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FeatureBrave new world
If you’re working in a firm outside the top-100, you might not realise how you could benefit from the wave of technological innovation in the property sector. Graham Murphy looks at some high-profile innovators and the effect on practice, now and in the future
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FeatureNew beginnings
Graham Farrant, chief executive of HM Land Registry, provides an update on HM Land Registry’s digitisation plans, and the challenges and opportunities ahead
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OpinionFrom the ground up
In September 2017, Warren Gordon became the new chair of the Property Section. In his first comment piece, he provides a personal perspective on leasehold ground rents
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FeatureThe retreat from Bolam in claims against lawyers
This paper, written by Carl Troman, barrister and mediator, addresses the change in the law from the Supreme Court’s decision in Montgomery v Lanarkshire regarding the test for whether a professional breaches their duties towards their client when giving advice as to risk. It explores the scope and practical implications ...
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NewsR v P [2017] EWHC 1804 (Fam)
Unsuccessful attempt by F to seek return order where relationship with child was said to be ’limited and superficial’.
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NewsRe G (children) (habitual resident) [2017] EWHC 2111 (Fam)
Children found to be habitually resident in this jurisdiction despite them currently being out of the jurisdiction.
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Feature2017 in review
Section committee members James Perry and Alison Kirby give their personal take on some of the key developments in civil litigation this year, and share their predictions for 2018.
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FeatureBTE insurance: Absolute right to own solicitor at all times
A European court has ruled that a legal expenses insurer’s terms and conditions were incompatible with the Solvency II Directive, and that the claimant had a free choice of lawyer under a contract of legal expense insurance. Kerry Underwood’s response? Don’t take no for an answer from BTE insurers.
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FeatureThe new Bill of Costs - you're probably going to like it, actually
Are you ready for the new electronic Bill of Costs? Kevin Wonnacott is confident that it will be well-received by civil litigators.
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EventMLRO regional networking groups (various dates in 2018)
Our nationwide seminars provide information and networking forums for MLROs, their deputies and other senior compliance staff.
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NewsKeeping wills shipshape and Bristol fashion
Roman Kubiak discusses the plight of mutual wills and will disputes following family rifts.
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FeatureAutumn Budget 2017 - the headlines for law firms
Steve Roberts looks at the top-level developments in November’s Budget for law firms.
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FeatureThird party funding: a solicitor's perspective
Committee member Alison Kirby ponders the third party funding landscape as 2017 draws to a close.
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NewsAutumn Budget - a missed opportunity
Despite the extra funding pledged in the Spring Budget, social care was conspicuously absent from Philip Hammond’s speech on Wednesday, writes Spencer Gardner.
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NewsBNM v MGN – The essential summary
Andy Ellis, managing director of Practico Ltd, reacts to the Court of Appeal decision in BNM v MGN on proportionality.
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BlogsSolicitors and the fight against modern slavery
Olivier Roth discusses how solicitors can help businesses produce effective Section 54 statements as part of their obligations under the Modern Slavery Act.
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EventRisk and Compliance annual conference 2018: Locking down best practice in compliance
This conference will examine current issues that are affecting firms and legal departments, and features a mix of plenary sessions and a choice of workshops that will help you achieve best practice in compliance.