All Comment articles – Page 18
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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.
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OpinionEurope should support Latin American integration
South America’s economies must learn to walk before they can run. But legal harmonisation can be the first step towards greater economic integration.
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OpinionCould exemplary damages discourage corporate wrongdoings?
A 'punishment tax' would change attitudes of current and prospective wrong-doers towards litigation risk.
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OpinionPost Office scandal: echoes of Watergate?
Enormity of scandal for the profession can be compared to the break-in into the Democrats’ campaign office and ensuing cover-up.
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OpinionMaking flexible training a reality
Profession's lack of part time training opportunities means we miss out on talented people who can’t commit to training full time.
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OpinionForcing change for homelessness cases
Many people are left sofa surfing when their cases are not properly processed as homelessness cases. Others are placed into accommodation without proper advice.
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Opinion#LegalPride2023: 10 years since same-sex marriage became law
As the profession marks the start of Pride, we know the experience of LGBTQ+ solicitors could be improved.