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Bar Focus | Embracing purposeful change

However inevitable and relevant, change must not be made to the detriment 'of our professional standards, says Maura McGowan QC

Bar Focus | Simmons creates confusion and uncertainty for claimants

Despite aiming to complete the Jackson jigsaw, new civil litigation cost reforms will make the puzzle more complex, says Nigel Poole QC

Bar Focus | Mediators can work hand-in-hand with barristers

Barristers and mediators 'are soon to be be forced 'into a brave new world '

Bar Focus | Communication and investment are key for 'the Bar's future

The Unlocking Disputes campaign has made inroads but conversation and investment must continue, says Michael Todd QC

Flexible pension drawdown can be a key part of effective 'tax planning, says Scott Gallacher

Co-op head and sole practitioner co-chair LAPG

Future of legal aid 'under enormous threat' from implementation of LASPO, Beck says

The ability to choose: KK v CC

CC v KK gives useful guidance on assessing capacity, but highlights the difficulty in proving a deprivation of liberty, says Leonie Hirst

Update | Construction: expert evidence, arbitration proceedings

Anna Stillman considers new guidance on expert evidence and a recent case in the technology and construction court, and questions whether parties can unwittingly become part of an adjudication process