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FeatureFour strategies to make change permanent in 2026
If you’ve ever wondered why you struggle to stay motivated, the answer lies in neuroscience. Stuart Munro explores four strategies that will help you create lasting habits in the year ahead
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FeatureRisky business
Although the Solicitors Regulation Authority backed away from sweeping changes to client accounts, it is still considering alternatives to protecting client money. Sean Hankin and Liz Bond explain
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FeatureGetting to the source
Alison Matthews considers the SRA’s findings in its recently published thematic review on source of funds and wealth compliance
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FeatureOn the horizon
Rebecca Atkinson previews what’s on the regulatory horizon and sets out the headline issues that should be on your risk radar in the coming year
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FeatureWhy Mazur matters
The recent Mazur judgment represents a significant turning point in the practical interpretation of how law firms conduct litigation. Paul Bennett, who acted in the case, outlines the issues and challenges ahead
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FeatureSuspicious minds
As well as money laundering, the Proceeds of Crime Act 2002 guards against other forms of criminal conduct, and the penalties for breaches can be severe. Kayleigh Smale explains
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FeatureAML: A tale of two regulators
Colette Best considers the announcement that the Financial Conduct Authority will take over responsibility for supervising lawyers’ anti-money laundering and counter-terrorism financing activities
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FeatureFive New Year resolutions to reduce cyber threats
Mitigo outlines five New Year’s resolutions your firm can make to mitigate the threat of cyber-attacks
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FeatureCompliance roles under the spotlight
Governance in law firms is set to be a key focus for 2026, with compliance roles under review. Juliet Oliver outlines the key issues
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FeatureStamp duty and storage units
Sean Randall examines the most controversial stamp duty land tax decision released in 2025
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FeatureUsing section 43 orders in cases of sexual misconduct
The SRA has recently obtained section 43 orders against partners in international firms who are legally qualified in other jurisdictions. Nigel West looks at the detail
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FeatureRedrawing the boundaries
Michael Duncan looks at three recent adverse possession cases that have provided clarity on some of the nuances in this area of law
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FeatureFinding the source
Rebecca Atkinson considers source of funds and wealth, and outlines the level of due diligence needed to meet your compliance obligations
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FeatureForfeiture forever?
Following the latest missed opportunity to reform the law of forfeiture, Peter Petts and Jamal Demachkie advise on ways to navigate this difficult area of law
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FeatureOn thin ice
Failing to properly return client monies is in breach of the Accounts Rules and can lead to regulatory action. Andrew Blatt explains the issues involved in residual balances – and what firms can do to clear them
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FeatureLeasehold landmark?
Katie Cohen looks at the recent High Court decision regarding a challenge to freeholder rights in the Leasehold and Freehold Reform Act 2024
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FeatureProperty law programme
Following the launch of the Law Commission’s Fourteenth Programme of Law Reform, Shanna Davison and Graeme Robertson outline what’s in store for the property sector
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FeatureA matter of record
It seems as though the regulators are handing out fines to firms on an almost daily basis. Paul Bennett considers the specific challenges this poses for larger firms
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FeatureOut of time
Paul Tonkin and Lucy Redman assess a recent case on cladding issues which indicates that the Building Safety Act 2022 can apply further back than was previously thought
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FeatureWhat’s the plan?
Robert Garden and David Hardy outline how to prepare for the forthcoming Planning and Infrastructure Act, expected to receive royal assent shortly