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Bulletproof justice?

The Criminal Justice and Courts Act is a new hurdle for personal injury claimants amid the definition of 'fundamental dishonesty', explains Louisa Chambers

Slater and Gordon: Heading for triumph or disaster?

Is Slater's acquisition of Quindell a step too far, wonders Stuart Bushell

ABS-licensed universities could plug the legal aid gap

The licensing of law schools as ABSs is an extension of the work experience and pro bono opportunities offered to students, argues Jackie Panter

Equivalent means qualification has failed to make its mark

Unanswered questions and a lack of publicity mean paralegals are not pursuing the alternative route to qualification, explains Max Harris

Offering children permanence and security

Non-parents wishing to care for a child long-term should be made aware of the benefits of special guardianship orders, says Simon Dakers

The market advantages of being an SP

One year after SPG became an independent group, Hilary Underwood outlines its plans for the future

Cyril Shroff: My strategy after the dissolution of Amarchand Mangaldas

In an exclusive interview, Manju Manglani speaks with Cyril Shroff about his strategic plans following the dissolution of India's largest law firm

Lawyer groups slow to applaud new justice secretary's appointment

Former education secretary receives mixed reactions to his new role