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Prisons and Courts Bill allows judges to 'focus on cases that matter'

Victims and the vulnerable at centre of court changes with justice secretary accountable for reforming offenders

Argos loses trade mark and passing off claim

'David and Goliath' case shows the 'online land-grab' between brands is heating up

Step down the freelance path

For lawyers wanting to step away from the traditional firm structure, freelance work offers greater flexibility and the opportunity to develop new skills, says Matthew Kay

That proposed new basement: Does it require planning permission?

Alec Samuels considers whether the construction of a basement is a development or an engineering operation, and what form of planning law applies

Security of tenure in almshouse accommodation

Amy Sevier considers recent cases on the reasonableness of service charges, implied terms in contracts, and who should take on the costs of replacement fire doors

How will the GDPR affect schools and universities?

Educational institutions will need to be increasingly diligent about how they use and process students' personal information, explain Salima Mawji and Salise Dourmoush

The 'elegant way' of the constitution

The Miller judgment should be remembered for marking the recognition by the UK courts of the systematic nature of the constitution, writes Pavlos Eleftheriadis

Getting the most out of coffee meetings

Rather than trying to sell to clients, create a conversation and let opportunities arise organically, advises Douglas McPherson