All articles by Monidipa Fouzder – Page 32
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NewsPublic Order Act prompts fresh call for devolved justice
Counsel general for Wales says legislation imposed by Westminster is authoritarian, undemocratic and dangerous.
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NewsNews focus: London International Disputes Week - in-house keeping
The repercussions of the Online Safety Bill and the need to educate colleagues on their role were front of mind for in-house disputes lawyers at London International Disputes Week.
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NewsJudicial recruitment process leaves family solicitor in tears
As Family Division president urges lawyers to aim for the bench, solicitors reveal they are applying without success.
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News'Rape myths' consultation floats curbs on barristers' conduct
Law Commission seeks views on whether judges should pre-approve certain lines of questioning in sexual offence trials.
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NewsLaw school takes SQE to India
College of Legal Practice announces partnership with India-based platform to help lawyers gain dual qualification.
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NewsMcFarlane urges family lawyers to aim for the bench
Family division president highlights need for more deputy district judges and recorders.
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NewsNo 'target' list of solicitors aiding traffickers - NCA
A Guardian 'Exclusive' reported that the NCA is preparing a ‘sweep’ of up to 100 lawyers believed to be helping organised crime groups.
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NewsHousing reforms fuel fears for vulnerable tenants
Solicitor raises concern over anti-social behaviour amendment in Renters (Reform) Bill.
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NewsWanted: new DPP on salary of £225,978
Max Hill KC will step down as head of the Crown Prosecution Service in October.
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NewsNeuberger: public arbitration awards worth considering
Former Supreme Court president highlights importance of open justice during London International Disputes Week.
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NewsPolice banned from 'fishing expeditions' in rape cases
Forces could face legal action if they request personal material not relevant to an investigation.
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NewsDisabled woman challenges legal aid guidance
Claimant faced costs dilemma in case against police after backdated welfare benefit payment was treated as capital.
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NewsNews focus: Mental health lawyers are willing to strike over pay
Mental health lawyers are demanding a big rise in civil legal aid rates that have slumped in real terms over the last 15 years. And they are prepared to withdraw their labour to get it.
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NewsCILEX civil war: legal executives asked if they wish to switch
Consultation by CILEx Regulation opens as Legal Services Board in principle approves transfer to SRA.
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NewsCourt photography ban under review in transparency drive
MoJ asks if 1925 prohibition on cameras and 1981 prohibition on sound recording remain fit for purpose.
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NewsMore judicial posts opened up to CILEX lawyers
Lawyers who do not necessarily have a university degree could soon sit on Crown court and upper tribunal benches.
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NewsRemoval of EU law 'sunset clause' welcomed
Retained EU Law Bill will now include list of laws to be revoked this year.
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NewsTougher sentences for animal cruelty
Guidelines revised after statutory maximum sentence for most serious offences raised from six months to five years in prison.
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NewsMandatory divorce wait shortened for client with life-limiting health issues
Divorce reforms introduced 20-week wait to allow couples to reconcile or agree practical arrangements.
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NewsCyber-attack cost conveyancing giant £7m - but the insurers paid up
Goodwill writedown contributes to huge operating loss at Simplify, which was forced to cut new instructions for 10 weeks.