inaction on some elements.
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News
Lawyers shun idea of compulsory mediation
Litigation experts also dismiss proposal of greater costs penalties for those who want to go through court.
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News
PI clampdown continues as police target cold-call offices
Claims management regulator involved in raids on properties in the Nottingham area.
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News
Heavy jail terms for Turkey's arrested lawyers
Concern at convictions for downloading communications encryption app.
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News
Ombudsman sounds warning over freelance solicitor plan
SRA warned by complaint handler that consumers may be less protected after plans are introduced.
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News
Conveyancers call for digital efforts to improve home buying process
Government urged to set up website helping public to understand what to look for in a conveyancing fim.
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Opinion
When the Gothas hit Chancery lane
100 years ago this week, legal London was on the front line of a world war.
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News
Five solicitors granted silk as names start to emerge
QC list for 2018 includes fives solicitors, Gazette understands.
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News
City firm publishes hourly rates in 'transparency' drive
Humphries Kerstetter says decision to be open on fees stemmed from competition authority recommendations.
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Opinion
"My firm (mid-size City) is open to the idea of allowing me the flexibility to be a school governor, but I need to make a business case. Can you advise?"
“I am five years PQE and think some governance experience would be good for me. My firm (mid-size City) is open to the idea of allowing me the flexibility to be a school governor, but I need to make the business case. Can you advise?” Louise ...
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News
Barrister suspended for giving client money 'for food'
Roy Headlam failed to maintain independence, tribunal rules.
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News
Government clarifies legal aid safety net record
Cases eligible for exceptional funding would not be ineligible under the regular scheme.
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News
Brexit: UK legal services could be left ‘high and dry’, Society warns
Chancery Lane sounds alarm over Canada-style free trade pact - which could require British lawyers wanting to practise in EU countries to live there and seek admission to local bars.
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News
Law students take aim at miscarriages of justice
Manchester’s Miscarriages of Justice Review Centre links students with lawyers to try and appeal sentences.