Competition Commission
Merging Firms, Benefits, Cultural Fit
The chancellor’s U-turn on capital gains tax (CGT) has evoked mixed reactions from lawyers and accountants, with many complaining that it will complicate the system.
The UK needs to improve its woeful record on combating bribery, says Eoin O’Shea
Small and medium-sized firms will be “disadvantaged disproportionately” by the new legal disciplinary practice (LDP) provisions of the Legal Services Act, the Legal Services Policy Institute claims.
Bear Stearns represents a costly lesson in contractual principles, says Paul Nicholls
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Commercial
Shareholders now have a statutory right to sue directors in derivative actions. Will they use it? asks Dov Ohrenstein
Bell Yard Kysen appoints senior legal PR and ex-government communications adviser, Liz Giles
Clarke Willmott boosts Southampton commercial property team with addition of partner Lee Edwards
Lime Solicitors announces four promotions