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How can I appoint an independent arbitrator?
I'm acting in a commercial dispute where negotiations are at a deadlock. There is no independent arbitration clause. Is there a process for appointing an...
08 Jan 2024
Can I charge for incoming telephone calls?
My client has been awarded costs in a civil litigation matter. I'm preparing my bill. May I charge for incoming telephone calls?
16 Mar 2021
Is a deed of variation of benefits a money laundering or tax evasion risk?
Clients may arrange to pay third parties under a deed of variation and beneficiaries may agree to send the money to anyone. Is there a...
22 Sep 2023
What does 'adequate and appropriate' insurance mean for a freelance solicitor?
I'm thinking of becoming a freelance solicitor and understand that if I want to provide reserved legal services I need to have ‘adequate and appropriate’...
06 Jun 2023
Do partners have to sign bills?
Must a partner of the firm sign all bills before delivery to the client?
26 Feb 2019
What should I do if my client loses capacity?
I’m acting in a civil litigation matter and have concerns about my client’s capacity. What should I do?
22 Sep 2023
Can my client use bitcoin to purchase property?
My firm is instructed to act in the cash purchase of a property. The purchase money is from the client’s investment in bitcoin. What should...
22 Sep 2023
What’s the procedure for executing a deed of transfer?
I’m acting for a couple in the sale of a property. Both clients signed the transfer in the same attestation clause. Their signatures were witnessed....
22 Sep 2023
What do we need to include in our policy on handling cash?
We limit the amount clients can pay in cash at the office, but how can we deal with the risk of clients paying cash directly...
22 Sep 2023
My client wants to end a damages-based agreement. Are they liable for costs?
I'm acting under a damages-based agreement. The client wishes to end the retainer and believes they are not liable to pay costs. A clause in...
22 Sep 2023
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