Appeal: judge went ‘too far’ in applying fundamental dishonesty
County court ruling finds judge was wrong to make costs penalty in PI claim ‘riddled with inconsistencies’.
Daniel ShenSmith
US kicks wider adoption of ABSs into long grass
American Bar Association says non-lawyer ownership is an opportunity, but wants more research.
Court fee hikes behind fall in business judgments
‘Common sense’ suggests number of court judgments reduced by fee rises – as well as economic recovery.
City split on ‘woeful’ white-collar crime law
‘It is hard to see that the Proceeds of Crime Act will ever be fit for purpose.’
MoJ seeks to plug legal aid housing gap
Citizens Advice bombarded with requests for advice on illegal eviction.
Judge rejects inadequate costs bills
‘Important warning’ to solicitors on information given to clients on work done.
Crowdfunding bid for second Brexit challenge
Bindmans solicitor John Halford instructed on article 50 case.
Received an NIP? Check whether its valid
How to check your Notice of Intended Prosecution: If you have been given, or have received a Notice of Intended Prosecution – often referred to as an NIP, you will no doubt want to know whether it is valid, and …
Criminal justice ‘institutionally racist’, solicitors allege
London Criminal Courts Solicitors’ Association says black defendants can often expect ‘white judges and an all-white courtroom’.
Society gives qualified backing to ABS reforms
Traditional firms and ABSs must operate on level playing field, says Chancery Lane.