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Bar Focus | Mediators can work hand-in-hand with barristers

Barristers and mediators 'are soon to be be forced 'into a brave new world '

Bar Focus | Communication and investment are key for 'the Bar's future

The Unlocking Disputes campaign has made inroads but conversation and investment must continue, says Michael Todd QC

Flexible pension drawdown can be a key part of effective 'tax planning, says Scott Gallacher

Co-op head and sole practitioner co-chair LAPG

Future of legal aid 'under enormous threat' from implementation of LASPO, Beck says

The ability to choose: KK v CC

CC v KK gives useful guidance on assessing capacity, but highlights the difficulty in proving a deprivation of liberty, says Leonie Hirst

Update | Construction: expert evidence, arbitration proceedings

Anna Stillman considers new guidance on expert evidence and a recent case in the technology and construction court, and questions whether parties can unwittingly become part of an adjudication process

Libel damages intended to 'compensate rather than punish', LCJ says

Baby P's father has compensation cut from 75,000 to 50,000

MoJ in drive to recover unpaid criminal legal aid

Government to seize cars from convicted criminals who hide wealth