All News articles – Page 177
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NewsTwo SLAPP cases bound for SDT
SRA chief executive tells peers that, of 71 investigations into alleged strategic litigation against public participation, 48 ‘remain live’.
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NewsJuror pilot will provide free counselling after distressing trials
Ministry of Justice will fund ‘first of its kind’ pilot which will also include a 24/7 telephone helpline providing support, advice and information.
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NewsLawyers on the run
Inaugural Legal 5k race in London’s Regent’s Park attracts 600 runners despite dismal weather.
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NewsFormer City solicitor jailed for 15 years for role in £30m Ponzi scheme
Jonathan Denton’s misconduct led to his firm being fined £500,000 by the SDT.
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NewsBanned solicitor jailed for false immigration claims
Flora Mendes was struck off nine years ago but continued to make money from immigration work.
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News‘Sarcastic’ judge warned for shouting at legal representative in family hearing
Investigation following a complaint from a litigant in family proceedings found the district judge had been ‘sarcastic and condescending’.
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NewsHappy reunion: The Split is returning
BBC's hit family law drama starring Nicola Walker and Stephen Mangan will return for a two-part special.
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NewsIn depth: SFO chief on his vision for the enforcement body
After unveiling the SFO’s five-year strategy, director Nick Ephgrave spoke to the Gazette about how the agency intends to harness technology to improve disclosure. He also wants the agency to be ‘career-enhancing’ for its lawyers.
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NewsNew firm owners shun billable hour for all-round service
Former colleagues go into business together seeking to provide holistic approach.
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NewsFirm hires: Devonshires strengthens real estates team with partner appointments
Leo Stevens and Ben Halsey join the firm's Real Estate and Projects team from Sharratts.
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NewsCampaigners urge CPS to remove 'drill music' from guidance on gang-related offences
Academic research on consequences for young black men and children prompts fresh call for use of rap music as evidence to be curbed.
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News‘I didn’t come here to lie’: Post Office solicitor denies evidence cover-up
Jarnail Singh said he did not know about Horizon bugs in 2010 - but he was emailed details.
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NewsEXCLUSIVE: 'I felt I was fighting for my life': Stratford duty solicitor describes being pinned down by court security
Gazette speaks to duty solicitor involved in Stratford Magistrates' Court incident - who says he does not feel safe to return.
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NewsSRA warns of ‘improper practices’ in mass claims sector
Warning notice and guidance follows discussions with financial services regulators.
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NewsExclusive: judges take action to improve court security
Group of senior judges and HM Courts & Tribunals Service officials set up in response to assault on Judge Perusko last year.
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NewsPost Office live: Former head of criminal Jarnail Singh worried about brand reputation
Follow our live blog from the public inquiry into the Post Office Horizon scandal.
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NewsPost Office lawyers held secret meeting with judge to stop disclosure
Solicitor also admits he failed to comply with his duties in handling expert witnesses.
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NewsNeurodivergent lawyers let down across legal sector, finds survey
New poll finds high levels of discrimination and reluctance to be open about neurodiversity.
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NewsLegally Come Dancing
Furnival Chambers is hosting Return of the Glitterball in aid of Macmillan Cancer Support.