Private client

Articles

15 Sept 2009

The American dream?

The SFO's new guidelines for dealing with overseas corruption contain admirable aims, but it remains to be seen how successful implementing an American model will be, says Hassan Khan

15 Sept 2009

Update: immigration

Jane Coker reviews recent cases dealing with the factors to be considered when deciding whether to deport an individual

15 Sept 2009

Picture perfect

The Coroners and Justice Bill shows awareness of changing technology and will clarify the law on illegal images of children, says Maureen Johnson

15 Sept 2009

Well disposed

Charities looking to sell land must comply with several statutory obligations before entering into a contract, says Jane Lonergan

8 Sept 2009

Legal aid voices: housing and repossession

Housing advice at the Derby Community Legal Advice Centre should be available within a fortnight but with rising demand the wait is now up four weeks, says Jon Robins

8 Sept 2009

Pitfalls for the unwary

Solicitors must ensure they understand their duties towards LEI insurers and claims management companies or risk a claim being brought against them, says Alison Siniver

8 Sept 2009

Best behaviour

As courts increasingly look at the behaviour of parties during mediation proceedings, clients should be advised to cooperate fully and practitioners should ensure they take detailed notes and be prepared to give evidence, say John Bramhall and Mercedes Castillo

8 Sept 2009

Down to business

Firms should take a fresh approach to marketing and recognise the value of business management and motivation, says Dianne Bown-Wilson