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Lawyers without frontiers: Fiji after the coup
Solicitors Journal

Lawyers without frontiers: Fiji after the coup

The military coup that overthrew the legitimately elected government of Fiji two years ago remains a threat to the rule of law and to the independence of lawyers, says Sara Chandler
The American dream?
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The American dream?

The SFO's new guidelines for dealing with overseas corruption contain admirable aims, but it remains to be seen how successful implementing an American model will be, says Hassan Khan
Over but not out
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Over but not out

Edward Heaton explains the rights of adoptive, unmarried and step-parents when a relationship breaks down
The key to succession
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The key to succession

Companies should have a clear plan in place when recruiting board members, says Susan Thomas
What's in store?
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What's in store?

Solicitors should ensure they fulfil their duty to oversee the preservation of electronically stored information, or risk facing a negligence claim, says John Okonkwo
Down to business
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Down to business

Firms should take a fresh approach to marketing and recognise the value of business management and motivation, says Dianne Bown-Wilson
Running the risk
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Running the risk

Alleging fraud is a high-risk strategy and claimants looking to do so should proceed with caution, says Clare Stanley
Riding the wave
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Riding the wave

The arrival of ABS and the predicted rise in bulk conveyancing are causing concern in the legal world, but some firms are considering how they might turn these threats into opportunities. Jenny Ramage reports