All Comment articles – Page 62
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OpinionFirms should reach out to universities
Academic research has much to offer innovative legal practices - but not enough are taking advantage of synergistic link-ups.
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OpinionWe must do more to prevent women being ‘lost to the law’
Many more women than men quit their legal careers before they are able to reach their full potential.
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OpinionThe draft Domestic Abuse Bill fails migrant victims
It does not acknowledge the obstacles faced by those vulnerable in our society.
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OpinionIt’s time to debate legal aid funding alternatives
We must explore other avenues before more advice deserts appear. Japan offers a useful example.
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OpinionLegislation alone is not enough to achieve equality
Social and cultural beliefs, such as those seen in Kenya, continue to restrict women’s rights and freedoms across the world.
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OpinionFarewell Gauke, friend of the judiciary – for now
Lord chancellor hopes that by resigning from the government, rather than signing up to a no-deal Brexit, he will be well placed to return.
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OpinionWe need more MPs on the legal aid frontline
How do we get politicians to care about justice? Encourage them to see those directly affected by it.
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OpinionWorking on the international women in law report
Report advocates initiatives such as public awareness campaigns, engaging male champions for change and legislative reform.
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OpinionTop judges love modernisation - but how about the rest of us?
Senior judges are on board with the government's plans. But then, things probably look better from their vantage point.
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OpinionHow Welsh law has devolved
Devolution affects the development of our entire jurisdiction and every member of the profession.
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OpinionGiving all employees a stake in the firm
Instilling commercial knowledge in lawyers from day one is key to long-term success.
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OpinionCan legal tech harm more than our wallets?
We should ask not only what technology can do for us, but what it can do to us.
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OpinionBlog: Mother in Law
Diary of a busy practitioner, juggling work and family somewhere in England. This week: trying to be kind.
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OpinionSmall claims online portal must be done properly
A ‘minimum viable product’ developed behind closed doors is not good enough.
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OpinionMastercard: Preventing a US-style litigation monster
Consumer Rights Act safeguards are in danger of serious erosion.
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OpinionLSB to look at continuing competence
Lessons can be learned from existing continuing professional development systems across the EU.
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Opinion‘Blame game’ ditched for divorce on demand
Preserving the current law will do nothing to strengthen the institution of marriage.
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OpinionLet’s build an open law movement
Open banking has fostered a huge growth in innovation. It is time for legal services to follow.