A fine affair on fees
The following letter was originally published in the Gazette: “Dear Editor, Whether the original ban on referral fees is reinstated (see [2004] Gazette, 4 June, 14) or the amended rules, which offer ‘greater clarity for the profession’, remain in place, the key question will be one of enforcement. Given the Court of Appeal has confirmed
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Accidental touch
The following letter was originally published in the Gazette: “Dear Editor, I note your recent article headed ‘Unenforceable’ CFAs escalate costs chaos (see [2002] Gazette, 22 August, 1). Lord Woolf also seeks a name for pro bono work. How about ‘Accident Group scheme’? Simon Gibbs”
A dressing-down
The following letter was originally published in the Gazette: “Dear Editor, The existing distinction in court dress between solicitor-advocates and barristers is ridiculous. This penalises both solicitors and – more importantly – their clients. Obviously solicitor-advocates should be allowed to wear wigs without further delay. However, a subtle difference in the design of the wigs