All Comment articles – Page 6
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SRA power grab leaves SDT increasingly impotent
The tribunal makes fewer judgments than ever and could effectively lose its fining power.
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In support of our colleague Jacqueline McKenzie
An open letter from Leigh Day partners in response to criticism of immigration lawyer.
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Common Platform is a strong foundation for the future
Custom-built, digital system for managing cases is now live in every criminal court in England and Wales.
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Transport wars: Khan, Ken and kritarchy
History is (so far) not repeating itself in a clash over London's ultra-low emissions zone.
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Supreme Court has set back access to justice
This week's ruling in PACCAR Inc & Ors v Competition Appeal Tribunal & Ors will have unintended consequences.
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Post 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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Twelve far-from-angry people
The justice system may be creaking, but at least one part isn't broken.
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As 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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Susskind’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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Supporting 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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Most 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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Law tech: cutting through the noise
There is a clear need for a bridge between the legal profession and technology providers.
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Why your firm needs a finance director
And why environmental, social, and governance (ESG) is likely to be their responsibility.
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Digital 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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Putting in the fix
Fixed recoverable costs – these reforms are hugely flawed but our time to be heard is running out.
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The 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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Enhancing 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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When 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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Pride 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.