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Landmark Court of Appeal decision shapes executor remuneration

In Brealey v Shepherd & Co, the Court of Appeal clarifies trustee and executor remuneration rules

Law firm closures plummet as professional indemnity insurance challenges ease

According to recent research conducted by Hazlewoods, Chartered Accountants, and Business Advisers specialising in the legal profession, the number of closures due to PII complications has dropped to its lowest level since 2018/19

Quillon law successfully defends Oleg Deripaska in Court of Appeal

In a significant victory for Oleg Deripaska, the Court of Appeal has unanimously dismissed an appeal by Navigator Equities Limited and Vladimir Chernukhin in their attempt to commit Mr. Deripaska to prison for contempt of court. The decision, handed down on March 20, 2024, marks a crucial development in a long-running legal dispute

WFW strengthens London maritime disputes practice with addition of partner

Watson Farley & Williams (WFW) proudly welcomes maritime disputes expert Nikki Chu as a Partner in its London office

Navigating AML compliance: SRA imposes sanctions on Hine Downing LLP for regulatory lapses

Hine Downing LLP fined £20,870.68 for breaching anti-money laundering regulations, underscoring the importance of compliance

Clement Hughes & Co fined for AML failures

SRA discovers anti-money laundering compliance failures, revealing regulatory negligence and disciplinary action

Fieldfisher announces 2024 partner promotions

The promotions span the firm's offices in Dublin, London, and Silicon Valley, covering various specialist areas including Financial Markets and Products, Real Estate, Personal Injury, and Medical Negligence

Urgent call for ground rent reform amid Leasehold and Freehold Bill discussion

Leasehold and Freehold Reform Bill's second reading in the House of Lords 27 March 2024