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Change of status: Manage newly-classified LLP salaried members

Louis Baker and Susan Ball consider the practical steps to take if an LLP member will be classed by HMRC as a salaried member from...

LLP vs. Ltd Co: Restructuring your firm in light of the UK LLP tax changes

In the first of a series of five team articles on how to restructure your ?law firm in light of the UK LLP tax changes,...

Pushing all tribunal cases through the First-tier Tribunal would be unfair

The Solicitors Disciplinary Tribunal has its flaws but it does protect solicitors, says Susanna Heley

Shaping one of the most significant welfare reforms in 70 years

The Department for Work and Pensions will have been relieved by the Court of Appeal's judgment on benefits while government will be praying it was...

Insolvency rules: a debtor's charter for delay?

When faced with a defendant who has no incentive to pay, getting an interim fee is essential, says Ed Crosse

Clearing the air: further clarity for private nuisance by the Supreme Court

While the planning authority's role is granting permission, the court must consider whether nuisance exists, says Dr Paul Stookes

Finding your law firm's niche

A hit-and-miss approach to offering niche services isn't appropriate in today's turbulent times, warns Catherine Maxfield

Commercial law update

The Supreme Court's wise decision in Cramaso reinforces to draftsmen the importance of considering the prelude to a contract, says Mark Lucas