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Funder targets consumer claims with ABS launch and law firm deal
A law firm funder with £25m in the market has launched its own alternative business structure focused on consumer claims and also acquired data breach law firm Hayes Connor.
Class action representative “too reliant” on her lawyers
The Competition Appeal Tribunal has refused to certify a £500m collective action because the proposed class representative was insufficiently independent of her solicitors and funder.
More than third of clients do not instruct same firm for new work
Fewer than two-thirds of consumers who needed legal services more than once used the same firm, according to new research.
Treasury seeks to intervene in Supreme Court motor finance case
The government has applied to intervene in the Supreme Court hearing on motor finance, expressing concern that the Court of Appeal ruling could damage the market.
Top firm’s COLP “acted reasonably” over concerns about client
The COLP at leading City law firm Kennedys has been cleared of failing to adequately investigate concerns about a property development it was advising on.
MPs revive inquiry into county court delays
The justice select committee has launched a new inquiry into the county court, “amid persistent concerns over capacity and resources”, after the previous one was cut short by the election.
SDT introduces automatic disclosure of documents
The Solicitors Disciplinary Tribunal has introduced a new policy which aims to cut the number of non-party disclosure applications by the press and public.
Former Lord Chancellor swaps Bar for US law firm partnership
Former Lord Chancellor Alex Chalk KC has left the self-employed Bar to become a partner in the London office of US law firm Jones Day.
Post Office scandal “shows that privilege needs urgent reform”
The Post Office inquiry shows that legal professional privilege presents “significant problems of principle and practice” and needs urgent reform, leading academics have argued.
Pupil suspended for cheating in training exercise
A first-six pupil barrister who accessed a file without permission that helped her with a training exercise, and then pretended she had not, has been suspended for 18 months.
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Five golden links for a caring Christmas and New Year
This time of year always sharpens thoughts about how we look after and support elderly clients and those, elderly or otherwise, who find themselves in vulnerable circumstances.
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.
