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How do DNA databases work?

Sarah White discusses controversial government DNA databases, used in many countries in order to curb crime or exonerate individuals

Knowing MEES, knowing you

Charlotte Ross discusses breaches of competition law by local authorities, energy efficiency regulations for commercial properties as well as leases and assignment

Phone hacking, corruption and remedies

Leveson has made only limited progress in ensuring victims of the press are protected and that they can easily seek redress for wrongdoing when it occurs, says Steven Heffer

Flexing your master card

Christopher Flanagan dismisses the claim that a master's in law is a waste of time

'Two-tier' family justice system needs more government support

Free family mediation for couples in England and Wales set to launch

A walk with the president

The SJ team has been gearing up to celebrate National Pro Bono Week

Law Society report shows solicitor commitment to pro bono work

Partners more likely to provide free legal advice compared with associates

Lawyers announce pro bono work is now 'more important than ever'

Free legal advice cannot substitute for a properly funded legal aid system