Comment and opinion – Page 61
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The true cost of billable hours to the profession
Profession risks losing diverse, innovative and precious human capital if we do not look at alternative measures.
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Data about me isn’t necessarily 'my' data
The Supreme Court’s ruling in Lloyd v Google may provide a line in the sand - but will not be popular.
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Should a law school be named after a genocidal judge?
Hastings College of Law is named after Serranus Hastings, who promoted and financed 'Indian-hunting' expeditions during the Gold Rush.
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Priced out of the market
The big takeaway from Pure Legal and Hampson Hughes going to the wall may be that lenders are going to demand much more of firms before parting with cash.
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JR: Why Lord Neuberger was wrong
Two years on, the Supreme Court’s prorogation judgment continues to inspire discussion - and mythmaking.
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Mother in law: Stop the clocks
Diary of a busy practitioner, juggling work and family somewhere in England.
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How lawyers can work together to help those in need
At its best, the justice system can work to protect the vulnerable and give them a voice in the face of overwhelming opposition or persecution.
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The drive for net zero
Climate change is no longer just the preserve of environmental lawyers.
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Pride is over, but we can still have pride
Some firms have excellent LGBT+ networks, but cultural change across the legal sector is moving at a glacial pace.
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Pro bono matters
More and more individuals need help to deal with all manner of legal issues - from denial of benefits claims to immigration applications and private disputes.
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Lawyers to the barricades
The reputation of the profession is at stake where lawyers are identified with their clients’ interests. The Law Society must protect us against unjustified attack.
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The next generation of lawyers can help the most vulnerable in society
Our vision is for a country where legal capability is spread throughout our society.
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Leading from the front on family court transparency
Sir Andrew McFarlane's plans should increase public confidence without reducing confidentiality.
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Do-gooders doing good
So many solicitors do so much pro bono – but the public never hears about them.
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Raab’s plans to overhaul the Human Rights Act make no sense
Take it from a human rights lawyer.
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Online anonymity: be careful what you wish for
Top media lawyers are sceptical about requiring proofs of identity - perhaps the government should listen.