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
Clarke Willmott—Matthew Roach
Partner joins commercial property team in Taunton office
Farrer & Co—Richard Lane
Londstanding London firm appoints new senior partner
Bird & Bird—Sue McLean
Commercial team in London welcomes technology specialist as partner
