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Lawyers must promote pro bono and public legal education

Alex Chalk MP talks about embedding pro bono into the DNA of the legal profession

Super powers of attorney: the digital miracle?

Making lasting powers of attorney easily available online shouldn't mean we forget that they raise complex issues or result in the lowering of safeguards, writes Jean-Yves Gilg

How much stress can lawyers take?

Lawyers are among the most stressed professions, but there are some simple steps they can take to mitigate the damage and restore some life-saving equilibrium, says Dr Bob Murray

To buy or not to buy?

Debbie King advises companies on due diligence in light of Brexit, the interpretation of the phrase 'close of business', and other recent developments in company law

Developments in clinical negligence

Dr Jock Mackenzie rounds up recent case law, including a decision on whether a claimant was contributorily negligent for failing to draw attention to changes in his treatment plan

No phones in court, please

District Judge Nigel Law reminds solicitors and litigants of the etiquette and the law surrounding telephones and recording in court

Disclosure of confidential information

The recent case of Glenn demonstrates that while privilege and confidentiality may overlap, they are separate concepts, writes Sophia Purkis

Use journey mapping to understand your clients

Plotting each point of a client's interaction with your firm can help you improve the delivery of legal services and deepen key relationships, advises Adrienne Halladay