Hague’s new human rights body must be truly independent, says Law Society
Plans announced by the Foreign Secretary to create a human rights advisory body of independent experts must be truly independent and not influenced by factors beyond a human rights remit. For the...
View ArticleLaw Society helps prepare students for legal career
Law students are encouraged to attend a free conference being held next month to prepare for the challenges of a legal career. ‘Preparing Students for Gaining Entry to the Solicitors’ Profession’ will...
View ArticleNew complaints handling service launched to maintain quality of solicitor...
Solicitors gear up for launch of Legal Ombudsman Solicitors will be strongly positioned for the new complaints handling era when the Legal Ombudsman takes over from the Legal Complaints Service (LCS)...
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Increased legal costs under government refusal to ban referral fees
Justice Minister Jonathan Djanogly’s refusal to implement a ban on referral fees in personal injury litigation will cause increased legal costs. Law Society President Linda Lee said the decision will...
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