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NewsProfession condemns threat to rule of law in Turkey
Ankara dismisses 2,745 judges following coup attempt.
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NewsLaw Society voices concerns over ‘regulator shopping’ rule changes
Proposals could leave clients without insurance cover, Chancery Lane says.
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NewsNew faces at Ministry of Justice
Theresa May’s reshuffle makes almost a complete sweep of ministers
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NewsCLAF revived to support access to justice
A proposal to support access to justice through a pooled fund financed by money derived from civil damages has been revived in earnest.
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NewsMoJ challenge fails on pay of part-time judges
The Ministry of Justice has failed to impose a cap on pay for part-time judges writing up longer cases.
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GCs ‘unbundle’ to improve efficiency
General counsel are starting to ‘unbundle’ legal work in a bid to improve efficiency, though some remain cautious, research from Ashurst shows.
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Supreme Court unanimous on residency test
Three months after allowing an appeal mid-hearing, the Court has handed down its reasons for throwing out government plans to introduce a residence test for civil legal aid
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NewsSRA: ‘radical’ proposals will open up access to justice
But regulator acknowledges the need for adequate safeguards
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News£6m payment in second deferred SFO prosecution
Unnamed US company has agreed to pay more than £6m for corruption and bribery offences
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NewsGolden guardians
A fresh coat of paint for the lions decorating the railings outside the Law Society’s Chancery Lane headquarters is one of the final touches in the renovation of the Grade II listed building.
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NewsBlaming insurers for driverless accidents 'makes no sense'
Government proposals create new right of action directly against insurer if automated vehicle is hacked.
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NewsSolicitors and public divided over client confidentiality
Findings from SRA survey to be used as basis for dealing with misconduct in future.
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NewsHold offenders until they pay back their proceeds, say MPs
Home Affairs select committee also recommends setting up specialist 'confiscation courts'.
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NewsCourt rules firm can seek damages against former partner
Dispute follows transfer of a conditional fee agreement when partner retired from Liverpool firm.
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NewsMaternity mentoring to be piloted at the bar
Bar Council chairman Chantal-Aimée Doerries QC says parenthood should not mean an end to a flourishing career.
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NewsForeign jurisdictions eye Brexit boost – Society president
Robert Bourns says some competing jurisdictions are already pressing for changes to jurisdiction clauses in cross-border contracts.
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NewsWelsh law officer says justice curbs threaten human rights
Counsel general Mick Antoniw says legal system in Wales is ‘at a crossroads’.
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NewsPEP up 8% to top £1m at Travers Smith
International firm predicts challenges ahead as the country deals with Brexit.
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News‘Radical’ handbook reforms will widen access to justice, SRA says
Chief executive Paul Philip says certain safeguards will be needed after Law Society raises concerns.
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NewsLegal profession welcomes Truss – but warns of work to do
'Moment of significant change for the country,' says Law Society chief executive.