News in brief
Mark Jarman assesses the impact of the Hague Convention & BIIR on public law proceedings
Court of Appeal lands major body blow to the Ministry of Defence
Dr John McMullen on restructuring, downsizing & workforce lay-offs
Costs
Dr Nicholas Dobson reports on favouritism & local authority decisions
Legal aid
Damages claims against public authorities remain an uphill battle, says Daniel Saoul
Malcolm Dowden asks whether the signature of property documents is more than a mere formality
Geraldine Morris outlines the recent rule changes arising from granting media access to family courts
MOVERS & SHAKERS
Jurit LLP—Caroline Williams
Private wealth and tax team welcomes cross-border specialist as consultant
Freeths—Michelle Kirkland Elias
International hospitality and leisure specialist joins corporate team as partner
Flint Bishop—Deborah Niven
Firm appoints head of intellectual property to drive northern growth
