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Post-Osborne estate planning

With a new chancellor of the exchequer at the helm, John Bunker urges lawyers not to lose sight of the reforms introduced by his predecessor

Correcting the imbalance 'in family mediation

Elizabeth Fletcher considers whether family mediation works for separating couples who cannot afford independent legal representation and what other options might be available

A rough guide to NEC contracts'

Chris Holwell identifies the key points that non-construction lawyers should be aware of to avoid being caught out by NEC contracts, particularly with regard to terminology

How to make compliance work for you

Compliance is often perceived as a cross to bear, but putting procedures in place to manage risk and engaging with employees can lessen the burden, says Victoria Simpson

Untangling the web: UK competition law after Brexit

With competition one of the areas where EU and domestic law are most closely intertwined, Becket McGrath considers the legal disruption involved in separating the two regimes and forming a replacement trading model

Briggs LJ: Mid-value mediation gap 'needs to be filled'

New online court to have an 'absolutely central role' in empowering parties to resolve civil disputes

Missing, presumed

The Presumption of Death Act finally provides a clear and coherent procedure for the families of missing people, writes Sarah Young

Civil justice system 'closed to the poorest'

Amnesty calls for an immediate review of LASPO as legislation 'decimates' access to justice