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Harper James Expands Commercial Property Development Team

Harper James, a full-service commercial law firm focused on supporting entrepreneurial growth, has announced two key appointments in its commercial property practice. Abdi Ebrahimi has joined as Commercial Property Development Partner, while Michelle Noble comes on board as Senior Commercial Property Solicitor

Faegre Drinker relocates London office to financial district

Faegre Drinker has moved its London office to the heart of the city's financial district at 8 Bishopsgate

Legal Services Board confirms rise to compensation fund levy

The Legal Services Board has approved a significant increase in the Compensation Fund contributions solicitors must pay

Jenner & Block Names New Co-Managing Partner

Ishan Bhabha to succeed Katya Jestin, effective January 2025, alongside Randy Mehrberg

Cardiff-based clinical negligence lawyer joins Leigh Day to help families across Wales access justice

Cardiff-based clinical negligence lawyer Julia Reynolds has joined Leigh Day to open the firm’s first office in Wales, offering vital legal support to families affected by medical harm

Treasury rethinks Labour’s non-dom tax reforms

The UK Treasury is reconsidering Labour’s proposed non-domicile tax reforms, fearing the changes may deter investment

Regulator disqualifies trustees of Fashion for Relief

Bianka Hellmich (disqualified for nine years), Naomi Campbell (five years), and Veronica Chou (four years)—were disqualified from future trusteeship

August 2024 Land Registry data

In August 2024, HM Land Registry processed 1.88 million applications, reflecting regional trends and top clients