All articles by Gazette newsdesk – Page 9
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NewsGlobal Legal Centre campaign stepped up as Brexit looms
New centre aims to bolster global reputation of England and Wales as central jurisdiction for the rule of law.
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NewsOutgoing LCJ to chair new justice commission for Wales
New body will address ‘unfinished business’ of landmark Silk Commission as Wales develops a distinct body of law.
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NewsEmployment 'first': time limit extended after fees ruled unlawful
One of first cases to be affected by Supreme Court’s landmark ruling on employment tribunal fees.
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NewsSociety makes new call for clarity on super-exam
SRA ’really needs to crack on’ over making regulations public, says Egan.
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NewsPublic considers barristers 'too expensive' for family advice, regulator finds
Just one in ten family law clients choose to go directly to a barrister for advice, partly due to a widespread belief that barristers charge more than solicitors.
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News'Access Denied': Law Society's 25-point plan to salvage civil justice
LASPO’s legal aid cuts have damaged the very foundations of our justice system, according to new review.
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NewsQueen's speech confirms whiplash reform and court modernisation
Civil Liability Bill to address what government calls the ‘compensation culture’.
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NewsProfession ponders parliamentary 'ping-pong'
A new lord chancellor and secretary of state for justice – the fourth in a row without legal qualifications – will be sworn in today as the government prepares to unveil a stripped-back Queen’s speech in the aftermath of the election. David Lidington MP’s team at the Ministry of Justice ...
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NewsWomen solicitors honoured in birthday list
CBE for judge and MBE for general counsel highlight of a thin year for legal honours.
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NewsDavid Lidington - another non-lawyer - is new lord chancellor
Former Europe minister, who defended judges amid the ‘Enemies of the people’ furore, succeeds demoted Liz Truss.
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NewsHung parliament deals blow to justice reforms
Truss strengthens personal majority but question mark over entire ministerial team.
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NewsSlater and Gordon faces third legal battle over shareholder losses
Sydney-based claimant writes to say it will commence proceedings against Slater and Gordon.
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NewsOpen thread: Are human rights 'in the way'?
The prime minister has suggested a Conservative government would amend the Human Rights Act to reflect security changes.
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NewsPro bono panel to be set up for London terrorism victims
Chancery Lane acts with LawWorks and the City of London Law Society.
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NewsRecord 12,000 lawyers ready to walk 10km for justice
London Legal Support Trust hopes to exceed last year's £740,000 fundraising total.
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NewsNews focus: What the manifestos say about law and justice
The general election manifestos are in – again. Here is a quick-fire summary of the three main parties’ headline pledges on law and justice.
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NewsLaw Society Excellence Awards open for nominations
Nominations for this year’s Law Society Excellence Awards close on Friday 26 May.
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Conveyancing kitemark holders warned over spoof email
The Law Society has warned holders of its Conveyancing Quality Scheme accreditation to beware of a malicious email sent from a variety of addresses including a btconnect account. A number of CQS member firms have already received the spoof email, which has the subject line ’Your Ref: Completion Statement’ and ...
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NewsLaw Society agrees next steps in governance shakeup
The Law Society has agreed next steps in an ongoing review of its governance structure that will establish a new Main Board at Chancery Lane. Meeting in Cardiff yesterday, Council agreed that in July a time-limited implementation board (including the office-holders and key executives) will consider proposals for a shakeup ...