Latest news – Page 206
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NewsSolicitor witness apologises for 'conspiracy and fraud' research
High Court is hearing a negligence claim brought against listed firm RBL Law.
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NewsShiner faces two-year wait for fraud trial
Former human rights lawyer denies four allegations of defrauding the Legal Aid Agency.
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NewsLying solicitor struck off but deemed too poor to pay any costs
Solicitor of 42 years raised invoices to cover staff salaries and was found to be dishonest.
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NewsFirm offers staff money-saving workshops to deal with cost of living
Higgs LLP makes one-off payment but says it has a moral duty to go further in supporting staff.
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NewsLAA accused of potential discrimination over duty rota
Firm reportedly asked to identify solicitors on long-term leave prior to 1 October so they can be removed from current scheme.
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NewsTrainee solicitor banned for offering unlawful immigration advice
Large amounts of money were paid to practitioner and his wife for immigration work.
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NewsLeading firm stores up cash reserves ahead of economic challenges
Simmons & Simmons accounts show healthy profit rises but also a note of caution in current climate.
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NewsLSB mulls more comprehensive redress for wronged clients
Law firms may be forced to offer compensation even where clients haven’t complained, it has emerged.
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NewsFixed costs extension delayed to October 2023
Justice minister says the legal sector needs more time to adjust.
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NewsBundles being done badly, judge tells housing lawyers
County court judge highlights court frustrations as he urges practitioners to sharpen up and refocus.
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NewsWoman who left the law in 2016 fined £10,000 for drugs convictions
Events manager did not realise she had to report convictions after not renewing practising certificate.
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NewsInvestigators probe collapse of Pure Business Group
Multiple lines of enquiry pursued as it emerges staff will miss out on money owed to them.
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NewsSDT asks for extra £1m from profession after sudden eviction notice
New premises being sought as tribunal considers keeping just one permanent courtroom.
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NewsAutumn statement: Real terms cut for justice spending
Treasury announces lower than inflation increase for MoJ, following chancellor's autumn statement.
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NewsEx-AA boss warned he had 'less than 50%' chance of success
Rosenblatt denies negligence when acting in conspiracy claim brought by Robert Mackenzie.
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NewsJudicial salary review put on hold until next year
'Important that you have regard for government inflation target,' lord chancellor reminds review body chair.
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NewsSRA fines firm that took ‘unfair advantage’ of client
Bolton practice did not make it clear it was acting for the other side in a development agreement.
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News'Crunch time': Society tells Hunt to protect justice spending
Law Society highlights importance of legal aid for those hit by cost of living crisis ahead of autumn statement.
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NewsCity partner rebuked over 'driving at pedestrian' conviction
Conduct 'failed to behave in a way that maintains the trust the public places in him and in the provision of legal services'.
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NewsRosenblatt sued: AA sent former boss 1p coin for company shares
High Court hears evidence in negligence claim against law firm.