All articles by Monidipa Fouzder – Page 11
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NewsWestminster inquiry calls for evidence on joint enterprise
Commission wants to know how the common law doctrine has been applied amid concerns over prosecutions.
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NewsLegal advisers 'need pay parity' with CPS
Trained legal advisers quitting HMCTS for better paid jobs in Crown Prosecution Service and local government.
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NewsIn depth: Could new funding models for early advice transform civil justice?
A two-year research project will explore different funding models for organisations that provide free and early legal advice ‘to move the conversation forward to an informed place’.
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NewsWant to become a judge? Prepare for two years, solicitors advised
Former appointments commissioner says solicitors possess transferable skills, but often do not fully understand a judge's role.
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NewsMPs continue to row over Sentencing Council guidance
Emergency legislation on pre-sentence reports passes second reading following heated debate on role of Sentencing Council.
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NewsCity watchdog probes power of attorney
Financial Conduct Authority tells banks and building societies to improve 'customer journeys', as some attorneys get lost in the system.
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NewsJudge slams lack of judicial diversity progress in family courts
Her Honour Judge Khatun Sapnara says there are plenty of black, Asian and minority ethnic lawyers with the requisite merit.
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NewsE-conveyancing coalition unveils second 'roadmap'
Action plan includes local authority pilot to digitise and open up building regulations and highways data.
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NewsMore solicitors recognised on LCJ-endorsed pro bono list
Number of solicitors featuring on second pro bono recognition list has jumped by 21%.
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NewsNo-fault divorce: 'blame game' still rife, say family lawyers
New regime 'has led to more spouses littering financial statements with allegations of bad behaviour'.
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NewsVardags extends flexible working under new management
Ayesha Vardag's famed divorce boutique announces promotion of Manchester chief Emma Gill to managing partner.
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OpinionApple, Prince Harry and open justice
High-profile cases involving the tech giant and the Royal advance the important principle of open justice.
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NewsLegal advice service in council rent row 'cannot afford to move'
Solicitor says relocating to cheaper premises could affect volunteer numbers.
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NewsTributes paid to criminal defence solicitor Simon King
Simon King was a valued member of the Criminal Law Solicitors Association's committee.
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NewsJAC must disclose recruitment material
Tribunal says disclosure of assessment information in the public interest and would put candidates on an equal footing.
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NewsGovernment fails to keep Apple legal battle secret
Investigatory Powers Tribunal rejects 'fundamental interference with the principle of open justice' following submissions from media and US Congress.
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News'No quota' on SQE passes, conference hears
Solicitors Regulation Authority data revealed significant difference in pass rates for SQE1 sittings last year.
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News'In awe of you all': Conveyancers praised for beating stamp duty deadline
Law firm bosses praise teams for completing transactions before new stamp duty land tax thresholds came into force.
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NewsSentencing Council v lord chancellor: 'two-tier' guidance shelved
Lord chancellor is preparing draft bill that would make new guidelines unlawful.
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NewsMinistry of Justice finds £6m for legal support
Justice minister says access to early legal support can stop housing, welfare benefits and debt problems spiralling.