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Football’s crypto sponsorship problem demands tougher enforcement

The FCA’s overdue warning must lead to binding sponsorship rules, faster enforcement and meaningful recovery for affected consumers

Travers Smith achieves record financial results

Travers Smith LLP has revealed its provisional financial results for the year that ended on 30 June 2026, with key highlights including turnover of £229.4m,...

Rachel Reeves' sister takes office as Attorney General

Ellie Reeves has taken on the role of Attorney General, fulfilling key legal responsibilities for the government

Moorwand v Hamblin: Court of Appeal restores payment provider's win over Quincecare duty in APP fraud case

Court of Appeal reinstates trial judge's finding that Moorwand was not put on enquiry over fraudulent transfers.

Three R Tourism v Orrick: High Court dismisses $73m negligence claim as time-barred

High Court grants summary judgement against Nigerian investors, finding their claim against law firm Orrick was out of time.

Salinas Pliego v Astor Asset Management: Court of Appeal condemns covert Black Cube operation against opponent's solicitor

Court of Appeal finds covert intelligence operation targeting a rival solicitor was an abuse of process, but declines to strike out the claim.

SJ Interview: Sohail Ali

Sohail Ali is a Disputes partner at DLA Piper, advising clients on complex cross-border litigation and arbitration matters. Alongside his practice, is also is a...

Matters of judgement

Flint Bishop expands with new partner

Flint Bishop has appointed James Parden as a partner in its Sheffield office to enhance property litigation expertise

Birketts helps Fixfast acquire OSC Sales

Birketts LLP has successfully advised Fixfast Holdings Ltd on its acquisition of OSC Sales Ltd, enhancing Fixfast’s position in the construction fixings sector