All Comment articles – Page 17
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OpinionPost Office scandal: Complexities of referring cases back to court
It is imperative that we balance accuracy, thoroughness and haste when investigating potential miscarriages of justice.
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OpinionTwelve far-from-angry people
The justice system may be creaking, but at least one part isn't broken.
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OpinionAs an Albanian-born lawyer, I want to change the narrative on my nation
Being in the law gives me a platform to address some of the negative stereotypes around Albania.
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OpinionSusskind’s moonshot is worth a try
A national institute for legal innovation would take on a daunting task, but that’s the whole idea.
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OpinionSupporting non-binary people in the legal industry
LGBTQIA+ experiences are more entwined than is often acknowledged. Law firms need to provide for all.
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OpinionMost legal 'consumers' are happy. Why aren’t consumer watchdogs?
Perhaps clients choose not to shop around because they don’t want to.
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OpinionLaw tech: cutting through the noise
There is a clear need for a bridge between the legal profession and technology providers.
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OpinionWhy your firm needs a finance director
And why environmental, social, and governance (ESG) is likely to be their responsibility.
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OpinionDigital assets: already a new kind of 'thing'
The Law Commission’s proposals to protect a ‘third category’ in property law are commendably modest.
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OpinionPutting in the fix
Fixed recoverable costs – these reforms are hugely flawed but our time to be heard is running out.
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OpinionThe Jewish community's 'submerged' contribution to cricket
One barrister’s love of cricket and commitment to telling its story shows how the game might face up to and tackle its record on discrimination.
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OpinionEnhancing and advancing the role of Muslim lawyers
Creating a faith-friendly workplace requires employers to be aware of the needs of their Muslim employees.
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OpinionWhen to make the move in-house
There is never a right or wrong time for junior private practice lawyers to transition in-house.
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OpinionPride Month – the power of public law
We should continue to use judicial review, human rights legislation, and international law to secure a better future for LGBTQ+ people.
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OpinionSRA's increased fining powers have real-world effect
Law Society remains concerned about the Solicitors Regulation Authority acting as investigator, prosecutor and judge.
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OpinionReforming the criminal justice system: juryless trials
With rape conviction rates low across the UK, is it time to ditch juries?
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OpinionComplaints to the SRA - addressing over-representation of BAME solicitors
We're shining a light on the structural and societal issues which could be influencing stubbornly worrying discrepancies.
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OpinionLegal aid expansion threatened by an antiquated IT system
Legal Aid Agency's digital system is a barrier to many proposals for legal aid reform. The government must invest in it now.
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OpinionHappy anniversary to the women in law pledge
As we celebrate the fourth year of the pledge, it remains a useful action tool for all organisations wherever they may be on their gender equality journey.