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Exploiting Loopholes: How UK Law Firms Navigate Dual Representation and Conflicts of Interest
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Exploiting Loopholes: How UK Law Firms Navigate Dual Representation and Conflicts of Interest

Written by John Barwell 21 May 202419 August 2026

Exploring ethical concerns in UK law firms: navigating dual representation, conflicts of interest, and legal loopholes.

Enduring Fiduciary Duties in Estate Planning: Evaluating Conflicts of Interest After Retainer Conclusion
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Enduring Fiduciary Duties in Estate Planning: Evaluating Conflicts of Interest After Retainer Conclusion

Written by John Barwell 17 May 202419 August 2026

Exploring fiduciary duties in estate planning: Burnetts Solicitors case highlights ethical and legal considerations for solicitors.

An Ethical Lawyer’s Approach to Avoiding Conflicts of Interest in British Law Practice
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An Ethical Lawyer’s Approach to Avoiding Conflicts of Interest in British Law Practice

Written by John Barwell 16 May 202419 August 2026

Exploring the critical importance of managing conflicts of interest in law to uphold ethical standards and client trust.

“Concluded Retainer” Argument Holds No Weight: Analysing Solicitor Conflicts Under the SRA Code
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“Concluded Retainer” Argument Holds No Weight: Analysing Solicitor Conflicts Under the SRA Code

Written by John Barwell 15 May 202419 August 2026

Examining the ethical obligations of UK solicitors to avoid conflicts of interest and maintain client confidentiality, with a focus on regulatory and case law guidance.

Protecting Clients’ Interests: The Need for Closing Letters and Defined Fiduciary Duty Guidelines
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Protecting Clients’ Interests: The Need for Closing Letters and Defined Fiduciary Duty Guidelines

Written by John Barwell 14 May 202419 August 2026

Examining ethical breaches by solicitors and the need for regulatory reforms to protect clients, with a focus on mandatory closing letters and fiduciary duty guidelines.

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