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Changes to non-compete clauses impact growth

Revisions to non-compete clauses may stifle innovation and undermine the labour market according to Meaby & Co

LPA pricing gap revealed by research

Nearly three-quarters of solicitor firms fail to publish lasting power of attorney prices, causing confusion for clients

Planning reform: Lessons from the High Court

A recent High Court ruling highlights the legal and political pressures surrounding forthcoming reforms to planning committees

From multimillion-dollar fraud defendant to multimillion-dollar judgment creditor

Steven Kelbrick achieves a remarkable victory against billionaire John Fredriksen after a decade-long legal battle

Appropriate alternative development: Practical lessons from the Curzon cases

The Curzon cases clarify how planning prospects, development proposals and evidential requirements should be assessed in CAAD disputes

Sackers welcomes TPR guidance on AI in pensions

Sackers responds positively to TPR's new guidance that promotes the exploration of AI in pension schemes

SJ Interview: Richard Susskind

For the November 2026 volume, Richard Susskind speaks to Solicitors Journal

Who takes responsibility?

Legal reform only matters if it helps people enforce their rights, get redress, and know who is supposed to do something when things go wrong

Dechert strengthens M&A and private equity

Dechert LLP has enhanced its corporate capabilities in Dubai by welcoming partner Adnan Bekdur to the firm, significantly bolstering its M&A, private equity and sovereign...

DWF retains key role with Homes England

DWF has been reappointed to Homes England's Legal Services Framework, expanding its role significantly over four years