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High Court labels solicitor’s paid-for evidence “extraordinary”
A High Court judge has described as “extraordinary” the evidence of a solicitor who admitted he was only giving it because he was being paid to do so.
Uncertainty over advocates’ immunity could have “chilling effect”
A High Court ruling casting uncertainty over the immunity of advocates for what they say and do in court could have a “chilling effect”, the Bar Council has warned.
Land Registry misses targets on tackling errors and productivity
HM Land Registry has missed the targets it set itself for reducing errors in new entries on the register and on productivity, according to its annual report.
The top 50 law firms “lack time-bound carbon reduction targets”
While 48 out of the top 50 UK law firms are publicly committed to climate-related targets, only nine have disclosed time-bound carbon reduction targets by 2030 or net zero targets by 2050.
Law firm acting for 18 insurers defeats data breach claim in PI battle
The High Court has cleared defendant law firm DWF of data protection breaches in collating evidence about the way North London solicitors pursued personal injury claims.
Lawyer owners bid to take Anexo private after listing “failed to deliver”
The lawyer couple behind listed credit hire and legal services group Anexo, together with an asset management firm, have formally launched their bid to take it private.
FCA urges strong penalties for solicitors who aid bogus PI claims
The motor insurance taskforce should look at increasing penalties for lawyers and doctors assisting in claim fabrication or exaggeration, the FCA said yesterday.
Paralegal jailed for abusing LPAs to steal client money
A paralegal has been jailed for 20 months after stealing £11,500 from clients whose affairs her firm was managing under lasting powers of attorney.
Barrister loses appeal against disbarment over immigration work
A barrister disbarred for supervising an immigration firm whose registration had been cancelled by the Immigration Advice Agency has failed in his appeal against the decision.
Negligence claim over negligence claim thrown out
The High Court has thrown out a £7.2m negligence claim brought against a law firm over its conduct of its client’s negligence claim against his previous lawyers.
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Amplifying reach through employee-driven thought leadership
Nine in 10 executives believe thought leadership is critical to building authority, yet only a quarter feel they have implemented a robust strategy.
Divorce escrow: asset sales before final settlement
When significant matrimonial assets are sold before a final financial order is agreed, holding the proceeds safely and neutrally can present real practical challenges.
AML lacks clarity – and standards are suffering
If firms are buckling under the pressure of AML regulations, subject to ever-increasing fines, then something is clearly not working as it should be.
