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'We put our members at the heart of all we do'

Law Society membership is more relevant than ever for solicitors joining today, as it represents, promotes and supports both City and small firms, says Nicholas Fluck

A joined-up approach will help firms adapt to their new environment

With activities-based regulation on the agenda, practices with a multidisciplinary approach are already reaping the commercial benefits

Suspicious minds: undisclosed assets and strategic divorces

Is it time for a rethink of form E disclosure and the penalties imposed on spouses trying to hide their wealth, asks Paul Smethurst

No single individual should have all that responsibility

Will handing over the regulation of annual accounts to COFAs make firms more vulnerable to indemnity claims, asks Susanna Heley

Remember 'location, location, location'

Opening new premises can present a window of opportunity if you choose your spot wisely, says Catherine Maxfield

Loud and clear: amplified reasons in public law

Leo Charalambides says that the elucidation of decisions can be key in defending claims made against public bodies

Poor decision: Europe's internet gagging order

The quickest leap to censorship is through the erasure of information from search engines, says Paul Stanley QC

Company law update

Debbie King discusses diversity, the public register of company beneficial ownership and restricted covenants