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Cross-border jurisdictions problematic for privilege

Different concepts of 'privilege' can present challenges, but there are a few steps that can bring some predictability, say Colin Passmore and Alexandra Webster

Avoiding estate disputes

Rigorous documentation around assessments of capacity should become the norm, especially considering the concerning rise in dementia figures, says Sir Robert Francis QC

Shaping government policy

Ministers must consider the cost of defending poor decisions, Katy Watts tells Matthew Rogers

Do you need protection from an obsessive LIP?

Jonathan Fozard explains how solicitors can protect their clients from troublesome LIPs

Graduates develop lead generation chatbot for law firms

Prediction algorithm combined with machine learning will deliver quality referrals, LawBotX team promises

Calling Mr Perseverance and Miss Analytical

What can law firms learn from Mr Men themed personality tests for new hires, asks Matthew Kay

Guidance needed over new risk-based anti-money laundering regulations

Firms urged to start re-assessing risk and reviewing existing policies

Lady Hale to become Supreme Court president

New president to be joined by second ever woman on UK's highest Court