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FeatureFive tips for writing a book
Whether pushing the boundaries of historical realism or updating legal concepts in an academic tome, certain rules of writing will always apply. Katharine Freeland asks authors for their takes on how to write a successful book
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FeatureHow to: make the most of PR
A public relations strategy need not just be for the very largest practices – in a crowded market, firms of all sizes are seeking ways to stand out. Eduardo Reyes reports
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FeaturePaid to persuade
For decades, government and public affairs practices in UK law firms trailed US-style lawyer-lobbyists. But with Brexit looming large they have been catching up, writes Marialuisa Taddia
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FeatureUp and away
While the incentive for top law firms to set up northern legal and business hubs lies in reducing office and salary costs, these initiatives can spur ways of working which open up new career opportunities. Grania Langdon-Down reports
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FeatureNo-deal would place our profession in peril
As part of a special focus on Brexit: The no-deal implications for the legal sector.
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FeatureOur ‘brand’ has taken on a toxic hue
As part of a special focus on Brexit: The deal and no-deal implications for UK lawyers and EU law.
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FeatureSpecial focus Brexit: Standing alone
Deal or no deal, Brexit is set to greatly complicate the professional lives of lawyers and their clients. Kicking off a Gazette special focus, Marialuisa Taddia reports from a recent summit hosted by the Law Society and TheCityUK on what leaving the EU could mean for legal services
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FeatureRethinking our sanctions regime
As part of a special focus on Brexit: The deal and no-deal implications for finance and sanctions.
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FeatureFinancial services: beyond the point of no return?
As part of a special focus on Brexit: The deal and no-deal implications for finance.
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FeatureLaw Society spotlight: February’s Council meeting
Brexit, legal aid, employment law and probate were all discussed.
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FeatureConduct unbecoming
What has changed since the #MeToo movement reached the legal profession? Eduardo Reyes reflects on a turbulent year for allegations, high-profile departures – and resistance to change
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FeatureThrough a different lens
In what will be a year of significant change, looking at legal tech through a quadrant model can help firms focus on new developments that will help their business strategy.
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FeatureSitting in judgement
Adversarial justice is founded upon representation and a properly functioning court system that can accommodate robust procedure. But is ‘reform’ pushing our jurisdiction into ‘inquisitorial’ territory? Eduardo Reyes reports from the latest Gazette roundtable
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FeatureHow to: give a client bad news
Solicitors are often the bearer of bad news to their clients, but there are ways to deliver this information without damaging your relationship. Katharine Freeland reports.
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FeatureCoping with a care crisis
There is little wrong with the 30-year-old Children Act, lawyers tell Marialuisa Taddia. But years of austerity too often compromise the legal process, challenging the ability of courts and social services to prioritise the interests of the vulnerable.
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FeatureLaw Society spotlight: A day in the life
A relationship manager’s diary encompasses a plethora of activities designed to place members at the heart of everything that the Law Society does
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FeatureTraining lawyers for tomorrow
Can new gateways to a legal career mitigate the eye-watering cost of qualification and boost diversity? Grania Langdon-Down reports
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FeatureMoving up a gear
The government has ambitious plans for autonomous transport but this rapidly evolving technology threatens to drive a coach and horses through our legal framework. Rachel Rothwell reports
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ProfileTaking control
An unquenchable drive is in Janet Legrand’s DNA. This catapulted the Woman Lawyer of the Year 2018 to the helm of global firm DLA Piper and into the heart of international dispute resolution, writes Jonathan Rayner