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Weil enhances private equity presence in Germany

Weil welcomes Dr. Olga Stürmer to bolster its private equity practice in Germany amid rapid growth

Crown Court backlog reaches alarming levels

The Crown Court backlog has surged to 80,829 cases by June 2026 creating severe justice delays

Business rates hinder retail investment growth

Research indicates significant disparities in rateable values across England, impacting retail investment decisions nationwide

Magistrate recruitment drive seeks heroes

The Government's campaign aims to recruit thousands of new magistrates to enhance local justice delivery

What makes a transatlantic law firm merger work?

Ben Sanderson examines the strategic, regulatory and cultural considerations shaping successful mergers between UK and US law firms

Divorce rates in England and Wales show slight increase

The ONS reports a small rise in divorce statistics for 2025, highlighting evolving societal trends in relationships

Testing finds alarming PFAS levels in Thornton Cleveleys

Recent blood tests on Thornton Cleveleys residents reveal significant health risks linked to chemical exposure

DMH Stallard advises on BDX Group acquisition

DMH Stallard's guidance has been pivotal in the successful acquisition of Socrates Imaging B.V. and Socrates Imaging Ltd by BDX Group Ltd and Socrates Holdings...