All articles by Christopher Digby-Bell
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Opinion
Law Society modernisation
Strong leadership is needed. But with the president holding no real power under the present constitution, we are stymied.
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Opinion
Brexit: expensive principles
An early general election is now very likely, creating further uncertainty and curtailing business activity.
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Opinion
Who wants big government?
If the Law Society wants to improve its decision-making it should reduce the size of its council, not add an extra layer of government.
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Deciding who is fit to serve
For the Law Society to engage more fully with its membership it should revive the right for members – rather than council – to vote for president.
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Opinion
Baker Small: telling tweets
Twitter episode shines a light on the reasons why parents of disabled children describe life as a constant battle.
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Opinion
Where are the role models?
I would have a go at those successful women who have pulled up the ladder behind them.
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Opinion
General counsel: not just The Godfather
But in the FTSE 250 only 23 companies have a lawyer on their boards.
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Opinion
Democratic deficit
It is time for a radical rethink if the Law Society is going to have any hope of retaining its present role as defender of the faith of the profession.
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Opinion
Solicitors fighting a losing battle?
Planned contract changes affecting doctors generated headlines. Where is the support for embattled lawyers?
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Next Jen training
Those training lawyers may learn something from the world of American football.
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Chilcot delay denies justice
Are lawyers in danger of being criticised in the long-overdue report?
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Chilcot poser
Politicians who want to see passages of draft Chilcot inquiry have double standards on access to justice.