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SRA setback over higher fining powers

Proposals rejected by MoJ would 'benefit firms'

Is specific performance an option for landlords?

The strict conditions set out by the courts for landlords to be able to rely on the ?equitable remedy shouldn't discourage potential applicants, says Emma Hatfield

SRA 'not complacent' over PC renewals

Regulator promises range of support measures to avoid last years fiasco

Last word | Squirreling away for winter

The AWS Returners Conference eases the sting of an approaching cold snap for Kevin Poulter

No retrospective leniency for drug mules

Appeal judge takes strict approach to new sentencing guidelines

Bar Focus | An advocacy scheme to benefit who?

 With QASA due for gradual implementation in the new year, Abigail Bright questions whether seeing the scheme in practice will stem the tide of scepticism

Bar Focus | Changing the game

Faced with alternative business structures, downward pressure on fees and rising tensions in chambers, the rules of engagement have changed at the Bar and the time to embrace competition has arrived. Hannah Gannagé-Stewart reports

Bar Focus | Wales: rise of innovative sets

With innovative chambers opening up to provide independent advocacy services, ?the demise of a major Welsh set and the poor health of the local economy ?shouldn't overshadow the potential for growth says Theo Huckle QC