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Grayling drops tougher 'sufficient interest' test, but goes ahead with other JR curbs

New restrictions on protective costs orders and interveners

Legal aid needs 'internet first' strategy, Smith says

Co-operative Legal Services a 'game changer' but not QualitySolicitors

The profession is taking tips from primetime telly

Is the legal industry taking its lead from television programmes, asks Kevin Poulter

Residential property update: rights over commons and special conditions

Anyone concerned about the erosion of public open space in our cities should take note of Evans v Conservators of Wimbledon and Putney Commons, says Glenda Ferneyhough, as she rounds up the latest developments in residential property law

Leveson rejects QASA appeal as arguments 'simply not made out'

Judicial review claimants must pay LSB £112,500 in costs and BSB £37,500

What do personal chattels mean to your client?

Will drafters must note that the updated definition of personal chattels may not work for their client if they want to bequeath investment-type assets, say Matthew Howson and Katie Doyle

Why cutting expenses is no longer the only answer

By James McKenna, Director of Infrastructure and Administrative Systems, Morrison & Foerster

Decisions to sign pre-nups must be given 'heavy respect'

The principle of autonomy is 'extremely relevant', High Court says