News – Page 35
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NewsLegal aid support package to help lawyers 'weather the coronavirus pandemic'
Law Society welcomes measures but says significantly more needs to be done to help criminal defence community.
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NewsPolice and legal chiefs agree Covid-19 interview protocol
Guidance states that legal advice for suspects should take place over the phone or video-link whenever possible.
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NewsWeightmans and Walker Morris confirm plans to furlough staff
Firms state intention to preserve jobs in the long term.
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NewsFamily court overcomes 'teething difficulties' in contested Skype hearing
Manchester lawyer says systems were put in place early on to ensure proceedings ran smoothly.
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News'Zero money': young legal aid lawyers highlight coronavirus plight
Practitioner group gathering evidence to inform government discussions and best practice recommendations.
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NewsPolice force praised for coronavirus measures to protect lawyers
National protocol expected soon as Northumbria tells lawyers safety in its custody suites is top priority.
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NewsLeO humiliated as it is forced to drop 21% budget increase
'Frank and open conversation' as ombudsman told it had not presented a strong enough case.
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NewsPioneering Skype trial 'went without a hitch', says judge
Court of Protection hearing was first trial to be conducted entirely by video.
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NewsExtra guidance for conveyancers stuck in coronavirus lockdown
Law Society and conveyancing bodies join forces to help firms comply with government requirements.
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NewsPandemic prompts global ‘remote courts’ initiative
'We must seize the moment', says online justice guru Susskind.
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NewsDelay completions until lockdown ends, conveyancers advised
Law Society says government guidance provides much-needed clarity but further issues remain.
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NewsCoronavirus: Firm announces 10% salary cut for higher earners
Knights takes swift action to reduce costs as it enters a period of uncertainty.
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NewsSolicitors seek urgent clarity over ongoing conveyancing work
Government spokesperson says buyers should delay moving home where possible.
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NewsListed Gateley cancels dividend as coronavirus hits
Law firm reassures the market it remains a resilient and well-balanced business.
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NewsLAA working 'as rapidly as possible' to pay legal aid firms
Legal Aid Agency relaxes requirements in updated Covid-19 guidance.
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News'Cut your overheads': Conveyancing firms face battle to survive Covid-19
Viewings set to dry up after estate agencies told they are not essential businesses under new lockdown rules.
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NewsCovid-19 lockdown: Supreme Court goes virtual
Cases and judgment hand-downs will continue via a web-based video conferencing system until further notice.
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News'We cannot wait any longer': criminal defence firm halts face-to-face contact
London practice will not be attending police station, prisons or court to protect staff and clients.
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NewsNo robot invasion: survey shows low levels of AI take-up
Lack of training data may hinder development of artificial intelligence in law.
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NewsCivil and family courts to go virtual by default - LCJ
Rules in both jurisdictions are 'flexible enough to enable telephone and video hearings of almost everything'.