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PII renewal season: Get into shape this summer

Turning your mind to the issue now gives you the chance to get 'PII-fit', which could see you negotiate a tighter settlement, discusses Chris Marston

The muffled voice of the child: part three

There is a real opportunity for the old proverb 'Children should be seen and not heard' to become a thing of the past, say Carla...

Gamekeeper turned poacher

Gavin Cunningham considers the current challenges plaguing the criminal justice system from the perspective of a forensic accountant

Care and placement orders

District Judge Julie Exton reports on a recent case that shows the importance of basing arguments on evidence, not assertions

'Black Jack' Dellal argues that deceased husband gave away fortune

A widow's own wealth should not defeat claim for reasonable financial provision

Choice not chance

John Bunker stresses the importance of encouraging younger clients to make wills and LPAs

Unravelling threads

Saara Idelbi considers judicial review decisions on subjects ranging from delays in the strained prison system to reality TV

Inadequate foundations

Noel Arnold reminds practitioners of some of the fundamental principles of advancing with evidence, complying with directions, and considering all options