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The dark side of probate research

The BBC's Heir Hunters increased public awareness of the role of probate genealogists, but solicitors should be aware of the risks of working with some of these amateur researchers, warns Carolyn Lord

Queen's Counsel | August 17, 1878

A correspondent of the Times has plunged, apparently a propos de rien, into the thrilling question of "The social rank of Queen's Counsel."

A judgment reflecting 'the modern world

Following the landmark decision in Software Incubator, software agents are now entitled to statutory protection under the Commercial Agents Regulations, writes Stephen Sidkin

Mental health and the criminal justice system

For those who work at the coalface of the criminal justice system, it is becoming quite clear that more and more people suffering from mental health problems are being prosecuted and brought before the courts for a range of criminal allegations.

Lawyerless courts are not the answer

Lord Justice Briggs has just delivered his long-awaited report on monetary claims worth less than £25,000.

The Brexit effect for young lawyers

Kirsty Finlayson discusses how younger members of the profession can benefit from the likely increase in business for firms following the EU referendum

Knowledge is key in disability discrimination law

Karen Jackson discusses the first case of disability discrimination on motor neurone disease in the UK and the barriers faced by employees bringing similar claims

Byron: Illegal working and employers' duties

Paul McAleavey considers employers' competing legal obligations to prevent illegal working while also maintaining the trust and confidence of their employees