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The relationship between budget and assessment

The disharmony between Merrix and SARPD shows that, until the court clarifies discrepancies in the CPR, cost recovery will remain unpredictable, explains Thomas Grace

The 12 days of legal regulation

Michelle Garlick offers a Christmas-themed review of the events of the year – and what to look forward to in 2017

Pre-action conduct in commercial disputes

The introduction of the pre-action protocol has significantly reduced the prospect of being 'ambushed' by proceedings in Northern Ireland, explains Amanda Wylie

Solicitors' Journal - December 21, 1861

In 1861, SJ lamented the death of Prince Albert and praised his contribution to the legal profession

Universal credit and other sad tales of welfare reform

It's vital that solicitors are aware of the workings of the universal credit system and prepared for its impact on low-income and vulnerable clients, says Jayne Knights

Will London remain the first choice for global disputes?

The UK courts' innovative approach and reputation for judicial independence continue to attract international litigants, say Robert Campbell and James Wagner

Brexit backlash

The response to the High Court's article 50 judgment has emphasised that there is a distinct lack of constitutional understanding in the UK, writes Adele Edwin-Lamerton

There must be equality of arms in inquests

More must be done to protect families and bring public body budgets to account, argues Tom Gough