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Powers of attorney: major reforms and consultation announced

The reforms aim to make the lasting powers of attorney service 'safer, simpler and fit for the futur'; 

Moore Barlow becomes first UK top 100 firm to elect Black senior partner

Leading personal injury lawyer, Trevor Sterling, will step into the top role

SPACs - and the risks that remain

The FCA is keen to bring some of the lucrative SPAC market to the UK. Syed Rahman sees the benefits – but also why this may prompt a wave of litigation.

Village greens: the trials and tribulations of registration

Michael Orlik explores the intricacies of the law on public use of land as 'village greens'

All change at Gatehouse Chambers

Gatehouse Chambers has changed names, moved premises and welcomed two new barristers to chambers

IPO officially launches digital renewals service

The service is the first example of the  'one IPO' servic'; which provides a single, integrated renewal service across all registered IP rights

LSB research sparks consultation on lawyer competency checks

A survey found expectations around ongoing competency checks were significantly different to the reality

Reed Smith appoints Chief Innovation Officer

David Cunningham brings over 30 years' experience to the newly created role