Archive

Continuing competence: Between welcome flexibility and fear of red tape

Following an extensive canvassing of its readers, Solicitors Journal can reveal what firms really think about the new competence regime, and what steps they have taken to comply with it

Governments value money, not service

Issues with diversity in law are primarily the fault of our politicians, says Kerry Underwood

Business and human rights: The UN's principles and OECD guidelines

Companies would be well-advised to adhere to future binding obligations on human rights standards, writes Miranda Rushton

Enforcing restrictive covenants in building schemes

Ascertaining the relevant area should be the first step for any applicant seeking to rely on a restrictive covenant in a building scheme, say Janet Bignell QC and Jamie Sutherland

Consumers 'confused' over cost of legal services, research finds

Forcing firms to publish price information will not help clients make informed choices, argues Law Society

Facts, not flannel

In 1997, SJ voiced concerns about Lord Irvine's proposals for legal aid reform

Landmark and GeoSmart enhance flood risk analysis

GeoSmart's 5m groundwater dataset will provide improved insight for property professionals and consultants

Clinical negligence lawyers back greater use of mediation

NHSLA sets November deadline for mediation procurement as it looks to end 'compensation culture'