Legacy system
Reforms to drag centuries-old legislation governing wills into the digital age are overdue as probate disputes soar. Rachel Rothwell reports.
Rewriting the rules of engagement
As generative AI disrupts traditional legal marketing, what can firms do to make sure that their unique expertise is recognised?
Fallout from US ruling on 'addiction'
Social media.
Climate guidance embraces nature-loss risks
Environment.
Class actions – an existential threat
Group litigation.
Mazur’s watching brief
I asked a well-known solicitor toiling at a regional full-service firm how the Court of Appeal’s landmark decision in Mazur (In Focus, p8-9) has been interpreted in the ‘boardroom’.
Best of the blogs -11 April 2026
Missed our blogs this week? Here’s our top five…
Mother in Law: The screen time debate
Diary of a busy practitioner, somewhere in England.
Signing your name away
Learning from Estée Lauder’s claim against the founder of Jo Malone.
English law in an uncertain world
New report analyses what has made English law so durable and economically successful, with recommendations to make it more so.
News focus
Mazur: 'Common-sense' judgment brings relief – but what will 'supervision' now require?
The Court of Appeal has brought much-needed clarity to the conduct of litigation by restoring the principle of delegation. But law firms will still need to revisit their oversight procedures.
Travel
New year, new energy: Top destinations to unwind
January invites us to start the year with intention. Whether it’s sunshine, spa time, or simply a change of scenery, you can now book restorative travel experiences in 2026 and beyond!
Hidden holiday gems: Unique destinations to discover
Whether you’re dreaming of twinkling Christmas markets, a sunny New Year’s getaway, or a quiet winter retreat closer to home, utc.travel helps you make more of your time off and spend less doing it.
The rise of travel as a wellness benefit: Why time off isn’t enough
The modern workforce faces unprecedented levels of stress, burnout, and disengagement. While traditional 'time off' once promised recovery, it’s no longer enough. A recent Robert Walters study (2025) found that over half of UK professionals check work emails while on holiday, undermining the very purpose of their break. True wellness ...
Navigating the turbulent seas of globalism
Kevin McVeigh reviews 'The International Law of Economic Integration'.
Reaching across the divide
Michael Mansfield KC reviews 'How do we even talk about Palestine and Israel? One group's experience in unspoken territory'.
A doomed teenager who changed the course of justice
David Pickup reviews 'Failed Justice: the Craig and Bentley Case Revisited'.
From Kiszko to Dando – cases that went wrong
The World’s Biggest Miscarriages of Justice: When Justice Fails
Reverse MIDAS touch?
Sally Azarmi reviews 'Outsourcing Crimmigration Control'.
