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EU negotiations from the outside

Whichever path the UK takes to a new trade agreement with the EU, it is likely to require free movement of persons as a trade-off for access to the single market, warns Chris Pawlowska

New questions over the Human Rights Act

Dr Helen O'Nions considers what the new political scene will mean for the much-delayed British Bill of Rights, and other developments in human rights law

Brexit-proofing the UK legal sector

Ned Beale considers whether leaving the EU will discourage parties from choosing English law and jurisdiction for their contracts, and how the UK can protect its position as a global legal hub

Advising sophisticated clients revisited

Phil Murrin

'Legal aid deserts' risk increasing homelessness

Law Society calls for independent review into civil legal aid structure

Bar fears online court will lead to a two-tier justice system

Barristers cautious over Briggs LJ's plans as litigators call for 'confidence' in reforms

Supreme Court opens door for review of fraudulent injury claims

Decision supports recent legislative changes designed to fight insurance fraud

No 'Magic Circle hegemony' on high-quality legal services

Firms with regional roots claim top spots in latest benchmarking survey