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Property versus pension: the conclusion

Which is the better investment? Colin Lawson gathers the facts and the figures to offer his answer to this frequently asked question

First barrister-only chambers gains ABS licence

Richmond Chambers also to become 'the first barrister-run, barrister-led entity'

Divinity and dismissal

PJ Kirby QC considers the impact of Preston on employment status

Costs lawyers warm to Jackson reforms

Most think their businesses will grow, along with disputes between solicitors and clients

Watchdog suggests merging all financial protection schemes

Consumer Panel rejects suggestion that consumers should take out legal services insurance, insisting the profession should bear the cost

State of play: wills and probate

Jonathan Riley looks at Schrader v Schrader [2013] EWHC 466 (Ch)

State of play: Court of Protection

Jonathan Riley looks at NT v FS & Ors [2013] EWHC 684 (COP)

Editor's blog | A tale of two ABSs

Minster Law and In-deed are examples of two opposing plotlines in the ABS story