THIS ISSUE
DocuSign, the electronic signature specialists, is running a webinar on the latest guidance on witnessing electronic signatures in Land Registration deeds, and related topics
In a second special update on the justice system, Roger Smith turns his attention to technology, private practice & low income clients
What will be in a future Procurement Bill? Paul Henty explores the possibilities
Business development & marketing converged during the pandemic: Leor Franks advises focusing on clients to stand out
David Wolchover & Anthony Heaton-Armstrong argue the evidential threshold test for prosecution has had its day
Alan Sheeley, Emilie Jones & offshore specialists from Appleby discuss the key role of third-party disclosure to tackle offshore fraud
Snippets from The Reduced Law Dictionary, by Roderick Ramage
What’s in a name? John Gould on when historical ideals fall out of step with the modern day
Bargaining rights denied: Ian Smith reports on Deliveroo drivers, detriments & debatable opinions
MOVERS & SHAKERS
NLJ Career Profile: Daniel Burbeary, Michelman Robinson
Daniel Burbeary, office managing partner of Michelman Robinson, discusses launching in London, the power of the law, and what the kitchen can teach us about litigating
Sidley—Jeremy Trinder
Global finance group strengthened by returning partner in London
Joelson—Jennifer Mansoor
West End firm strengthens employment and immigration team with partner hire
NEWS
The controversial Courts and Tribunals Bill has passed its second reading by 304 votes to 203, despite concerted opposition from the legal profession
The presumption of parental involvement is to be abolished, the Lord Chancellor David Lammy has confirmed
A highly experienced chartered legal executive has been prevented from representing her client in financial remedies proceedings, in a case that highlights the continued fallout from Mazur
Plans to commandeer 50%-75% of the interest on lawyers’ client accounts to fund the justice system overlook the cost and administrative burden of this on small and medium law firms, CILEX has warned
Lawyers have been asked for their views on proposals to change the penalties for assaulting a police officer
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