In June 2017, the new Money Laundering, Terrorist Financing and Transfer of Funds (Information on the Payer) Regulations 2017 (MLRs) came into effect. They require more effort to combat money laundering and terrorist financing on the part of law firms and other ‘relevant persons’ – in particular to carry out thorough Customer Due Diligence (CDD), […]
New research from, CenturyLink EMEA, an IT Services company specialising in digital transformation, has found that 20% of consumers would either definitely, or possibly, trust an automated, robotic service - such as a chatbot - to provide advice on a legal case relating to them. The survey, conducted by Censuswide, quizzed over 1,200 consumers, finding […]
Valerie isn't your typical city lawyer. She works at a major international law firm - Hogan Lovells is a serious power house - but is part of the next tech savvy, innovative generation focused on what her clients really want and are not restricted by historic client/lawyer models. These lawyers are looking to do things […]
Written by Jaya Harrar Lawyer Monthly had the pleasure of speaking with Dr Katherine Theodotou earlier this month; Katherine is an impressive professional who has not only had significant impact in the legal industry, but also in her work as a human rights activist. She has dedicated her life’s work to supporting and assisting […]
Criminal defense is an art form, according to Attorney David Jolly. He says: “When we go to trial we tell stories in a manner that will persuade 6 or 12 complete strangers- the Jury. I think the best criminal defence attorneys have a very creative side to them and the ability to think around a […]
Article Written by Calogero Boccadutri Divorce in Italy can be both simple and quick, if an agreement can be reached with the future ex-spouse. In case of a lack of agreement, the fate of the divorce is decided by lawyers, within the limits of their role and remit, and by the judge. After law 55/2015 […]
Joanne Caffrey works throughout the UK and Republic of Ireland for Expert cases, training or consultancy; custody, education and care is her speciality. She has worked as an adviser for BBC Radio4 File on Four investigations and Radio 5 Live Investigations and has delivered training to the IPCC (Independent Police Complaints Commission) regarding police custody. […]
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