All Opinion articles – Page 244
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OpinionWarming the bench
A large number of jobs are soon to become vacant in the senior judiciary. So who’s in the running?
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OpinionBOOK REVIEW: Go Set a Watchman
To mark the passing of Harper Lee, we take a look at her long-awaited second novel.
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OpinionBOOK REVIEW: How to Represent Yourself in the Family Court
Particularly helpful were the comprehensive tips on how to succeed in the family court.
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OpinionDo not rush into fixed costs
At this stage, there are too many questions about how the grand plan will work.
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OpinionOur defence of the oppressed
The debate about independent regulation must take account of our obligation to protect endangered lawyers.
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Lawyers should be ‘doctors’ too
Maybe we should follow dentists and adopt the more respected ‘dr’ title.
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Lloyd George pilgrimage
Museum to Britain’s first solicitor prime minister is an edifying experience – the profession should pull out the stops to keep it open.
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OpinionSRA must rethink its central exam plans
The volume of criticism against the planned Solicitors Qualifying Exam cannot be ignored.
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OpinionCriminal justice system needs team players
The National Audit Office’s report on the system’s efficiency is an alarming read.
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OpinionApple v FBI – whose side are you on?
In this liberty v security debate, it is plausible to argue from both sides. But lawyers have one reason to support Apple.
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OpinionSlater and Gordon has weeks to save itself
Australia-listed firm is effectively being run to get its banks their money back.
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OpinionBOOK REVIEW: The Acid Bath Murders – The Trials and Liquidations of John George Haigh
This stomach-churning history of a serial killer is driven by considerable narrative force.
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OpinionBOOK REVIEW: Justice Denied
A readable account of nigh-on 70 miscarriage cases, even if the format encourages omissions.
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BOOK REVIEW: Disabled Children: A Legal Handbook (second edition)
More than just a legal handbook. It made me realise I’m not alone.
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OpinionBOOK REVIEW: Martin Dash
This novel about anhedonia-inflicted lawyer Dash - a man complete with Duran Duran-style looks - fades towards the end.