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FeatureSuccession planners
Which area of law should an ambitious and intellectually curious lawyer aim for upon qualification? A growing number are deciding that the dust has come off the private client world, reports Katharine Freeland.
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FeatureA safe way to die?
A private member’s bill introduced by Kim Leadbeater MP represents the strongest chance yet that assisted dying could be made legal in England and Wales. Do its safeguards answer the critics? Eduardo Reyes reports.
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FeatureLegal heroes: We are the champions
From protecting elephants to combating sexual abuse overseas, the Law Society’s Legal Heroes are changing the world for the better. Catherine Baksi profiles this year’s award winners.
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FeatureLaw Centres: Poor relations
At a time of historically high demand, law centres starved of funds have been closing their doors. Supply and demand are heading in opposite directions, reports Catherine Baksi.
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FeatureClimate litigation: A change in the weather
The dominoes are starting to fall in international climate litigation, as England and Wales establishes itself as the lead jurisdiction. Maria Shahid reports.
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FeatureBuilding bridges
A 1994 report by Sir Michael Latham revolutionised the handling of construction disputes, ushering in an adjudication system where parties would ‘pay now, argue later’. Three decades on, reports Maria Shahid, the reforms still divide lawyers.
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FeaturePlace makers
Our changing retail habits have disfigured the UK’s high streets. But planners are fighting back, which is reflected in creative instructions for property lawyers. Maria Shahid reports.
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FeatureOversight seeing
Artificial intelligence continues to dominate lawtech, but will the challenges of regulation slow the pace of innovation?
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FeatureFailed state
The Independent Inquiry into Child Sexual Abuse made 20 recommendations based on horrific testimony. Yet not one proposal has been implemented, reports Catherine Baksi.
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FeatureShining a light on domestic abuse in financial remedy proceedings
Claire Blakemore, partner at Withers LLP shines the spotlight on the deficiencies in the current law regarding ‘conduct’ and domestic abuse in financial awards following divorce and separation.
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FeatureMarking time
In its 200th year, the Law Society has been collecting accounts of solicitor contributions to the public good across England and Wales.
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FeatureRecovery positioning
Law firms have introduced a plethora of mental health initiatives, but LawCare’s helplines are busier than ever. Katharine Freeland looks at what employers should be doing to promote wellbeing.
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Feature'A National emergency'
The government wants to tackle an epidemic of domestic violence against women, but beleaguered justice professionals can only do so much without more resources. Catherine Baksi reports.
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Feature'The intention is to do away with democracy'
With judges striking over radical reforms of the judiciary, tension was in the air as Mexico hosted the International Bar Association’s annual conference. Balancing democracy with the rule of law was a major theme, reports Michael Cross.
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FeatureGenAI – the power of conversation
The advent of GenAI demands a fundamental shift in law firm thinking. Now tech is less about search and more about conversation.
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FeatureOn good authority
Despite councils’ financial woes, local government lawyers tell Katharine Freeland they are committed to this ‘rare legal ecosystem’.
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FeatureStaying at number 1
Brexit was a headache for lawyers keen to maintain London’s pre-eminence as a centre for dispute resolution. But the capital has defied the doomsayers. Business is booming on the back of a surge in class actions, reports Joanna Goodman.
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FeatureLaw Society spotlight: How to get on to Council
Three incoming Council members representing junior lawyers share tips for writing strong election statements.
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FeatureHow to: choose a GenAI tool
Generative AI will transform the work of law firms and in-house teams. With a plethora of vendors offering products, Nick Abrahams sets out why it is crucial to pick the right tool.
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FeatureTaking shelter
Dire predictions of a mass exodus of insurers appear wide of the mark, reports Eduardo Reyes. For many firms, the PII market is at its most benign for years.