Thu Sep 28 2023The Pre-Action Protocol review final report – full steam ahead?Tony Guise examines part one of the Civil Justice Council's report on how to improve the pre-action civil justice system.
Wed Sep 27 2023A solicitor’s stance on EDI in the workplaceChris Bishop discusses how he and his firm, Slater Heelis, have embraced EDI for the 250-strong team and the benefits this has had on the business.
Tue Sep 26 2023Changing tactics in litigation – crystal ball gazingDiane Parker discusses the potential consequences of the forthcoming intermediate track for civil claims.
Tue Sep 26 2023B Corps: the future for law firms?Dana Denis-Smith explains why she decided to pursue a B Corp certification for her firm.
Mon Sep 25 2023SJ Interview: Hannah AmbroseHannah Ambrose is an international arbitration partner at Herbert Smith Freehills. She talks to Solicitors Journal about her practice and the Law Commission's recent proposals to update the Arbitration Act 1996.
Mon Sep 25 2023FRC proposals – causing more problems than they solveKris Kilsby sets out the Association of Cost Lawyers’ position on the government’s proposed changes to the fixed recoverable costs regime.
Fri Sep 22 2023Audit reform: if not now, when?Paul Brehony discusses the government's reported decision to omit audit reform from its legislative plans – and asks whether it's simply a fudge based on political expediency.
Fri Sep 22 2023The battle for talent – promoting diversityJody Tranter explores how championing non-law graduates and diversity of thought could help close the talent gap