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An honest mistake

The High Court has proven itself willing to set aside adverse effects that inadvertently penalise a client as a result of incomplete advice

Give and take

There's more to local community work and philanthropic projects than simply donating money. Time and expertise are equally valuable

The unreliable self-regulation of sport

Gregory Ioannidis discusses what legally constitutes anti-doping in athletics, and how difficult it is to prove any alleged offences

Freifeld v West Kensington Court Ltd: What a relief

Simon Allison looks at the circumstances in which relief from forfeiture will be granted by the court, and where it will not

Restoring common sense

The courts are increasingly prepared to make pragmatic decisions to avoid the manifestly unjust outcomes brought about by Mitchell, explain Andy McGregor and Adam Forster

How do you make a potential client feel?

Are you one of the firm's wasting money on poor handling of enquires? ?Viv Williams on how to win and convert new business

The Modern Slavery Act clamps down on big business

Ryan Clement discusses the latest case law in the employment sector, proposed legislation, a pivotal CJEU ruling, and the ongoing review of tribunal fees

The SRA must consider the impact of naming and shaming

The regulator continues to publish allegations concerning solicitors' misconduct, despite claims then being found to be unsubstantiated, writes Susanna Heley