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UK data protection enforcer labelled 'ineffective'
The UK watchdog overseeing data protection is, and will continue to be, 'ineffective' unless the government takes action, research by an academic at the University of East Anglia has claimed.
Employment lawyer warns over social media vetting
A leading employment partner at a global law firm has warned companies about social media checks in the fallout of the resignation of the UK's first youth police and crime commissioner Paris Brown.
Top firms warned over cyber attacks
Security services have told the UK's largest law firms that 'urgent action' must be taken to avoid damage from cyber attacks.
Olswang re-elects CEO for second term
London-headquartered law firm Olswang has re-elected David Stewart as Chief Executive Officer for a second three-year term, the firm today announced.
Law students offer legal aid escape route
Law student volunteers are preparing to assist those who cannot afford legal advice following major cuts to the legal aid system, according to reports in the UK.
Court cat fight ends seven-year tussle
A nine-month court battle over a missing cat has settled a tug of war between its original owner and its adopted family.
International focus key to London market insurer panels
Law firms eyeing up a place on London market insurers' legal panels have been told to improve their global offering, as many City market firms prepare to review their panels this year.
UK lawyers launch climate bootcamp
British lawyers have welcomed representatives from climate-vulnerable countries to a week-long course aimed at boosting their ability to argue cases at UN negotiations.
Pinsent Masons seal exclusive Balfour Beatty deal
Global infrastructure group Balfour Beatty has decided to split its external legal spend, with London law firm Pinsent Masons bagging its sought after 'business as usual' legal work.
Litigation wave set to hit UK
A surge in litigation stemming from the financial crisis could overwhelm UK courts during the next year as claimants file law suits before their six-year statute of limitations runs out, lawyers have warned.
Divorce rush hits ahead of legal aid cuts
Thousands of unhappy couples have been rushing to begin divorce proceedings before UK legal funding is slashed next week, law firms have claimed.
'Devil's advocate' faces prison time
A self-styled lawyer who assumed the nickname 'Devil's advocate' for defending 'unwinnable' cases despite having no legal qualifications is facing jail time after being found guilty of 25 offences of deception, fraud, money laundering and forgery.
The Age of UnLawyering: it started with a creme egg
The latest company to challenge the traditional law firm ethos is Law Plain and Simple as it helps its clients help themselves, says Chrissie Lightfoot.
Media lawyers criticise press regulator proposals
Top British media lawyers have claimed that the government's proposals for a statute-backed press regulator will not achieve its goals and may in fact breach European law.
UK patent applications flatline as overseas innovation flourishes
There was virtually no increase in patent applications by UK businesses last year, suggesting that incoming tax breaks have not yet been successful in encouraging innovation at British companies, research by City law firm RPC yesterday found.
The implications of LASPO for litigation funding
Matthew Reach discusses the implications of new legislation for litigation funding in the UK.
Most Semple Fraser lawyers already in new jobs
More than 70 per cent of the lawyers made redundant in the collapse of Scottish law firm Semple Fraser have already found new jobs, the firm's administrator has revealed.
Withers and Speechly to announce merger
City law firms Withers and Speechly Bircham are reportedly preparing to make an announcement to confirm their merger today.
Top UK judge gives Budweiser a hangover
A US brewer which produces several global brands including Budweiser has attempted to challenge a London court ruling after claiming a judge made comments about the 'quality of beer'.
Bart Simpson faces court showdown with Mr Burns
They may invade our TV screens on a daily basis but those at Warwick Crown Court on Wednesday will have raised an eyebrow when characters from The Simpsons appeared on the running order of cases.