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NewsMetamorph auditor quits citing ‘concerns’ over management behaviour
Relationship broke down over ‘approach to compliance with law and regulations’, accountancy firm states.
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NewsHealthy profits for Birketts in ‘strong year’
Firm started in the east of England but now growing into new areas.
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NewsSDT ‘erred in judgment’ over £8,000 fine, court hears
Practitioner did not comply with a court order over fees in divorce proceedings after firm was closed down.
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NewsKafka's law? Government defends need to withhold detention details
It may not be appropriate for a person detained on national security grounds to know the case against them.
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NewsAddresses of non-molestation order applicants disclosed in data breach
Ministry of Justice reveals 17 personal data incidents during 2021/22 that were reported to the Information Commissioner's Office.
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NewsMagistrate sacked for public campaigning over Covid response
London magistrate also sent 'highly inappropriate' reply to court bosses after safety message.
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NewsIn focus: Meet the solicitor who relishes appearing before the SDT
A lawyer who specialises in defending solicitors before the tribunal explains why the SRA’s new fining powers could upset the delicate balance between regulation and discipline.
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NewsStellar performer Macfarlanes pays top earner £3.8m
Mid-sized City law firm ranks as one of London’s most profitable.
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NewsTributes paid to 'much-loved' judge who died in traffic incident
Matthew Mawdsley, formerly of St. John's Buildings, was appointed to the district bench earlier this month.
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NewsLegal aid awareness training for prison staff
Ministry of Justice and HM Prison & Probation Service respond to inspectorate concerns over experience of immigration detainees.
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NewsEversheds' cash pile swells nearly 50% to £160m
Highest-paid partner at international firm received 30% rise in 2021/22.
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NewsSRA to ramp up sanctions for transparency non-compliance
Regulator suggests it will start using new fining powers to clamp down on firms ignoring rules.
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NewsSolicitor prosecuted over allegations of sexual misconduct
Three separate allegations will be heard before the Solicitors Disciplinary Tribunal next year.
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NewsCampaigners consider appeal following Rwanda judgment
Law Society calls on government to ‘commit to taking a measured approach’ to deportations.
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NewsSRA intervenes to shut down two more Metamorph firms
Regulator continues to step in to protect the interests of clients of 'revolutionising legal services' group.
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NewsScotty T whiplash case collapses over Ibiza Instagram posts
Firm secures fundamental dishonesty ruling involving Geordie Shore reality TV star.
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NewsCourt of Appeal rejects costs set-off
Ruling has significant implications for all claims where a Part 36 settlement requires a court order.
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NewsRwanda asylum policy 'consistent with refugee convention', High Court rules
Eight claimants will have their cases looked at again after court finds their circumstances were ‘not properly considered’ by the home secretary.
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NewsBattle of the bottles: Marks and Spencer v Aldi in court
Supermarket giant points out similarities in ‘festively decorated’ gin liqueur bottles.
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NewsMaternity scandal victims join fight against fixed costs
Families of Telford and Shrewsbury scandal say plans for fixed costs are ‘dangerous’.