YorkshireFrom the legal powerhouse of Leeds to the burgeoning Sheffield, Yorkshire is a land of opportunity for lawyers. Andrew Towler reports
New strategiesMark Riminton and Richard England explain how a new 'business' approach can unlock your firm's earning potential
Update: repairsMilton McIntosh discusses obligation to repair, drafting issues, damages, service charge and break clauses
Accommodating minorsTwo important Court of Appeal decisions have shed light on the way in which local authorities should deal with homeless 16 and 17-year-olds. Jim Shepherd reports
Hard work?New hiring methods and unconventional career paths have changed recruitment. Andrew Towler reports on a thriving market
Regional focus: South-westJean-Yves Gilg discovers that life in the South-west can be as fast paced as in London but that business can be tough as a rural community lawyer
Foreign adoptionsThe Children and Adoption Act 2006 will make profound changes to the rules governing adoption with a foreign element, says Simon Musannif
