All Comment articles – Page 5
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Opinion'Many wept openly. It was over.' Solicitors and VE Day
In May 1945 the Gazette's austere pages hinted that the war was nearing its end.
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OpinionRestoring confidence in the super-exam
Failures in providing reasonable adjustments for students, along with a troubling marking scandal, have raised concerns about integrity and fairness.
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OpinionWhat Hilary did next
In 2007, an aspiring solicitor wrote in the Gazette about being told she was too old at 60 to start a training contract. She proved otherwise.
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OpinionApplying for the deproscription of Hamas is not 'sickening'
Shadow lord chancellor Robert Jenrick's claims are of great concern. We are upholding the rule of law.
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OpinionImmigration lawyers defending our core values
Lawyers are under attack from powerful forces in a number of democratic countries.
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OpinionHands off the courts
Governments do not generally relish the pesky interference by courts with their political agenda. And this applies regardless of their ideology.
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OpinionGlobal political climate risks damaging democracy
In any conflict between the rule of law and democracy, the rule of law must be the first among equals.
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OpinionClarifying definition of 'woman' in the Equality Act
The Supreme Court has unanimously determined that the terms ‘woman’, ‘man’ and ‘sex’ in EA refer to a person’s biological sex.
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OpinionThis could be the European Century
Europe can seem to move slowly, but it is showing it can adapt in finance and defence. Our social welfare safety nets are under stress, but they exist.
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OpinionFrom lecture hall to law firm: unlocking talent
The legal profession embraces career changers, but one transition that remains relatively under-explored is the move from academia into legal practice.
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OpinionThe case for onshore: Dubai is about more than offshore and free zones legal work
Excello Law expanded our UK law firm into Dubai recently and one of the most significant decisions we made was to operate as a mainland firm rather than setting up in a free zone.
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OpinionWhiplash reforms: motorists got pennies, insurers got millions
Promised £35 annual saving turned out to be just £15 — and even that’s debatable.
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OpinionJustice should not get lost in translation
Ministry of Justice should use current procurement process for court interpreting to solve problems outlined in Lords report.
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OpinionNavigating burnout and mental health
While the profession's demanding nature, high stakes and relentless pace can foster a stimulating and rewarding career, they also bring challenges.
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OpinionA digital revolution in justice: Looking back and moving forward
HMCTS chief executive Nick Goodwin reflects on the Reform Programme's journey to modernise the courts and tribunals system.
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OpinionLawyers should embrace government commitment to improving court productivity
Spending can only ever be part of the answer when it comes to fixing the courts crisis.
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OpinionAdolescence is brilliant TV but Jamie should have sacked his brief
Realism of the portrayal of the criminal justice system in the Netflix series has been somewhat overlooked.
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OpinionThe evil umpire
Fair, independent umpires with experience and good judgement are an advantage in a competitive business as they are in sport.
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OpinionTA6 consultation: key findings and Law Society response
The Law Society conducted an extensive and independently run consultation to understand how conveyancers viewed the fifth edition of the TA6 property information form and better understand members' concerns.
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OpinionMental health and wellbeing: data matters
LawCare’s Life in the Law survey, which closes on Friday, can help shape the future of the profession.