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Issue: Vol 172, Issue 8000

28 October 2022

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For centuries, the judiciary has remained one of the only checks against blatant attempts to mislead, says Sir Geoffrey Bindman KC

Throughout a remarkable career spanning more than six decades, Michael Zander has tirelessly championed the public interest, and endeavoured to make the justice system work better for those at the receiving end of the legal process. Now, in a wide-ranging NLJ interview with Grania Langdon-Down, Professor Zander reflects on his triggers, his achievements, his controversies, and his legacy

In an expert witness double-bill this week in NLJ, Mark Solon, founder of Bond Solon, warns of the perils of improper influence, recounting some cautionary tales in the form of recent caselaw.

In this week’s Civil Way, former District Judge Stephen Gold notes the bad news that justice is taking longer, and also compiles a helpful snagging list for the new Watford county court premises.

Current data protection safeguards for children need improving, writes Emily Carter in this week’s NLJ, which is why it’s important to continue with the Online Safety Bill despite inherent challenges.

Professor Dominic Regan of City Law School provides a ‘costs crammer’, in this week’s NLJ, in the first of a special refresher series.

The taste of success: Louis Iveson & Laura Trapnell examine Lindt’s victory in claiming the iconic chocolate rabbit as their own, & discuss what the UK courts would make of their evidence

As the government tweaks the Online Safety Bill, Emily Carter highlights the importance of making progress

New port alert order; Watford snags; waiting for a seal; Abu Dhabi start up prevails.

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MOVERS & SHAKERS

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NLJ career profile: Liz McGrath KC

A good book, a glass of chilled Albarino, and being creative for pleasure help Liz McGrath balance the rigours of complex bundles and being Head of Chambers

Burges Salmon—Matthew Hancock-Jones

Firm welcomes director in its financial services financial regulatory team

New Square Chambers—Alexander Farara

Chambers welcomes new member

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New partnership to help those navigating court alone testing Premium Content

Law school partners with charity to give free assistance to litigants in need

Rise & rise of the flexible lawyer

Magic circle firms, in-house legal departments and litigation firms alike are embracing more flexible ways to manage surges of workloads, the success of Flex Legal has shown

Rise & rise of the flexible lawyer testing Premium Content

Magic circle firms, in-house legal departments and litigation firms alike are embracing more flexible ways to manage surges of workloads, the success of Flex Legal has shown

Walk the Thames to provide a legal support lifeline Premium Content

Walkers and runners will take in some of London’s finest views at the 16th annual charity event

New partnership to help those navigating court alone