The Court of Appeal has suspended the controversial detained fast-track (DFT) system which keeps asylum seekers in detention while legal hearings and appeals take place.
A man wanted by Interpol has escaped extradition to Albania after establishing a case of mistaken identity.
The Legal Ombudsman (LeO) has issued guidance for accountants authorised to offer probate services.
Roger Smith admires the legal aid administration north of the border
Thomas Braithwaite follows the use of personal claims in support of proprietary rights
Criminal legal aid solicitors across England and Wales were divided on whether to take direct action this week over new contract terms.
Charles Pigott explains how Christian bakers came unstuck over a “gay cake”
Dervla Simm & Telha Arshad address proportionality as a standalone ground for judicial review at common law
MOVERS & SHAKERS
NLJ Career Profile: Nikki Bowker, Devonshires
Nikki Bowker, head of litigation and dispute resolution at Devonshires, on career resilience, diversity in law and channelling Elle Woods when the pressure is on
Ellisons—Sarah Osborne
Leasehold enfranchisement specialist joins residential property team
DWF—Chris Air
Firm strengthens commercial team in Manchester with partner appointment
