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Business20 Nov 2024

Law firms need to understand their brand

Kerry England explains why a strong, consistent brand is essential for law firms to stand out

Practice Notes20 Nov 2024

Employment Rights Bill: how it could transform the UK

Emmanuelle Ries and Emily Halcrow unpack the transformative Employment Rights Bill reshaping workplace protections in the UK

News20 Nov 2024

TLT settles phone hacking claim for Kieron Dyer against MGN Limited

TLT secures settlement for Kieron Dyer, with MGN admitting voicemail interception and paying damages, including a public apology

Book Reviews20 Nov 2024

Hogan Lovells strengthens German disputes team

Hogan Lovells expands its German litigation team with Thomas Nebel, focusing on ESG-related disputes

News20 Nov 2024

Bolt drivers win landmark worker rights ruling in £200 million claim

Thousands of drivers with the Bolt ride-hailing app have won a significant legal victory, achieving "worker" status, which entitles them to fundamental rights like paid holiday and minimum wage

News20 Nov 2024

Kelly Stricklin-Coutinho joins CPRC

Kelly Stricklin-Coutinho is appointed as a legally qualified member of the Civil Procedure Rule Committee

Interview17 Oct 2024

SJ Interview: Caroline Park

The SJ speaks to Caroline Park, family lawyer for the eye-wateringly wealthy and partner at Hughes Fowler Carruthers

Foreword8 Oct 2024

Consulting Engineer Professor Robert Jackson and General Practitioner Dr Frederick Newton discuss the environmental damage and health risks posed by seagulls coupled with issues relating to waste management, contamination, wildlife protection and claims for personal injury

Appointments20 Nov 2024

Construction partner joins Clarke Willmott’s Cardiff office

Clarke Willmott appoints James Williams as partner, enhancing non-contentious construction expertise in Cardiff.

Announcements20 Nov 2024

Birketts expands with Bristol office

Birketts strengthens its South-West presence, opening a full-service office in Bristol’s EQ building

More of the Latest Legal News

Understanding undue influence in will disputes

20 Nov 2024

Dedicated guidance supports in-house solicitors

20 Nov 2024

Peter Vaughan: SkyKick ruling tightens UK trademark strategies and ends broad filing practices

19 Nov 2024

Opinion

18 Nov 2024

Budget reforms pose tax challenges for farming families

Ingrid McCleave, a Partner at DMH Stallard, shares her thoughts on the impact of the tax reforms announced as part of the 2024 Budget for farming families

8 Nov 2024

Hague Convention on the Recognition and Enforcement of Foreign Judgments in Civil or Commercial Matters ratified by UK government

Dipesh Dosani, a Partner at Lincoln & Rowe, discusses what the ratification of the Hague Convention on the Recognition and Enforcement of Foreign Judgments in Civil or Commercial Matters will mean in practice for the parties to the convention

7 Nov 2024

The collapse of BHS: directors’ liability for wrongful trading and misfeasance

Dr Anil Balan, a Senior Lecturer in Professional Legal Education at the Dickson Poon School of Law, King’s College London, and a Senior Fellow of the Higher Education Academy, discusses the implications of the ruling that found former directors of BHS liable for wrongful trading and misfeasance

5 Nov 2024

The future for working parents in the legal profession

Recently a spate of law firms and professional service firms have announced gender-neutral parent leave policies which offer the same benefits to all parents

Feature

14 Nov 2024

The US Corporate Transparency Act: a guide for non-US lawyers

Gregory Herman-Giddens, Attorney at Law at TrustCounsel, offers guidance for non-US lawyers on the Corporate Transparency Act, with a focus on the unique challenges and issues related to entities held in trust

14 Nov 2024

Stand-off from Standish: where now for the reform of English financial divorce law

With proposals for reform due from the Law Commission, Andrew Barton, a Partner at Stephens Scown LLP, asks whether a recent Court of Appeal decision is likely to lead to greater predictability in the law or an increased likelihood of statutory reform

5 Nov 2024

Non-competition agreements: an ongoing and heated dispute in US law

Geoffrey A. Mort, Of Counsel at Kraus & Zuchlewski LLP, New York, provides a detailed overview of the debate surrounding non-compete agreements in the US and the issues related to their continued and future use

4 Nov 2024

Is the UK’s life sciences regulator, the MHRA, creating the right conditions to encourage businesses investing in artificial intelligence products?

Peter Rudd-Clarke, a Partner in Osborne Clarke’s life sciences and healthcare team, Tamara Quinn, a Director in Osborne Clarke’s AI, data and IP knowledge team, and Julia Smith, an associate in Osborne Clarke’s commercial team, provide a detailed breakdown of the approach being taken to artificial intelligence within the life sciences sector and the upcoming regulatory developments

Practice Notes

18 Nov 2024

The rebirth of the standard form

Anthony Armitage explores how contract standardisation and AI can streamline construction agreements and reduce disputes

18 Nov 2024

A perilous plague & menacing risk

Robert Jackson and Frederick Newton discuss viral vermin, contamination risks, and public health dangers.

12 Nov 2024

ADR offers attractive alternative in family trust and inheritance disputes

Alternative Dispute Resolution offers families a cost-effective, confidential, and less adversarial path for resolving inheritance and probate disputes, says Gonzalo Butori

11 Nov 2024

The cracks in UK’s anti-money laundering defences

Niall Hearty examines growing concerns over the lack of oversight in London's anti-money laundering efforts

International

19 Nov 2024

Italy's ban on overseas surrogacy targets same-sex couples

LGBTQ+ rights and surrogacy face growing legal threats as conservative policies intensify globally, say Alphonse Provinziano and Alessandro Gravante

12 Nov 2024

Closing the gender gap in Cyprus: The 2024 Commissioner for Gender Equality Law

Athina Evagorou explores how Cyprus is making strides towards gender equality through new legislation

7 Nov 2024

Is arbitration the big winner of Mexico’s 'democratisation' of its judiciary?

Eduardo Bereterbide explains how Mexico’s judicial reform threatens judicial independence, positioning arbitration as a safer route for impartiality

5 Nov 2024

Keeping off the FATF grey list

With the large influx of privately held investment funds into the UAE emanating from high net worth individuals in Eastern Europe and Asia, a significant increase in money laundering has become a serious risk. Government authorities need to work hard to ensure that the UAE does not return to the Financial Action Task Force (FATF) grey list

Business

19 Nov 2024

AI-powered information self-service will become a reality

Paul Walker explains that, in adopting Generative AI, law firms must prioritise robust information architecture.

19 Nov 2024

Unlocking success after a law firm merger

Integration is where mergers succeed or fail. Strong leadership, planning, and communication are critical for success, says Duncan Jackson

19 Nov 2024

AI powered information self-service will become a reality

Paul Walker examines how generative AI can revolutionise corporate self-service by unlocking legal knowledge assets securely and efficiently

21 Oct 2024

Cutting out the noise

Ross Meadows explains why collaboration between legal and financial advisors makes for clearer advice for clients

SJ Interview

24 Sept 2024

SJ Interview: Simon Hammond

Following the launch of the new Clinical Negligence Claims Agreement for 2024 by NHS Resolution, Solicitors Journal spoke to the Director of Claims Management at NHS Resolution, Simon Hammond

27 Aug 2024

SJ Interview: Robert Shooter

Robert Shooter speaks to the SJ for the September 2024 volume

18 Jun 2024

SJ Interview: Simon Slater and Emma Thompson

Emma Thompson, Partner and Head of Employment, and Simon Slater, Non-Executive Chair of Thackray Williams, share how their firm transitioned from a small high street law firm into a medium-sized LLP and an aspiring Top 200 UK firm. Additionally, they offer valuable advice for other firms aspiring to achieve similar growth and success in today’s competitive legal landscape, with AI as a key trend in the industry.

Appointments

20 Nov 2024

Russell-Cooke adds tax expert

Russell-Cooke welcomes corporate tax specialist Conor Brindley

20 Nov 2024

Campbell Forsyth appointed to Civil Procedure Rule Committee

Forsyth’s appointment underscores his extensive experience in both litigation and legal practice, marking a significant contribution to the work of the CPRC

19 Nov 2024

DLA Piper strengthens restructuring team

Adam Plainer joins DLA Piper’s global restructuring practice

19 Nov 2024

Commercial property expert joins Steele Raymond

Announcements

20 Nov 2024

Burges Salmon advises Gooch & Housego Plc on acquisition of Phoenix Optical

The strategic acquisition, which includes one of Europe’s largest diamond turning facilities, will allow G&H to expand its presence in the UK and European Aerospace & Defence markets

19 Nov 2024

Memery Crystal advises Oberoi Hotels on Mayfair acquisition

This marks the luxury hotel brand’s entry into the UK market

18 Nov 2024

Birketts advises on 'nature shares' biodiversity investment at Castle Howard

Birketts has advised Castle Howard Estate Limited in a groundbreaking investment initiative with the Environment Bank, allowing UK businesses to invest in “nature shares” that support biodiversity enhancement across 177 hectares of the North Yorkshire estate

15 Nov 2024

Switalskis launches new inheritance disputes service to meet regional demand

Switalskis has introduced a dedicated inheritance disputes service in response to the growing need for expert legal support in inheritance, wills, and trust disputes across South Yorkshire

Events

20 Nov 2024

Lawnet awards celebrate innovation and collaboration in legal sector

LawNet awards 2024 recognise exceptional achievements in the legal sector, honoring firms that prioritise people-first strategies

25 Oct 2024

Bishop & Sewell named large business of the year

Bishop & Sewell LLP, a distinguished London law firm, has been awarded the title of ‘Large Business of the Year’ at the Kensington, Chelsea & Westminster Business Awards 2024

24 Oct 2024

inCase client experience app shortlisted for two prestigious conveyancing awards

The legal client experience app, inCase, part of Access Legal, has been shortlisted for two top categories at the Modern Law Conveyancing Awards 2024

23 Oct 2024

Freeths 'woman with edge' winner announced

Julianne Ponan MBE wins Freeths' ‘Woman with Edge’ award at Manchester's prestigious Women of the Year event

Advertising Feature

Business20 Nov 2024

Law firms need to understand their brand

Kerry England explains why a strong, consistent brand is essential for law firms to stand out

Practice Notes20 Nov 2024

Employment Rights Bill: how it could transform the UK

Emmanuelle Ries and Emily Halcrow unpack the transformative Employment Rights Bill reshaping workplace protections in the UK

News20 Nov 2024

TLT settles phone hacking claim for Kieron Dyer against MGN Limited

TLT secures settlement for Kieron Dyer, with MGN admitting voicemail interception and paying damages, including a public apology

Book Reviews20 Nov 2024

Hogan Lovells strengthens German disputes team

Hogan Lovells expands its German litigation team with Thomas Nebel, focusing on ESG-related disputes

News20 Nov 2024

Bolt drivers win landmark worker rights ruling in £200 million claim

Thousands of drivers with the Bolt ride-hailing app have won a significant legal victory, achieving "worker" status, which entitles them to fundamental rights like paid holiday and minimum wage

News20 Nov 2024

Kelly Stricklin-Coutinho joins CPRC

Kelly Stricklin-Coutinho is appointed as a legally qualified member of the Civil Procedure Rule Committee

Interview17 Oct 2024

SJ Interview: Caroline Park

The SJ speaks to Caroline Park, family lawyer for the eye-wateringly wealthy and partner at Hughes Fowler Carruthers

Foreword8 Oct 2024

E.Gull – A Toxic Tern

Appointments20 Nov 2024

Construction partner joins Clarke Willmott’s Cardiff office

Clarke Willmott appoints James Williams as partner, enhancing non-contentious construction expertise in Cardiff.

Announcements20 Nov 2024

Birketts expands with Bristol office

Birketts strengthens its South-West presence, opening a full-service office in Bristol’s EQ building

More of the Latest Legal News

Understanding undue influence in will disputes

20 Nov 2024

Dedicated guidance supports in-house solicitors

20 Nov 2024

Peter Vaughan: SkyKick ruling tightens UK trademark strategies and ends broad filing practices

19 Nov 2024

Opinion

18 Nov 2024

Budget reforms pose tax challenges for farming families

Ingrid McCleave, a Partner at DMH Stallard, shares her thoughts on the impact of the tax reforms announced as part of the 2024 Budget for farming families

8 Nov 2024

Hague Convention on the Recognition and Enforcement of Foreign Judgments in Civil or Commercial Matters ratified by UK government

7 Nov 2024

The collapse of BHS: directors’ liability for wrongful trading and misfeasance

5 Nov 2024

The future for working parents in the legal profession

Recently a spate of law firms and professional service firms have announced gender-neutral parent leave policies which offer the same benefits to all parents

Feature

14 Nov 2024

The US Corporate Transparency Act: a guide for non-US lawyers

14 Nov 2024

Stand-off from Standish: where now for the reform of English financial divorce law

5 Nov 2024

Non-competition agreements: an ongoing and heated dispute in US law

4 Nov 2024

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