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Playing for keeps

The court is unlikely to give something back to a benefactor that was given in the spirit of a gift, regardless of how much it...

MoJ to review legal aid in human trafficking cases

Government's provision of legal aid for victims of modern slavery is 'inadequate', says charity

Risk wise advice

Too many investment advisers fail in their duty to periodically review their client's risk appetite; protect yourself or risk undesirable exposure

Saving for a jigsaw

A wide variety of tax-free investments that together form a strong collective are waiting to be utilised by private clients

A triangular inheritance

Leaving divorce paperwork unattended to doesn't get rid of it, it simply delays it to the disadvantage of a future partner or cohabitant

What now for Brussels IV?

As the UK considers its position in the EU, where does the uncertainty and a potential 'out' vote leave the European assets of vulnerable clients?

Do you scheme?

The Pensions Regulator's ambiguous guidance and regulations are having the effect of increasing salaries, not pension savings

Solid foundations?

Foundations are non-existent in the England and Wales legal toolbox - we generally use trusts to achieve the same effects. So what happens when beneficiaries...