In the wake of the Facebook and Cambridge Analytica scandal, businesses that deal in personal data will be under more scrutiny than ever, forced to comply with new regulations that vastly change how they can gather data, and what that data can be used for. The General Data Protection Regulation, or GDPR, will be introduced […]
With Brexit on the horizon and plenty of legal change to be implemented, Lawyer monthly hears from Nick Vamos, Partner at Peters & Peters, on the implications for criminal law cooperation across Europe. The Brexit deal in which the UK Government is most confident in having both its cake and eating it is criminal justice […]
With the step by step digitisation of all departments, the government is now set to introduce digital conveyancing to the property sphere. Below Lawyer Monthly hears from Peter Robinson, Partner at Hunters Solicitors, on the process, how things are currently run, and the potential impact and challenges to be faced. Presently, the vast majority of […]
Sexual harassment has been the one topic consistently plastered over the papers and social media platforms in recent months. It seems that everyone has either had their own unpleasant brush with it or at least knows someone who has. But what has become apparent is that many wholly misunderstand what actually constitutes sexual harassment. What […]
Practically every task that takes place in the legal industry utilises paper. From deeds and contracts, to wills, leases, agreements, and litigations - the list of paper files that are necessary for the success of any task in this document intensive industry is endless. Mark Bailey is the Managing Director of EBM Managed Services, and […]
More than three million couples are in unmarried relationships – the second largest family type in the UK, as well as the fastest growing. Kelvin Henderson, Partner at Nelsons Solicitors, dispels the myths surrounding couples who are not married and then decide to separate. What is the so-called common law marriage? “A common misconception when […]
We now speak with Claudia Ningning Zhao, who speaks on how family law is progressing in China and the difficulties she faces representing her clients. What has been your biggest family law case achievement at the firm, and what challenges did this case present? Being an international family lawyer, the biggest achievement for me […]
Overthrowing the CPS: Has it Failed the Justice System? ‘Uneasy lies the head that wears a crown’. In recent weeks, the issue of Crown Prosecution Services (CPS) failings in the disclosure of relevant material has been in the spotlight following the collapse of two rape cases. The relevant material which had not been disclosed was […]
Not everyone is familiar with the condition of Asperger Syndrome, or other psychological illnesses. Dr Marzio Ascione speaks on how Expert Witnesses help the court and its jury understand the wonders of ‘hidden disabilities’. In what way can an expert witness influence in a case where the defendant has Asperger Syndrome? In a court […]
Six steps to starting a paralegal business. Law firms are increasingly recruiting paralegals as they offer strong, unparalleled support to barristers and solicitors, especially during busy working periods. Here, Amanda Hamilton from NALP, speaks on how you can open your own paralegal business and its benefits. Now is a good time to start your own […]
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