The legal forecast is pretty gloomy, with the occasional sunny spell, says Roger Smith
David Hertzell & Julia Jarzabkowski aim to fend off groundless IP threats
Julian Yew & Anna Henry examine the pros & cons of the forthcoming “protected conversations” law
Geraldine Morris assesses the implications of Prest on family law
Joyce hits home that crime doesn’t pay, notes Karen O’Sullivan
Do not delay in bringing judicial review proceedings, warns Nicholas Dobson
Court fees & rent deposits grab the headlines
R (on the application of Willford) v Financial Services Authority [2013] EWCA Civ 674, [2013] All ER (D) 115 (Jun)
Smith and others v Ministry of Defence; Ellis v Ministry of Defence; Allbutt and others v Ministry of Defence [2013] UKSC 41, [2013] All ER (D) 167 (Jun)
Fine & Country Ltd and other companies v Okotoks Ltd (formerly Spicerhaart Ltd) and another company [2013] EWCA Civ 672, [2013] All ER (D) 137 (Jun)
MOVERS & SHAKERS
Katten Muchin Rosenman—Charlotte Hill
Katten strengthens financial markets and funds group in London
Hugh James—Keith Cundall & Lee Hart
Hugh James expands national Serious Injury team with two new Partners
HFW—Rémi Ducloyer
HFW continues Paris office growth with public law Partner hire
