Last 3 months headlines – Page 759
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NewsNo ECJ jurisdiction after Brexit - Society
The Law Society has said the UK should remain under the jurisdiction of the EU Court of Justice during Brexit transition.
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NewsSociety updates bar boycott guidance after judges grant 'blanket permission'
Chancery Lane notes that defence solicitors attending a pre-trial preparation hearing will be permitted to address the court.
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NewsBoth sides claim victory in surveillance law challenge
Home Office ordered to amend part of 'snoopers charter' - but says it was doing so anyway.
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NewsCaring Mark provides food for thought
Slater and Gordon Manchester have rolled out a ‘brain-boosting’ menu in its canteen.
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NewsTreasury finds £20m for legal services - so long as they're digital
Government dangles money for artificial intelligence in 'next generation services'.
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NewsLeveson: Do we want Premier League or a non-league criminal justice system?
Sir Brian Leveson says criminal practice must be attractive career option for practitioners.
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NewsHigh Court declares coroner 'cab rank' policy unlawful
Adath Yisroel Burial Society complained over Mary Hassell’s refusal to prioritise burials.
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NewsOutright cold-call ban fails to make it through finance bill
MPs send legislation from the House of Commons with only qualified restrictions on claims managers.
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NewsJudge slams 'game-playing' immigration lawyers and refers three firms to SRA
High Court issues new guidance designed to remind solicitors of their responsibilities.
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NewsAmber Rudd: Windrush helpline callers don't need lawyers
Immigration specialists unhappy with home secretary's advice in light of her department's track record.
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NewsProfession facing talent drain as mental health problems surge
Proportion of trainees reporting mental health problems has doubled, annual survey shows.
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NewsUK gives the go-ahead to Euro patent court
Intellectual property office confirms future relationship will be ‘subject to negotiation’.
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NewsGovernment backtracks on legal aid fee debate
Leader of the House announces motion will be considered by parliament on 8 May.
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NewsExclusive: Kent's legal services pioneer resigns
Council's cabinet report says Invicta Law did not deliver a £1m dividend forecast in its business plan.
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NewsGroup action takes shape against university strike
Third party funded claim alleging breach of contract could lead to £500 payouts, firm tells students.
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NewsSolicitors must make 'proper efforts' to find an advocate - SRA
Regulator issues guidance in response to criminal barristers' boycott of new legal aid work.
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NewsAppeal court rules fixed costs apply to claim outside protocol
Judge upholds exemption on multiple defendants but says claimant’s conduct can affect costs outcome.