All articles by Monidipa Fouzder – Page 49
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NewsCrown court backlog edges up further
Figures published by HM Courts & Tribunals Service show outstanding cases rising for third consecutive month.
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NewsReforms of judicial discipline 'don't go far enough'
Support network for judges bemoans lack of independent review and anti-bullying code.
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NewsClearance time for LPA applications doubles in five years
Ministry of Justice figures reveal drop in full-time equivalent permanent posts and increase in agency staff.
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NewsMoJ stands firm as 'uninterrupted' strike looms
Criminal barristers are being balloted on whether to maintain current action or escalate it from 5 September.
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NewsGovernment urged to end 'legal limbo' for unmarried couples
Cross-party group of MPs backs opt-out cohabitation scheme recommended by Law Commission 15 years ago.
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NewsCriminal bar balloted on 'uninterrupted' strike action
Barristers could escalate legal aid action on the day the new prime minister is expected to be in post.
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NewsCourt support charity teams up with universities to keep services running
Support Through Court says partnerships will give students freedom and flexibility to volunteer.
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NewsBar protest 'biting harder' than government data suggests
Chambers chief says listings offices are pre-empting non-attendances and more cases will emerge that need to be added to government's count.
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NewsCrown court valedictory for criminal defence 'legend'
Judge tells farewell gathering that barristers owe Bill Waddington a 'huge debt of gratitude'.
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NewsLSB accused of 'overstepping its remit' with competence requirement
Bar Council says oversight regulator's policy for checking lawyers are competent is a 'solution in search of a problem'.
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NewsJR guidance for civil servants updated following Covid cases
Government Legal Department discusses bias, standing, justiciability and Brexit in 'Judge Over Your Shoulder' document.
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NewsSQE IT fiasco: dozens seek compensation
Aspiring solicitors out of pocket after booking travel and hotel rooms for an exam that never happened.
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NewsOld Bailey sentencing remarks broadcast on TV for the first time
Lord chief justice hopes landmark moment for open justice will help public gain better understanding of how judges reach their decisions.
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NewsSolicitors face fresh competence checks
Regulators will be required to provide greater assurance that lawyers remain competent throughout their career.
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NewsRescheduled SQE dates confirmed following IT fiasco
Candidates will be able to sit functioning legal knowledge exams on 4 and 8 August or request a refund.
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NewsFreshfields partner profits top £2m
Magic circle firm says financial results represent sixth consecutive year of revenue growth.
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NewsCompulsory mediation could hit solicitors hard, government admits
Parties in civil legal disputes for claims up to £10,000 would have to attend one-hour telephone session.
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NewsSQE fiasco will cost some candidates thousands
One candidate has lost three days' annual leave and cancelled their pre-booked holiday in case it clashes with the rescheduled dates.
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NewsCompulsory mediation for civil claims up to £10,000
Ministry of Justice proposes to fund one-hour telephone session to steer dispute away from court.
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NewsMoneySavingExpert founder hands £60k 'lifeline' to support LiPs
Support Through Court says donation will fund London-based Central Family Court service for two years.