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06 July 2015
Issue: 7660 / Categories: Legal News , Profession
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Meeting the needs of vulnerable clients

Solicitors may need to adapt their usual mode of working when dealing with vulnerable clients, the Law Society explains in new guidance published last week. In a new practice note, published last week, the Society gives advice on the best approach when working with clients who have mental or physical difficulties and require extra support, lack mental capacity or who are vulnerable due to undue influence or duress.

The practice note can be found on the Law Society website.

Issue: 7660 / Categories: Legal News , Profession
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MOVERS & SHAKERS

Harneys—Maggie Kwok & George Weston

Harneys—Maggie Kwok & George Weston

Harneys senior leadership appointments

Freeths—Keith Browne & Jim Jordan

Freeths—Keith Browne & Jim Jordan

Freeths strengthens London Construction and Engineering practice with two strategic senior hires

Anthony Collins—Laura Moss

Anthony Collins—Laura Moss

Anthony Collins announces strategic hire to deepen skills base in the social business sector

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