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NewsLimitation changes 'not an attack on veterans', says forces minister
Johnny Mercer MP says new six-year limit will still permit claims for injuries developing later in life.
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NewsVideo wills 'risky and unnecessary', solicitors claim
New statutory instrument will allow wills to be witnessed over Skype, Zoom and Facetime.
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NewsJudge replaced after private comments overheard on Zoom chat
Family judge had said mother in care proceedings case was trying ‘every trick in the book’ to avoid questions.
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NewsPupillages will be withdrawn, regulator warns
Knock-on effects of coronavirus on junior lawyers 'very likely', says Bar Standards Board.
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NewsMagic circle profits hit by Covid uncertainty
Freshfields, Allen & Overy and Linklaters all announce year-on-year fall in profits.
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NewsVideo-witnessed wills to be legalised under temporary SI
Reforms to be backdated to 31 January 2020, when first UK coronavirus case was confirmed.
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News'Ambitious plans': HFW reports record growth
City firm has completed 11 international office openings, mergers and associations since 2016.
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NewsSimmons & Simmons celebrates profit growth
Profits rise by 6% but international firm predicts ‘difficult times’ ahead.
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NewsSFO defends charging decisions as caseload drops
Agency fulfilled its duty in pursuing matters that have been prosecuted, says director.
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NewsUnion pledges to support students looking to sue BSB
Bar school students accuse regulator of discrimination over its handling of exams.
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NewsPlugging gaps in legal aid provision will be tough, says LAA
Legal Aid Agency says pandemic could affect efforts to maintain services across all procurement areas.
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NewsCourt attendees in England asked to wear masks from next week
New guidance requires lawyers to wear face coverings in all public areas - but not courtrooms themselves.
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NewsA&O takes on 93% of trainees
All trainees who applied to qualify have been offered NQ positions.
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News'Not just about the professionals': Buckland defends extended court hours
Lord chancellor acknowledges impact on lawyers but says controversial measure is also about safety.
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NewsEconomic crime levy to collect £100m a year
Law Society warns of 'further unjustified burden' on a sector already under strain.
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NewsAshurst reports drop in partner profits
Profit per equity partner falls from £972,000 to £903,000, while revenue flatlines.
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NewsPlanning rules relaxed - with wider reform 'this month'
Amendments to Town and Country Planning Act allow repurposing of commercial properties.
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NewsAttorney general defends Dominic Cummings tweet
Suella Braverman tells justice select committee her tweet was not a legal opinion.