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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

Pro bono costs: The gift forgotten by lawyers

Practitioners must not miss the opportunity to level the playing field and sustain the free legal advice sector by asking for pro bono costs, writes John van der Luit-Drummond

Uber decision holds key to workers' rights

Employer's degree of control over workers signals employee status, say experts