All Feature articles – Page 9
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FeatureChallenging behaviour
Zoë Allen-Robinson looks at the regulator’s requirement for managers in law firms to challenge unfair behaviour
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FeatureOpen to all
FBC Manby Bowdler is at the forefront of moves to open a career in law to people from all backgrounds. Charlotte Clode explains why the award-winning firm is so committed to breaking down barriers
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FeatureChallenges in sanctions compliance
Katarina Pranjic of Lexis Nexis Risk Solutions looks at the challenges of managing sanctions risks, and provides some top tips for keeping on top of the changes
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FeatureMorris v Morris and the issue of assisted dying
Rajinder Rai looks into the recent judgment in Morris v Morris
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FeatureSLAPP down
Rebecca Atkinson outlines what SLAPPs are and looks at why their use by firms is on the SRA’s radar
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FeatureCall of duty
Paul Bennett discusses new obligations around preventing sexual harassment in the workplace
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FeatureBeast of burden
Is the regulatory burden for solicitors increasing or does it just seem that way? Duncan Finlyson considers recent developments
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FeatureUnder investigation
Susanna Heley outlines what to expect when the SRA decides to investigate or take disciplinary action
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FeatureHeld to account
Andy Donovan appeared on the BBC recently and was asked to explain to the viewing public how so much client money could go missing. He outlines his personal response here
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FeatureAct of intelligence
There has been a lot of media coverage about the benefits and dangers of artificial intelligence, and the speed of its development. Jessica Clay and Lauren Chalker consider the challenges of regulation and whether it is keeping pace
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FeatureA question of competence
The SRA recently published its second annual assessment of continuing competence for 2024. Melissa Hardee considers the findings
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FeatureThe future of mediation: voluntary or compulsory
Rajinder Rai looks at the latest government changes around mandatory mediation
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FeaturePlaying it safe
The recent Leasehold and Freehold Reform Act 2024 amends the Building Safety Act to allow for further rights of recourse. Charis Beverton and Sarah Grant outline the key changes
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FeaturePipped at the post
Priscilla Sinder looks at how strong post-completion processes can help property practitioners meet their obligations and avoid costly mistakes
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FeatureLip service
Phil Parkinson and Aisling McWilliams look at the issues surrounding service charges under the new legislation, and highlight the need for further clarity in an essential secondary legislative framework
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FeatureShine a light
The law around ‘rights of light’ is complex. Matthew Weal, Shanna Davison and Hugh Le Gear consider the issues in light of the new government’s plans
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FeatureWhat next for leasehold?
The Leasehold and Freehold Reform Act 2024 introduces fundamental changes to extend further rights to leaseholders of residential property. Katie Cohen looks at the current act and outlines what the new government is likely to change
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FeatureA knotty issue
Claudia Oliver and Jack Lightburn outline the practical matters parties should consider when dealing with Japanese knotweed
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FeatureRegister change
After talking to customers, HM Land Registry is simplifying the process for updating addresses for service and applying for first registrations. Alister Heywood explains the changes
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FeatureSwept away
Tom Knightley considers a recent case disputing sweeper clauses within the service charge provisions of leases