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Update: consumer

Mark Lucas examines the new consumer White Paper, the OFT's latest moves against Foxtons, and the recently proposed Personal Responsibility Bill

Just the job

“Don't take this the wrong way but I hope I never see you again.” This is the valedictory that I have received many times from...

First contact

Building relationships is essential to the success of every law firm and gaining contacts by networking can be simple and enjoyable, says Jennifer Overhaus

Lawyers without frontiers: Fiji after the coup

The military coup that overthrew the legitimately elected government of Fiji two years ago remains a threat to the rule of law and to the...

The American dream?

The SFO's new guidelines for dealing with overseas corruption contain admirable aims, but it remains to be seen how successful implementing an American model will...

Over but not out

Edward Heaton explains the rights of adoptive, unmarried and step-parents when a relationship breaks down

The key to succession

Companies should have a clear plan in place when recruiting board members, says Susan Thomas

What's in store?

Solicitors should ensure they fulfil their duty to oversee the preservation of electronically stored information, or risk facing a negligence claim, says John Okonkwo