The Junior Lawyers Division (JLD)’s eighth annual essay competition is now open for applications. This year’s essay title, ‘How will the rule of law be affected by advances in legal technology?’ should be tackled in no more than 2,000 words, and submitted before the deadline of 30 November 2018. Anyone with the status of LPC student, LPC graduate or trainee solicitor as of the closing date is welcome to apply; as well as a cash prize of £500, the winner will also see their essay published on the JLD website. Entries should be sent via email to juniorlawyers@lawsociety.org.uk.
08 August 2018
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MOVERS & SHAKERS
Shakespeare Martineau—Marie Bourke
Shakespeare Martineau strengthens Sheffield regulatory practice with new hires
Sackers—Louise McRae & Annabella Hwang
Sackers recruits new associates
McHale & Co—Shaun Little & Patrick Byrne
Firm bolsters senior team with head of corporate and head of employment
NEWS
A wide-ranging Civil Way column highlights developments from insolvency procedure to employment law, but one case stands out for its lessons on bankruptcy, family homes and digital communications
A sprawling Intellectual Property Office battle between House of Fraser and Frasers Property has delivered a masterclass in modern trade mark law
Courts in England and Wales and Singapore are increasingly confronting complex disputes over international child relocation as families become more globally mobile
The government’s long-awaited family law reform consultation could mark a turning point for domestic abuse victims navigating financial remedy proceedings, but significant challenges remain
A new commercial court pilot giving the public access to documents used in hearings, including expert reports, is raising difficult questions about transparency and privacy
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