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Will rectification: an area on the mend

Lord Neuberger's ruling in the 'clerical error' case is a step in the right direction, says Kevin Shannon

Keeping watch: why sound financial management remains a priority

Predictions of a better economic outlook should not stop firms designing and implementing rigorous accounting and management systems, says Tony Harvey

Residential property update: rights over commons and special conditions

Anyone concerned about the erosion of public open space in our cities should take note of Evans v Conservators of Wimbledon and Putney Commons, says...

Berger v Berger

Heather Viljoen reviews a recent case about wills and trusts

Young v Young

Heather Viljoen discusses the outcome of the much-publicised and highly criticised assets-splitting case

Criminal law update: whole-life tariff, private prosecutors, appropriate officer

Rebecca Meads considers whole-life tariff judgments, private prosecutors' rights in confiscation proceedings, and new disclosure protocols for unused material in criminal cases

More than one basket

A change in the offshore bond market could provide discretionary fund managers with greater flexibility and help attract a broader client base, says Claire Bennison

A tale of two professions: who will help conveyancers resist pressure from lenders?

After the Quality Conveyancing Scheme, now Lender Exchange is potentially undermining the credibility and survival of independent law firms, warns Howard Salter