Emma Kaye reports on how uncertain market conditions are intensifying pressure on law firms
Susan Knox outlines the advantages of electronic disclosure in EU litigation
Iain Sheridan proposes a brave alternative to the hourly billing system
Over one-third (37%) of leading UK companies use a restricted panel of approved law firms for allocating their legal work, according to research.
The Law Society has applied to the European Court of Justice for leave to intervene in the Akzo Nobel case, an appeal against a recent judgment that legal professional privilege does not cover communications between company personnel and in-house lawyers during EU cartel investigations.
Serious injury teambolstered by high-profile partner hire
Firm strengthens employment team with partner hire
Lawyers’ liability practice strengthened with partner appointment in London