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17 Jan 2011

Otherwise engaged

The Law Commission last week unveiled the details of a consultation that could pave the way for the legalisation of prenups in English law (see Solicitors Journal 155/1, 11 January 2011). Solicitors Journal commentators give the lowdown on what this would mean for English divorce law and question whether, despite mounting pressure to put marital property agreements on a statutory footing, it would be good news all the way

17 Jan 2011

Executive power

Legal executives will play a crucial role in the provision of legal aid, but partners must ensure it does not cross the line of exploitation, says Diane Burleigh

10 Jan 2011

Quality streets

With the launch of the new conveyancing protocol, things can only get better, says Jonathan Smithers

20 Dec 2010

Skype helps courts cut costs

Pressure on costs combined with a steady rise in workload has led to greater use of technology in court including the free internet phone service Skype, the Criminal Division of the Court of Appeal's annual report has revealed.

20 Dec 2010

Mass closure of magistrates' courts a 'shattering blow' to local justice

The Magistrates' Association has described the government's decision to close 93 magistrates' courts as a “shattering blow” to local justice.

20 Dec 2010

Express yourself

How can the courts reconcile the acquisition of a beneficial interest in the family home where the property is already held in joint names under an express trust? Mark Pawlowski investigates

16 Dec 2010

Skype in court as cost pressure mounts on criminal justice

Pressure on costs combined with a steady rise in workload has led to greater use of technology in court including the free internet phone service Skype, the Court of Appeal's latest annual report has revealed.

15 Dec 2010

Supreme Court clears the way for cheaper environmental litigation

The Supreme Court has cleared the way for the Court of Justice of the European Union (CJEU) to cut the cost of environmental actions by claimants.