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Lord Bach reveals latest civil legal aid cuts

Lord Bach, the legal aid minister, has launched a fresh package of civil legal aid cuts, which the Ministry of Justice hopes will save £6m a year.

Bar prepares judicial review to protect criminal fees

The Bar Council has responded to planned cuts in fees for criminal legal aid barristers by threatening the government with a judicial review.

Law Society attacks civil legal aid cuts

Des Hudson, chief executive of the Law Society, has attacked the latest round of civil legal aid cuts, announced by Lord Bach this week.

Man who hid house in barn wins planning battle

A man who admitted deceiving a council by building on green belt land in Hertfordshire a 'barn' containing a three-bedroom house and a gym, has won his battle for planning permission at the Court of Appeal.

Pratchett backs assisted suicide tribunals

Sir Terry Pratchett, author of fantasy novels and a victim of Alzheimer's disease, has called for tribunals to be set up, including a lawyer and a doctor, to authorise assisted suicides.

Becoming a legend

Implementing an outstanding client service programme can help firms differentiate themselves from the crowd and get clients talking, says Dominic Beeton

Being part of the picture

As local authorities continue to strengthen and share their in-house legal teams, private practice firms are focusing on maximising their offering in areas where their skills remain vital. Jenny Ramage reports

Silent witness

Claimants in conveyancing negligence cases should be permitted to use legal experts where the judge has little understanding or experience of property law, argues Jonathan Ferris