All articles by John Hyde – Page 15
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NewsFirm owner who admitted ‘winging it’ struck off the roll
Inexperienced director used client money to prevent firm’s debt tipping over limit.
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NewsKing's speech: Litigation funders left in limbo
Funders craving assurances since PACCAR ruling are left disappointed as Labour government overlooks sector in initial legislative programme.
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NewsJudge laments ‘unconscionable’ 131-week wait to end care case
Case was heard over 17 hearings by nine judges, as legal limit for a resolution was disregarded.
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NewsManchester law group targets acquisitions with private equity cash
Beyond Law Group wants to increase its speciality service in new UK locations.
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OpinionPost Office scandal already a wake-up call for in-house lawyers
Every senior management team should be asking: are we doing enough for our lawyers?
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NewsPost Office misled us ahead of litigation, says former minister
Kelly Tolhurst says government was concerned about defending group claims but could not interfere.
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NewsFirm director rebuked over conviction for assaulting neighbour
SRA accepts incident over late night music volume was an isolated incident.
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NewsSatisfaction levels and trust in lawyers continue to rise
Over 90% of respondents to consumer watchdog's survey are confident their legal provider can keep their money safe.
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NewsEmployee-owned Yorkshire business snaps up local firm
Ison Harrison will move 27 Cohen Cramer staff across to its Leeds office this summer.
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NewsIn depth: How law firms can save stressed staff from themselves
As LawCare highlights cases of burnout involving lawyers being available 24/7 and checking emails outside work, some firms have hired external resource managers to save staff from themselves.
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NewsSRA shuts down London firm after three fines in two years
Regulator says owner failed to comply with the code of conduct and insurance rules.
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NewsLord chancellor kicks off discount rate review
Decision on the figure of adjustments to personal injury settlements will be taken by early next year.
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NewsFirm fined £10,700 for over-charging from damages
Firm charged 35% on at least 26 client files when DBA regulations limit deductions to 25%.
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NewsIn depth: SRA bides its time on CILEX coup
The SRA has formally announced that it wants to regulate Chartered Institute of Legal Executives members, arguing that this is in the public interest. But with the Law Society Council holding an effective veto, could the future of legal services regulation be at stake?
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NewsLegal secretary subjected to unwanted sexual conduct, rules tribunal
Firm argued the incidents complained about were office banter, but judge rejects this submission.
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NewsSeven closed courts still sit unsold
Seven of the many courts closed by the last government are still to be disposed of, it has been revealed.
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NewsZahawi solicitor to face SDT over ‘without prejudice’ email
Representatives for Osborne Clarke partner tell the tribunal the SRA’s prosecution is ‘misconceived’.
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NewsHigh-profile Conservative lawyers ousted in election landslide
Past and present lord chancellors lost seats in dramatic general election night.
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NewsClaims firm with £37m debts appoints administrators
McDermott Smith multiplied its work in progress seven-fold in the last year.
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NewsLying injury claimant left in 'parlous' position after losing £1.2m
Claim for £6.6m compensation said to be the biggest ever rejected over fundamental dishonesty.