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News
Global Law Summit: Discount for International Division members
International Division members can register for the three-day package at the special price of £999 + VAT.
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EventCross Border Private Client Section Conference (4 March 2015)
This one-day event organised by the Private Client Section will deliver an in-depth examination on the leading issues in cross-border private client law.
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FeatureBetter than cure
Wills and probate is the third most complained-about area of law in England and Wales today. Cerys Jones outlines some quick wins to help you avoid complaints in the three most sensitive areas: costs, delays and instructions
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FeaturePick of the bunch
In response to the ageing population and increased demand for elderly care, providers are offering a much wider range of care services. Oliver Stirk outlines the options, and how private client practitioners can help
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FeatureCareful as you go
Bethan Harris and Beatrice Prevatt provide a detailed guide to Care Act 2014
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FeatureBalancing act
Knowing who your client is and balancing the need to act in their best interests with regulatory requirements around conflicts and confidentiality can be challenging when acting for elderly clients. Melinda Giles explains
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FeatureBack to basics 35: Deprivation of liberty
Adam Boukraa looks at how the system in place to authorise deprivations of liberty under the Mental Capacity Act 2005 works
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FeatureConnecting the dots
Conflicts of interest can arise when solicitors act for clients to whom they are connected. Michelle Garlick looks at the statutory guidance on these tricky situations, and what solicitors should do when faced with them
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FeatureThe leftovers
The self-certification amount of which firms can donate to charity without prior authorisation increased to £500 from 31 October 2014. Jacky Ellis outlines the rules for dealing with residual client account balances and provides some handy hints
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OpinionHappy new year
Simon Leney reflects on what 2015 may hold in store beyond the general election in May
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NewsHMRC voluntary disclosure - notify by 9 March 2015
HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) is giving solicitors the chance to bring their tax affairs up to date
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FeatureRoundtable: Jackson reforms and your practice part 1
It’s clear that 18 months on from the inception of the Jackson reforms, litigators are continuing to grapple with their practical impact. The CJS executive committee, plus some Section members, share their experiences on how they are tackling the problems the reforms have thrown up and how their practices have ...