Richard Pettet urges lawyers to make the most of social networking opportunities
For reasons which remain unclear the Ministry of Justice rushed in the Family Procedure Rules 2010 in such a way that back-up practice directions and forms were coming off the legislative press as the rules came into operation.
Following the recent introduction of the Family Procedure Rules (FPR) in April 2011, this book is a timely publication, intended as a guide for the practitioner through the new rules, including helpful tips and highlighting the differences between the new rules and the old.
The Centre for Effective Dispute Resolution (CEDR) has announced the creation of a new operational base in Ireland to benefit its growing mediation marketplace.
The Association of Women Solicitors (AWS) has announced the winners of the AWS Awards 2011, celebrating the success of women solicitors in business.
Blandy & Blandy LLP has recruited Jonathan Gater as new joint managing partner succeeding Nick Burrows.
The Law Society has appointed Julia Bateman as head of its international department.
HLE blogger Timothy Pitt-Payne QC presents his policy paper on employment vetting
Referral fees are to be banned in personal injury cases, the Ministry of Justice (MoJ) has announced
Gage inquiry accuses Ministry of Defence of “corporate failure”
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
