All Practice points articles – Page 23
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FeatureCovid-19: Entitlement of defendants awaiting trial to apply for bail
Practical impact of coronavirus on such things as remand times and resources make it inevitable that bail positions should be reviewed.
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FeatureProlonged disorders of consciousness, the courts and clinicians
New guidance includes recent changes in the law governing procedures for the continuation or withdrawal of clinically assisted nutrition and hydration.
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FeatureRemote working tips for lawyers
Stay in touch with colleagues, set boundaries with yourself, and stick to a routine.
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FeaturePublic law for regulators in the time of coronavirus
Prioritise the most urgent and serious needs and act as flexibly as you can within your own legal framework/policies.
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FeatureAvailability of two-plus-two marriage ceremonies
Figures suggest that in some areas it is virtually impossible for a couple to book a two-plus-two ceremony within a few months of deciding to marry.
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OpinionSuccessfully managing remote legal teams
What can firms do to ensure their teams remain motivated during this unprecedented time?
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OpinionCoronavirus Q&A: Executing wills
Common queries answered about how best to execute wills during the Covid-19 outbreak.
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FeatureHow will the coronavirus impact family law?
Outbreak could have a big effect on family cases, particularly those with an international element.
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FeatureA clause for concern in the workplace
Employment law and Brexit: The Withdrawal Agreement Bill has received royal assent and become law.
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FeatureClarity on ‘dominant purpose’ test
The Court of Appeal has provided important guidance in relation to LAP in two recent judgments.
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FeatureLegal needs: Seeking professional help
Last week saw publication of the biggest ever survey of legal needs in England and Wales, commissioned by the Law Society and umbrella regulator the Legal Services Board.
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FeatureQuestionable justification for the killing of General Soleimani
Was the U.S. acting lawfully under the international laws governing the use of armed force?