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Testamentary predators

Brendan Cotter considers the difficulties that claimants continue to face when attempting to challenge testamentary predators and prove undue influence in probate matters

National Health Service: Legal Proceedings | 1 October 1949

In 1949, SJ offered guidance on legal proceedings involving the newly formed NHS

Lawyer backs kinky Olympixxx in call for change in sex laws

Civil liberties protest of the Digital Economy Bill set to be held outside Parliament

SRA claims still 'strong case' for controversial 'super exam'

Regulator launches second consultation for solicitors qualifying examination

Legal SMEs can save more amid market uncertainty

Firms encouraged to compare products to boost profits and match other sectors

Inquests | 27 September 1991

In 1991, SJ called for an overhaul of the inquest process and the role of coroners' juries

Judicial review lawyer hits back at Theresa May's 'inflammatory' Brexit comments

Prime minister's speech increases the heat in debate that 'turns on simple legal and constitutional principles', says Edwin Coe's senior partner

Failing light

The seasons may change, but statistics showing a decline in legal aid claims, the failure of mediation assessments, and rising numbers of unrepresented litigants tell the same sad story, writes John van der Luit-Drummond