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New probate fees put asset-rich but cash-poor families at risk

Older people may feel pressured to give away assets to avoid charges

Vulnerable family law clients facing debt to access legal advice

SRA report finds consumers struggle to make informed choices about solicitors

The gig economy and workers' rights

As flexible business models become more widespread, the law needs to be simplified to provide easier ways to determine the working status of an individual, says Chris Cook

Putting consumer protection first

The FCA's recent decision to take criminal action demonstrates its commitment to the regulation of consumer credit and to ensuring that people are working within their permissions, writes James Walton

An open letter to the Lord Chancellor and the Ministry of Justice

The government's whiplash reform package will fail and this is why

Keith Vaz: 'Arbitrary' age cap hinders search for next Lord Chief Justice

Labour MP says losing judicial talent on the basis of age is 'poor practice'

The Brexit Bill: Stay or go?

David Mundy and Oliver Spencer consider what the next stages will be for the Brexit Bill and whether it is likely to be passed without any significant amendments

Spousal maintenance: A 'meal ticket' for life?

A recent Court of Appeal decision bucks the trend on maintenance provision, says Ronnie Mortimer