The small claims system is too complicated for non-lawyers & needs simplifying, says Peter Thompson QC
Far from a ‘soft crime’, lying in court really does have consequences as Christopher Filor & James Ramsden QC explain
Jurisdiction & habitual residence: Pierburg v Pierburg has provided some clarity, but for how long? Stuart Webber investigates
The launch of a revised Code of Fundraising Practice is a key milestone for charities & fundraisers: Bethan Walsh looks at what they need to do next
Post-Lachaux, how have the courts been confronting defamation & the serious harm test? Athelstane Aamodt offers an update
A law firm’s discourteous treatment of a costs lawyer backfired when a judge stepped in. Claire Green explains
Stephen Lewis discusses the Law Commission’s work on electronic execution of documents & why they’ve confirmed that electronic signatures are a viable alternative to handwritten signatures
Edwina Bones explains why you must be careful with your competitions if you want to be Queen or King of the Castle
MOVERS & SHAKERS
Muckle LLP—Rachael Chapman
Sports, education and charities practice welcomes senior associate
Ellisons—Carla Jones
Partner and head of commercial litigation joins in Chelmsford
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Freeths—Louise Mahon
Firm strengthens Glasgow corporate practice with partner hire
