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8 Dec 2015

Licence to breach

The access given to the press to report on family law cases in 2009 was intended to educate the public, not breach the privacy of private parties

8 Dec 2015

How do you sell peace 'in an adversarial world?

If society views relationship breakdown as predominantly adversarial, mediation will be seen as a difficult choice - but it's a challenge we must meet, writes Julia Thackray

8 Dec 2015

Businesses where staff think and act the same never thrive

Diverse workforces cultivate success – that's the business case for equality. And it's ethical, writes Laura Clenshaw

8 Dec 2015

Help: I'm not being 'retained by my firm

Don't take not being kept on as a reflection on your abilities. But what happens next, asks Jonathan Smith

8 Dec 2015

Overhaul of clin neg fees wouldn't be so bad

By this time next year it's expected that a fixed fees system will be in place for clinical negligence claims in England and Wales. Prior to the impending consultation process, lobby groups are already setting out the case for the defence. 

8 Dec 2015

End of the dock as we know it

The use of the dock in court has been questioned by campaigners seeking to implement alternative methods of trying a defendant, says Matthew Reynolds

7 Dec 2015

Gay couple's international custody battle to be decided by Supreme Court

Top court to clarify law with far-reaching impact, says intervener lawyer

7 Dec 2015

Companies increase IPO 'counter strikes' to block rival trade marks

Savvy businesses look to protect brand investment and avoid courts with IP strategies