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'Story does not end here': claimant firms react to ‘disappointing’ motor finance judgment
Supreme Court ruling a ‘major blow to consumer protection' and 'will force claims management companies to change their strategy'.
Clients need compensation for emotional strain, says ombudsman
AI to be embedded across justice system
Land Registry invites deeds signed electronically
In focus: Information war rages on litigation funding
FCA to consult on motor finance redress following Supreme Court ruling
Barrister’s appeal against disbarment over sexual harassment of pupils dismissed
In focus: Has geopolitics trumped legal nuance on sanctions?
Motor finance: Supreme Court upholds lender appeals
Miscarriage of justice watchdog reviews failed IPP applications
Hundreds sign petition calling for SQE reform
Pogust Goodhead threatens action over 'unlawful conspiracy' to undermine case
Legal Aid Agency data breach bigger than first thought
Tweeting solicitor avoids suspension but must attend antisemitism course
Specialists welcome new arbitration regime
Reading Crown Court tests fast-track case pilot
Society secures funding for US market-opening work
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An MoJ AI Action Plan – with gaps
It doesn’t matter whether we are AI enthusiasts or supporters of the ‘Pull-out-the-plugs’ movement (that’s me). With AI coming whether we like it or not, an action plan has to be implemented.
Best of the blogs - 2 August 2025
Missed our blogs this week? Here’s our top five…
Trying to see the funny side
Guest Column: Sh1t Lawyer (sic)
My legal life: Richard Tinkler, Wolsey Probate
Lawyer in the news: John Gould, Russell Cooke LLP
Lawyer in the news: Claire Gordon, Farrer & Co
My legal life: Shivani Mistry, Alfred H Knight
Lawyer in the news: James Cockburn, Harcus Parker
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Roundtable: Coming forward - supporting profitability and growth
In seeking business success, law firms lean ever harder on functions that were traditionally ‘back office’ – and clients are noticing. Eduardo Reyes reports from the Gazette’s latest roundtable discussion, sponsored by Travelers.
Memory lane
The abolishment of the year-and-a-day rule for murder, calls for less prescription on ABSs, and the Valley Parade fire disaster.
Keep on keeping on
Veteran defence solicitor Karen Todner had cause for celebration last week.
Judge’s poignant postscript
‘In the course of finalising this judgment, three extraordinary events occurred.’
Centre stage at the semicentennial
South West London Law Centres hosts ‘thank you’ event, reuniting over 100 people who have helped shape group over past five decades.
My legal life: Richard Tinkler, Wolsey Probate
Head of probate at Wolsey Probate, Anglia Research’s in-house legal team, Ipswich.
Finding the middle way
Data page – July 2025
GenAI: Ethical and practical concerns on using generative AI for legal work
Thin blue line
Agentic AI: team player
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All the latest news from Solicitors Regulation Authority
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SRA and FCA warn law firms and claims management companies over poor practices in motor finance commission claims
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SRA appoints Sarah Rapson as new Chief Executive Officer
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Report shows small firms keen to adopt technology but barriers still exist
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First-tier complaints rule changes should help everyone improve
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SRA issues record-breaking fine to Kingly Solicitors owner
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SRA sets out expanded 2025/26 business plan to address rising risks in legal services
Firm hires: Residential conveyancing specialists join DMH Stallard
Firm hire: Corporate and commercial partner joins Capsticks
Firm promotion: Banking and finance partner appointment at Ellis Jones Solicitors
Firm hire: Trowers & Hamlins recruits funds specialist
Firm promotions: Lodders makes four partner appointments
Firm promotion: Managing partner appointment at Arc Pensions Law
Firm promotions: Hugh Jones Solicitors
Firm promotions: Osbornes Law appoints three partners
The importance of project management in law
Lean Six Sigma For Law (second edition).
Valuable addition to discrimination lawyer's bookshelf
A Practical Guide to Claims in the First-Tier Tribunal (SEND) for Disability Discrimination in Schools in England.
The 'monkey selfie' and redefining personhood
'Wanted, More than Human Intellectual Property: Animal Authors and Human Machines'.
Debating the death penalty
Dismantling the Death Penalty: Research-Based Answers to the Essential Questions.
Macrocrimes magnified
Treatise on International Criminal Law: Volume III: International Criminal Procedure (second edition).
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