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NewsHogan Lovells wins partial victory in conflict claim
Ukrainian businessman is suing the international firm for alleged breaches of duty.
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NewsSerial LiP with conspiracy claims against 13 lawyers is ordered to stop
Judge says civil restraint order is necessary to protect both the claimant and the solicitors, and firms he pursues.
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NewsBarrister who deceived wife for divorce loses disbarral challenge
High Court finds there was no procedural error or unfair finding in bar tribunal’s decision.
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NewsProbate experts warn against online wills
Research firm predicts surge in contested probate cases as a result of online wills written during the pandemic.
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NewsNews focus: Should the right to justice override the principle of transparency?
A claimant’s request for anonymity has renewed debate.
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NewsEx-presidents leave Law Society Council
Chancery Lane’s governing Council saw 31 members, including three former Society presidents, step down at this month’s annual general meeting.
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NewsEmails intercepted in £640,000 conveyancing fraud
Law Society, National Economic Crime Centre and National Crime Agency unveil anti-scam campaign.
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NewsNeuberger 'unconvinced' by JR reform arguments
Former Supreme Court president says political involvement is part of judicial role.
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NewsSRA approves PII clause clarifying cybercrime cover
Regulator says addition to minimum terms and conditions can provide clarity without pushing up premiums.
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NewsSmall businesses are crying out for lawtech, government-backed initiative claims
Report by LawtechUK and Legal Services Board says many SMEs do not know when or whether to involve lawyers.
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NewsSDT starts drive to recruit 25 new members
Tribunal makes biggest recruitment push in more than a decade.
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NewsCourt backlog 'will remain a problem for years to come' - National Audit Office
Public spending watchdog identifies risks to court recovery efforts.
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NewsBlue plaque for trailblazing woman barrister
Helena Normanton was the first woman to practise at the bar and one of the first two to take silk.
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NewsOpen judicial training to FoI scrutiny, tribunal urged
Judicial College is not currently subject to the Freedom of Information Act.
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NewsWidow wins right to sue Cairo hotel in English courts
Supreme Court decision provides 'welcome clarity' for travellers who are injured or killed in accidents abroad.
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NewsMost whiplash claimants still relying on lawyer for portal
First statistics for Official Injury Claim site show 90% of claimants are represented - but overall numbers are down.
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NewsNew Zealand deal will 'drive collaboration' between regulators
Free trade agreement will make it easier for UK lawyers to practise in New Zealand, government says.
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News'Claims R Us' portal could transform civil justice, says master of the rolls
Triage service for all-comers would direct claims to the right online location to resolve their dispute.
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NewsGovernment tight-lipped on legal aid reforms despite inquiry report
Justice minister praises cross-party commission's 'brilliant effort' on examining sustainability issues.