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Eerily quiet

Even though low volatility should help investors get a good night's sleep, there are increasing concerns afoot, but for how long, asks Claire Bennison

LLP stakeholders: Financial reward and ownership under the Finance Act 2014

William Wastie explores the options under the Finance Act 2014 for UK law firms looking to change their reward and ownership structures

Reputations take years to build and minutes to destroy

Wiping the slate clean for clients, especially high-profile ones, is now more complicated because of Googl';s 'right to be forgotten', argues Jonathan T R Silverman

Widening the family circle

Despite the perceived costs, there are merits to introducing independent trustees to help look after everyon';s best interests, says Nicola Marchant

Court of Protection update

The Supreme Court's decision in P v Cheshire West and Chester Council and Anr [2014] UKSC 19 is by far the most significant recent development in the realm of the Court of Protection.

Children update

Being a tattle-tale is not nice but informing the court about non-compliance is imperative, even if it makes you feel uncomfortable, urges Noel Arnold

Moneypenny expands teams as demand grows

Telephone answering specialist, Moneypenny, has added five new teams of receptionists dedicated to meeting the demands of the growing number of firms using the service.

Finding unison 'in wealth

Being super-rich today offers a sense ?of purpose rather than privilege, ?says Sarah Cormack