Last 3 months headlines – Page 990
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NewsAccountants reminded of duty over legal complaints
Almost 100 accountancy firms now authorised to offer probate work.
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NewsDirect action campaign escalates
London, Manchester and Leeds among centres voting to join Merseyside in taking direct action over legal aid cuts.
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NewsSlater and Gordon shares crash following reporting errors
Australia-listed firm has engaged EY to help answer questions from market watchdogs, as one fund manager highlights 'red flags' in accounts.
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NewsGlobal firm negligent over £25m property advice
High Court orders Bird & Bird to pay £1.8m after failing to inform property buyers of a nearby development.
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Bar chief speaks out on ‘self-selecting’ meetings
Executives at the Criminal Bar Association meet tomorrow to discuss the strength of opposition to the government’s legal aid reforms.
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NewsSRA proposes solution for firms offering consumer credit
Regulator offers a way around threat of dual regulation.
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NewsWill Aid apologises to solicitors for Co-op offer
Charity says sorry for any offence caused to individuals and firms by special promotion.
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NewsMarching for legal pride: image gallery
The legal profession was well represented as the capital celebrated lesbian, gay, bisexual and trans diversity at London Pride 2015.
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NewsLegal Aid Agency denies warning solicitors against direct action
The agency said that ‘if appropriate’ contract managers may remind practitioners of contractual responsibilities as part of routine calls.
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News75% spike in appeal court delays blamed on resources
Court staff were given fresh guidance at the start of this year to avoid adjourning cases.
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NewsTop firms wary of Gove’s ‘richest pay’ plan
Justice secretary Michael Gove is considering both mandatory pro bono work and a financial levy on City lawyers.
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NewsRole of GC central to global sustainability
Research shows a clear ‘convergence’ between the ‘evolving role of general counsel and corporate sustainability’.
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Tuckers goes online direct to advocates
Legal aid giant creates internet service, saying it makes it easier for solicitors to instruct advocates directly.
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Hewitsons leads merger flurry
Firms’ appetite for consolidation has shown little sign of abating, with three deals announced in the past month.
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NewsFrom timesheet to scoresheet
Part-time football team qualify for Europa League. It’s good news for Liverpool solicitor Ian Sheridan.
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NewsFirm serves up £25k
Lancashire Disability Rackets Club has received sponsorship of £25,000 from specialist serious injury firm Serious Law.