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Business10 Dec 2024

The new offence of failure to prevent fraud: how businesses must prepare

Rachael Gregory explains how new fraud prevention laws will hold corporations strictly accountable for employee misconduct,

Business10 Dec 2024

How firms and individuals should approach the recent FCA crackdown on finfluencers

Richard Coopey examines the FCA's escalating campaign against finfluencers and the risks of misleading financial promotions

Feature10 Dec 2024

The Domestic Abuse Act 2021 three years on

Marilyn Bell, a Partner and Head of Family Law at SA Law, takes a look at the impact of the Domestic Abuse Act three years after it came into force and, in particular, shares her thoughts on the challenge of proving abuse in court

News10 Dec 2024

Clear strategic vision for competition enforcement

Juliette Enser outlines CMA strategy to drive growth, deter anti-competitive practices, and maintain open markets

News10 Dec 2024

Scots law sees training boom

Scotland’s legal sector thrives with a surge in new traineeships, marking strong confidence in its future

News9 Dec 2024

Survivor calls for regulation to protect public

Ella Janneh launches campaign for regulation of psychotherapists and counsellors in the UK

Interview29 Nov 2024

Reflections on Judging

On 30 September 2024 Sir Jonathan Cohen KC retired from being a full-time High Court Judge of the Family Division

Foreword7 Nov 2024

Is arbitration the big winner of Mexico’s 'democratisation' of its judiciary?

Eduardo Bereterbide explains how Mexico’s judicial reform threatens judicial independence, positioning arbitration as a safer route for impartiality

Appointments11 Dec 2024

Brabners bolsters corporate team further

Brabners appoints Dan McCormack as partner, enhancing its renowned corporate team with regional expertise

Announcements10 Dec 2024

Lawhive secures $40m for us growth

UK legaltech Lawhive raises $40m to expand its AI-driven legal services platform in the US market

More of the Latest Legal News

Barrister Apprenticeship Standard

9 Dec 2024

Housing and clean energy

6 Dec 2024

Is security of tenure ending?

6 Dec 2024

Opinion

9 Dec 2024

The findings from the independent investigation into the NHS in England

Rachel Pearce, Head of Clinical Negligence and Personal Injury at Coodes Solicitors, explores the recent report published by the Rt Hon. Professor the Lord Darzi of Denham into the state of the NHS

6 Dec 2024

From niche to necessity: the development of ESG in the UK

Diane Gilhooley, Global Practice Group Head of Employment, Labor and Pensions, and Global Co-Head of Environmental, Social and Governance at Eversheds Sutherland, discusses the rise of environmental, social and governance (ESG) in the UK and the changes on the horizon

5 Dec 2024

Alternative dispute resolution takes centre stage

Sandi Simons, a Partner, and Maninder Goraya, an Associate, at Harbottle & Lewis, discuss the amendments to the Civil Procedure Rules instigated by the decision in Churchill and the potential impact of these reforms on alternative dispute resolution

4 Dec 2024

CILEx Regulation

Transparency of information benefits both legal services consumers and firms

Feature

4 Dec 2024

Surrogacy in the UK and the need for legal reform

Deirdre Fottrell KC and Andrew Powell, Barristers at 4BP, take a look at the law on surrogacy in the UK and the room for reform, as well as several recent international developments

2 Dec 2024

Part 26A restructuring plans – where are we now for the restructuring tool of choice?

Michael Mulligan, Charlotte Mullis, and Martha Wyrick from Haynes and Boone, discuss the lessons learned from numerous rulings by English courts in 2024 on restructuring plan decisions

28 Nov 2024

The UK Arbitration Bill: what do you need to know?

Ashleigh Brocchieri, Expert Counsel, and Colleen Parker-Bacquet, Counsel, for the ICC International Court of Arbitration, provide an overview of the UK’s Arbitration Bill

21 Nov 2024

A missed opportunity to make health, education and social support savings through investment in early justice interventions

Associate Professor Liz Curran, Nottingham Law School, explains how justice expenditure could be redirected for better social outcomes

Practice Notes

9 Dec 2024

The case for mandatory reporting laws in the UK

The Makin Review highlights systemic failures in safeguarding children and calls for a legal obligation to report child abuse, says Alan Collins

5 Dec 2024

From bribery to false representation: civil fraud explained

Tim Thompson explains the remedies available to those who have suffered financial harm due to fraudulent misrepresentation or deceit

4 Dec 2024

Why Agricultural Property Relief reforms pose challenges for farming families

Ingrid McCleave says the announced inheritance tax reforms risk uprooting family farms and deepening challenges for British agriculture

3 Dec 2024

Arrests for illegal working surge following Home Office crackdown

Illegal working arrests up 25% since July as Home Office targets rogue employers and exploitation

International

9 Dec 2024

What the Alternative Investment Fund Managers Directive 2.0 means for EU marketing funds

Marianna Tothova examines key reforms to European fund management, with enhanced disclosures, marketing rules, and reporting obligations for AIFMs

19 Nov 2024

After US ruling, Italy's ban on overseas surrogacy targets same-sex couples

LGBTQ+ rights and surrogacy face growing legal threats as conservative policies intensify globally, say Alphonse Provinziano and Alessandro Gravante

12 Nov 2024

Closing the gender gap in Cyprus

Athina Evagorou explores how Cyprus is making strides towards gender equality through new legislation

5 Nov 2024

Keeping off the FATF grey list

With the large influx of privately held investment funds into the UAE emanating from high net worth individuals in Eastern Europe and Asia, a significant increase in money laundering has become a serious risk. Government authorities need to work hard to ensure that the UAE does not return to the Financial Action Task Force (FATF) grey list

Business

27 Nov 2024

Adopting the four-day workweek in the legal sector

Marcin Durlak opines that a four-day workweek may revolutionise productivity and wellbeing in legal practice

21 Nov 2024

AML: how law firms can best protect themselves from SRA money laundering fines

Harriet Holmes explains how law firms can reduce the likelihood of regulatory failures and avoid potentially costly fines

20 Nov 2024

Law firms need to understand their brand

Kerry England, Business Development Director at The Family Law Co. explains why a strong, consistent brand is essential for law firms to stand out

19 Nov 2024

AI-powered information self-service will become a reality

Paul Walker explains that, in adopting Generative AI, law firms must prioritise robust information architecture.

SJ Interview

17 Oct 2024

SJ Interview: Caroline Park

The SJ speaks to Caroline Park, family lawyer for the eye-wateringly wealthy and partner at Hughes Fowler Carruthers

24 Sept 2024

SJ Interview: Simon Hammond

Following the launch of the new Clinical Negligence Claims Agreement for 2024 by NHS Resolution, Solicitors Journal spoke to the Director of Claims Management at NHS Resolution, Simon Hammond

27 Aug 2024

SJ Interview: Robert Shooter

Robert Shooter speaks to the SJ for the September 2024 volume

18 Jun 2024

SJ Interview: Simon Slater and Emma Thompson

Emma Thompson, Partner and Head of Employment, and Simon Slater, Non-Executive Chair of Thackray Williams, share how their firm transitioned from a small high street law firm into a medium-sized LLP and an aspiring Top 200 UK firm. Additionally, they offer valuable advice for other firms aspiring to achieve similar growth and success in today’s competitive legal landscape, with AI as a key trend in the industry.

Appointments

10 Dec 2024

Thomson snell & passmore promotions

Thomson Snell & Passmore announces promotions and solicitor appointments, highlighting commitment to talent development

9 Dec 2024

Graeme Cushion becomes managing partner

Graeme Cushion appointed to lead Poppleston Allen, strengthening its position as a leading licensing firm

9 Dec 2024

Gateley legal boosts corporate team

Mo Shabbir joins Gateley Legal's Reading Corporate team, bringing extensive experience in corporate law

5 Dec 2024

Gateley Legal appoints real estate litigation partner

Gateley Legal strengthens its real estate dispute team in London with the appointment of partner Martin Thomas

Announcements

9 Dec 2024

Browne Jacobson advises Celtic Freeport as it opens for business

A major Welsh freeport launches, expected to create 11,500 jobs and attract £8.4 billion investment

9 Dec 2024

DLA Piper opens Leeds office

DLA Piper opens eco-friendly City Square House in Leeds, reaffirming its commitment to innovation and sustainability

9 Dec 2024

Freeths advises on luxury watch investment

Freeths supports Watchfinder founder Stuart Hennell on his strategic investment in Subdial’s £1.5m funding round

6 Dec 2024

Goodwin advise space tech startup

Goodwin advised an investor consortium on the $160 million Series B funding round for space startup TEC

Events

20 Nov 2024

Lawnet awards celebrate innovation and collaboration in legal sector

LawNet awards 2024 recognise exceptional achievements in the legal sector, honouring firms that prioritise people-first strategies

25 Oct 2024

Bishop & Sewell named large business of the year

Bishop & Sewell LLP, a distinguished London law firm, has been awarded the title of ‘Large Business of the Year’ at the Kensington, Chelsea & Westminster Business Awards 2024

24 Oct 2024

inCase client experience app shortlisted for two prestigious conveyancing awards

The legal client experience app, inCase, part of Access Legal, has been shortlisted for two top categories at the Modern Law Conveyancing Awards 2024

23 Oct 2024

Freeths 'woman with edge' winner announced

Julianne Ponan MBE wins Freeths' ‘Woman with Edge’ award at Manchester's prestigious Women of the Year event

Business10 Dec 2024

The new offence of failure to prevent fraud: how businesses must prepare

Rachael Gregory explains how new fraud prevention laws will hold corporations strictly accountable for employee misconduct,

Business10 Dec 2024

How firms and individuals should approach the recent FCA crackdown on finfluencers

Richard Coopey examines the FCA's escalating campaign against finfluencers and the risks of misleading financial promotions

Feature10 Dec 2024

The Domestic Abuse Act 2021 three years on

News10 Dec 2024

Clear strategic vision for competition enforcement

Juliette Enser outlines CMA strategy to drive growth, deter anti-competitive practices, and maintain open markets

News10 Dec 2024

Scots law sees training boom

Scotland’s legal sector thrives with a surge in new traineeships, marking strong confidence in its future

News9 Dec 2024

Survivor calls for regulation to protect public

Ella Janneh launches campaign for regulation of psychotherapists and counsellors in the UK

Interview29 Nov 2024

Reflections on Judging

On 30 September 2024 Sir Jonathan Cohen KC retired from being a full-time High Court Judge of the Family Division

Foreword7 Nov 2024

Is arbitration the big winner of Mexico’s 'democratisation' of its judiciary?

Eduardo Bereterbide explains how Mexico’s judicial reform threatens judicial independence, positioning arbitration as a safer route for impartiality

Appointments11 Dec 2024

Brabners bolsters corporate team further

Brabners appoints Dan McCormack as partner, enhancing its renowned corporate team with regional expertise

Announcements10 Dec 2024

Lawhive secures $40m for us growth

UK legaltech Lawhive raises $40m to expand its AI-driven legal services platform in the US market

More of the Latest Legal News

Barrister Apprenticeship Standard

9 Dec 2024

Housing and clean energy

6 Dec 2024

Is security of tenure ending?

6 Dec 2024

Opinion

9 Dec 2024

The findings from the independent investigation into the NHS in England

Rachel Pearce, Head of Clinical Negligence and Personal Injury at Coodes Solicitors, explores the recent report published by the Rt Hon. Professor the Lord Darzi of Denham into the state of the NHS

6 Dec 2024

From niche to necessity: the development of ESG in the UK

5 Dec 2024

Alternative dispute resolution takes centre stage

4 Dec 2024

CILEx Regulation

Transparency of information benefits both legal services consumers and firms

Feature

4 Dec 2024

Surrogacy in the UK and the need for legal reform

Deirdre Fottrell KC and Andrew Powell, Barristers at 4BP, take a look at the law on surrogacy in the UK and the room for reform, as well as several recent international developments

2 Dec 2024

Part 26A restructuring plans – where are we now for the restructuring tool of choice?

Michael Mulligan, Charlotte Mullis, and Martha Wyrick from Haynes and Boone, discuss the lessons learned from numerous rulings by English courts in 2024 on restructuring plan decisions

28 Nov 2024

The UK Arbitration Bill: what do you need to know?

Ashleigh Brocchieri, Expert Counsel, and Colleen Parker-Bacquet, Counsel, for the ICC International Court of Arbitration, provide an overview of the UK’s Arbitration Bill

21 Nov 2024

A missed opportunity to make health, education and social support savings through investment in early justice interventions

Associate Professor Liz Curran, Nottingham Law School, explains how justice expenditure could be redirected for better social outcomes

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