All articles by Simon Davis
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OpinionConveyancing solicitors keeping people moving during the Covid-19 crisis
Law Society's property law conference will offer insights from experts on developments in SDLT, planning law, residential and commercial property law.
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OpinionThe rule of law is not negotiable
Britain’s international standing is underpinned by our reputation for respect for the rule of law and fair play.
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OpinionMaintaining the lawtech momentum
The legal profession has adapted swiftly to the pandemic. Underpinning this achievement is technology.
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OpinionA balancing act: Trade negotiations
Citizens and corporates of the EU and the UK should be able to choose the lawyers they want without unnecessary barriers.
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FeatureTools to help you get back to a new normal
A new Law Society initiative as the Covid-19 crisis abates.
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OpinionUK looks to Australia for trade negotiations
Free trade agreement with Australia has potential to benefit both nations as well as our legal professions.
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OpinionUK trade discussions continue, despite pandemic
Law Society has been lobbying on behalf of members to ensure legal services and voice of profession are heard.
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OpinionChange on the horizon for registered foreign lawyers in Japan
Development enhances areas of mutual interest once EU arrangements end.
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OpinionUnderstanding won't save legal aid firms - we need action, now
Sector facing collapse without extra support, warns the Law Society's president.
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OpinionLugano: imperfect, but better than nothing
Convention is a ready-made solution for cross-border recognition of court judgments once the Brexit transition period ends.
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OpinionJustice Week: young people fear for democracy
Young people are worried their freedoms are being eroded and call for more knowledge of how the law works.
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OpinionEnding the ‘blame game’
‘No fault’ divorce will allow couples to separate as painlessly as possible. But every detail of the Divorce Bill must be carefully considered.
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OpinionHow we are helping solicitors get on to the bench
Law Society and its Solicitor Judges Division have been advocating for greater diversity in the judiciary and are determined to lead the efforts to increase the number of solicitor judges.
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FeatureBuilding a career in the law
The profession attracts people from all backgrounds and walks of life, with no two lawyers’ days looking the same.
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OpinionLawtech regulation must not stifle innovation
Striking the balance between protecting legal service consumers and encouraging modernisation will mean a bright future for the profession.
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OpinionWe will continue fight to reduce probate backlogs
Grieving families have no choice but to apply for probate. This should not be the source of additional stress, says Law Society president.
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OpinionMen have an important role to play in achieving gender equality in the law
When male partners make a conscious effort to change ‘masculine’ work cultures, this filters through the organisation.
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FeatureNo-deal would place our profession in peril
As part of a special focus on Brexit: The no-deal implications for the legal sector.