Commentary and opinion – Page 148
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OpinionOnline platforms – lawyers act now!
Uber has grabbed the headlines but unregulated online services could threaten the legal landscape as we know it.
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OpinionNavigating first appearances in CJEU courts
Practical guidance is now available on how best to navigate the courts of the CJEU.
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OpinionIn defence of litigation funding
US Chamber of Commerce is out of order in seeking to suppress litigation funding.
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OpinionAs easy as falling off a ladder…
Fewer people in the profession seem willing to climb career ladders.
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OpinionUnbundling is not the answer
The LSB is pushing firms to offer a half-service, but is this a good idea?
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OpinionIPCC reform: the challenges
The public need to be involved in reform of the police watchdog. Otherwise improved accountability will not be achieved.
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OpinionA new international trade court
It is incumbent on lawyers to help shape a replacement for the much-criticised investor-to-state dispute settlement mechanism.
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OpinionWales: devolution solution
We want your help to make the law in Wales more accessible to everyone.
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OpinionRepairing Grayling’s damage
Michael Gove has ditched his predecessor’s more indefensible policies – but there is more he could do.
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OpinionLosing faith in the courts service
Our county courts are not fit for purpose. Solicitors need to speak up.
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OpinionLoneliness of the in-house solicitor
Solicitors are still trying to shake off the ‘second cousin’ perception.
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OpinionThe high street’s alive and well
The British high street is not dead – many are confident, thriving places. That must mean there’s a future for the high street solicitor.
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OpinionThe solicitor who became Undershaft
The arms magnate who pioneered modern artillery - as well as hydraulics and renewable energy - started out as a solicitor.
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OpinionBorder skirmish
Cross-border authentication – the latest in a series of ‘turf’ disputes between lawyers and notaries.
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OpinionDropping down the justice league
What might encourage Michael Gove to live up to his rhetoric on justice?
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OpinionPumping up the claim volume
An antitrust class action instrument could enhance the UK’s standing as jurisdiction of choice.
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OpinionLegal aid waiting game
A month has passed since practitioners gave the Ministry of Justice options for alternative savings to the second fee cut.
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OpinionWill budgeting changes make any difference?
Reform of the budgeting rules is on the way, but not a full-scale remodelling.
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OpinionLawyers’ freedom of speech
Freedom of speech concerns us as lawyers because we are on the frontline of those who patrol it.
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OpinionA judge needs judgement
There is one quality no judge can do without, as a recent episode highlights.