Law Society publishes Mazur practice note
Following on the from the continued fallout from the landmark Mazur decision, which has raised the spectre of unqualified staff being unable to conduct litigation work, even under supervision, the Law Society has moved to publish a new practice note for litigation solicitors. Mazur considered whether a non-authorised person is entitled to conduct litigation under […]
Taylor Rose appoints new partners to strengthen and expand national offering
Law firm Taylor Rose has announced a series of partner promotions to strengthen capabilities in key practice areas and expand its offering across the country. The firm is investing in talent across areas including family law, conveyancing and private client. Three of the nine new partners have been promoted from consultant level, which Taylor Rose […]
Leeds Reforms causing ‘high levels of concern’ in law firms, research suggests
Law firms have high levels of concern over the legal liability and regulatory penalties posed by lighter regulation under the government’s Leeds Reforms, according to a survey by compliance training provider Skillcast. When the reforms were announced earlier this year, the government said the changes will ‘tear down the barriers to attracting investment in the […]