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Probate fee hike may not be legal, say MPs

Joint committee argues new fees amount to an inheritance tax by the back door

Pressure grows on 'blunder-prone' Truss and Ministry of Justice

Cabinet members argue for hiving off Lord Chancellor and justice secretary roles, says report

Family Justice Bill gives MPs chance to finally address cohabitation reforms

Survey highlights need for a serious debate about reform, writes Matthew Rogers

Experienced solicitor took advantage of elderly vulnerable clients

Partner paid himself nearly £470,000 using clients' powers of attorney

The antediluvian state of divorce law

The unusual case of Owens v Owens only strengthens the arguments for reform, writes Pippa Allsop

When the litigation loser becomes the winner

The recent Marathon case is a message to any recipient of a part 36 offer to put financial motives to one side, writes Lesley Timms

Limited appeal of limited retainers

Even if care is taken to construct clear limits to a retainer, they may not withstand intense judicial scrutiny, warn Francesca Kaye and Ricky Cella

The first step to building exceptional relationships

Taking a technology-led approach to relationship planning can allow firms to develop stronger long-term connections with clients, advises Dave Harris