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Solicitors central to conveyancing reform

Government aims to modernise conveyancing with digitalisation, reducing delays and transaction failures in home buying

Government agency steps in to pay major city crime victims almost £50m in compensation

Law firm JF Law reviewed claims made to the Criminal Injuries Compensation Authority from Britain’s biggest cities

Dechert expands private equity capabilities

Dechert LLP announced today the addition of Nick Tomlinson as a partner in its corporate and securities practice group, further enhancing the firm’s global private equity and corporate M&A capabilities. Mr. Tomlinson will be based in the firm’s London office.

Shell faces trial over oil pollution

Oil giant Shell will stand trial at the High Court in London from 13 February to 7 March 2025 over claims that it is responsible for devastating oil pollution in two Nigerian communities and has breached their right to a clean and healthy environment

FJG promotes four key members

Fisher Jones Greenwood announces promotions to strengthen its team amid increasing client demand

Judicial review venue decision for Andrew Wardley

High Court decides on the appropriate venue for a judicial review involving the General Medical Council

Court of Appeal rules on confiscation order in fraud case

The Court of Appeal addressed a confiscation order following a fraud conviction, focusing on available assets and procedural fairness

Court addresses costs management in serious injury case

High Court deliberates on costs management in a complex personal injury case involving a serious road accident