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No pot of gold at the end of the rainbow

As they do away with traditional partnership rewards, law firms converting to alternative business structures will need to design new career and financial rewards to attract the next generation of talented lawyers, says Andrew Cromby

Phasing out rights to light

Developers rushing to celebrate the Law Commission's proposal to do away with the acquisition of rights to light by prescription should remember that the government has ?a poor record of following the advisory body's recommendations, says Roy Perrott

Workshop: Advising on walking out of a contract

Business lawyers are increasingly finding themselves advising clients about the potential liability of walking out of a contract, but it need not be all bad news, says Jonathan Silverman

By the way | Anyone for skiing?

Catherine Burtinshaw isn't worried about whether being treated to a ski holiday by a supplier breaches the Bribery Act – she's not been offered

Editor's letter: Into the ring

Do you have a clear idea of why general counsel should choose your firm instead of ?your competitors, asks Manju Manglani?

Insuring earners: Disability insurance for law firms

Law firms that provide disability insurance can gain an advantage in ?the battle for top talent, says Connie Golleher

More than a résumé: Improve your LinkedIn profile

A well-developed LinkedIn profile and presence can be valuable in growing your professional network, ?says Will Kintish

Unleashed | Trouble in reception

Vulnerable and hostile clients arriving unannounced is a regular occurrence for Russell Conway