The chancellor’s U-turn on capital gains tax (CGT) has evoked mixed reactions from lawyers and accountants, with many complaining that it will complicate the system.
The UK needs to improve its woeful record on combating bribery, says Eoin O’Shea
Small and medium-sized firms will be “disadvantaged disproportionately” by the new legal disciplinary practice (LDP) provisions of the Legal Services Act, the Legal Services Policy Institute claims.
Bear Stearns represents a costly lesson in contractual principles, says Paul Nicholls
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Shareholders now have a statutory right to sue directors in derivative actions. Will they use it? asks Dov Ohrenstein
HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) has won a court victory against VAT ‘carousel’ fraud.
Private wealth and tax team welcomes cross-border specialist as consultant
International hospitality and leisure specialist joins corporate team as partner
Firm appoints head of intellectual property to drive northern growth