The Master and Margate Pier
Obiter Productions presents a tale from a distant country in a far-off time (with apologies to Bulgakov).
Pump it up for 'maverick' Brian
Brian Inkster looks very like a certain one-time punk pioneer.
Double trouble on dream dates
Some years ago, I tried to appear in two different courts on the same morning.
Let it flow, let it flow, let it flow
The ship of state leaks from the top, reputedly. But this week’s liquid effusions seem to be more cock-up than conspiracy.
Send in the clowns
Shakespeare’s sense of humour goes on trial before a High Court judge.
Left out in the cold
On a glacial Tuesday evening, it took an hour to gain entry to a reception honouring Law for Change, an organisation which funds public interest legal cases.
Naturist fears northern judges' 'unconscious bias'
Judicial review claim is believed to be only the second naturism case to reach the High Court.
A subtext for a moral crusade?
‘It’s a witch-hunt,’ said my friend Tony, referring to the Windsor-Giuffre saga.
Memory lane
An unsuccessful challenge to a parking fine, rights of audience and German inventions: a stroll down Gazette memory lane.
Criminal justice crisis cuts Leveson short
Justice committee chair forced to wrap up meeting after 73 minutes.
Flying visit
This year's motivational speaker at the IBA was Jeff Skiles, the veteran first officer of US Airways Flight 1549 which landed in the Hudson River.
RCJ's Banksy is screened off again
Scrubbed graffiti's shadow was attracting a steady stream of visitors.
When the cap doesn’t fit
Appearance of courts minister Sarah Sackman in Toronto last week was a welcome surprise.
Is Kardashian legal drama really that bad?
Reality TV star plays a divorce lawyer in a glossy new US legal drama. What's not to love? Apparently a lot.
Tom Daley takes a deep dive into the law
Nothing gets the delegates at the International Bar Association going like a celebrity appearance.
I'll get my coat: insecure items
The dangers of leaving belongings unattended.
Kirkland gets the message
Chicago-headquartered firm allegedly gained a reputation for uncooperative behaviour when negotiating contracts.
Toon balmy
Research reveals the best and worst places in England to start a career in the law.
Terrible timing for turning up in Toronto
Fate dealt the International Bar Association a bad hand as delegates flocked to a city still in mourning from the night before.
Memory lane
Lifting ban on lawyer adverts and celebrating 25 years of legal aid: a stroll down Gazette memory lane.









































