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Debunking 'cohabitation myths

Mariko Wilson discusses some commonly held false beliefs regarding the legal rights of cohabiting couples, and the advice practitioners should give clients to protect themselves

Thought leadership begins at home

Brexit will bring opportunities for some firms and put a strain on others; leaders must respond by reacting quickly and planning ahead, writes Steve Billot

The implications of Brexit 'for UK commercial disputes

Andy McGregor and Sarah Shaul consider the possible effects of withdrawal from the EU on the use of English governing law and jurisdiction clauses in...

Protecting brands 'in the 'age of you'

Phil Sherrell, Hilary Atherton, and Daisy Dier advise on how brands can safeguard their IP rights and brand image while meeting customer demand for personalised...

EU negotiations from the outside

Whichever path the UK takes to a new trade agreement with the EU, it is likely to require free movement of persons as a trade-off...

New questions over the Human Rights Act

Dr Helen O'Nions considers what the new political scene will mean for the much-delayed British Bill of Rights, and other developments in human rights law

Advising sophisticated clients revisited

Phil Murrin

The law of 'fair presentations'

David Hertzell examines the intricacies of the new Insurance Act 2015 and what it means for law firms' professional indemnity policies