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New ground

Law firms are increasingly embracing the internet as a way of accessing a variety of popular legal applications, but what are the benefits – and drawbacks – of this kind of technology, asks Dominic Cullis

Fit for purpose

Jane Ching examines Lord Hunt's recommendations on education, qualification and CPD, and his focus on competence as a pre-requisite for being professionally fit

A momentous birthday

The legal disciplinary partnership model is just as relevant to legal aid firms as it is to those undertaking solely privately funded work, argues Penny Owston

The new poster boys

Successful alternative business structures will be those likely to follow the same ethical and professional approach as traditional law firms, says Nick Denys

Update: tax and trusts

David Bird considers the question of residence for tax purposes, and the potential benefits of an employer funded retirement benefit scheme

Update: crime

John Price QC discusses cases involving sentencing powers in relation to firearms offences, misconduct by the trial judge and the proper use of 'facial mapping' evidence

North West – casualties and survivors

North West firms that have survived the recession are focusing on growth, restructuring and modernisation, but to succeed they know they must adopt a clear strategy. Jean-Yves Gilg reports

Fighting fees

With careful planning, a realistic view of the claim's value and cooperation between the parties, litigants can legitimately reduce their court fees, says DJ Tim Jenkins