THIS ISSUE
David Burrows assesses the most striking aspects of the draft Domestic Abuse Bill
Nicholas Roberts & Gary Bennett outline the Law Commission’s proposals for putting commonhold back in the spotlight
Is evidence which discloses iniquity still considered legally privileged? Shane Crawford looks at the facts
There is no limitation period in English criminal law in respect of serious criminal offences. Alec Samuels reports
Matilda Kingham provides an overview of the diversionary tactics employed to avoid paying child maintenance
Barristers & solicitors work together on fee-paid work, so why not provide the same service to pro bono clients, asks Eleanor Campbell
What can social justice lawyers in the UK learn from across the Atlantic about innovative ways to fund and deliver legal services? Fiona Bawdon explains
Convictions quashed but no compensation for wrongful imprisonment
MOVERS & SHAKERS
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Charles Russell Speechlys—James Paterson
Charles Russell Speechlys further bolsters Private Equity expertise with the appointment of James Paterson
Ellisons—Samuel Flower
Ellisons strengthens Rural Affairs team with senior appointment
Sidley—Carl Hotton
Sidley adds insurance mergers and acquisitions partner to London office
NEWS
Consultant-led law firms should prepare for closer regulatory attention as oversight evolves
Artificial intelligence may draft workplace grievances, but employers cannot treat them any differently from conventional complaints
From dishonest claimants to judicial promotions and procedural skirmishes, the latest legal developments offer plenty for litigators to digest
Fresh guidance is set to influence how courts decide whether hearings take place online or in person
County Court judges remain divided over whether landlords can lawfully force entry to carry out essential safety inspections after tenants ignore access injunctions
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