Our practice note has important advice for criminal practitioners on the statutory defences available to asylum seekers who may be charged with offences relating to:

• the possession or control of false documents, or
• the failure to have an immigration document at a leave or asylum interview.

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Preetha Gopalan, an associate at Oslwang LLP, writes about her experience of working with young people to increase their understanding of the law as part of the Lawyers in Schools programme. This unique initiative is run by The Citizenship Foundation and partners lawyers with students from schools in economically and socially disadvantaged communities.
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Save time and money by creating your own client-care policies using the templates in this invaluable toolkit. They offer a fast and straightforward way to draw up bespoke policies tailored to your firm’s needs.

This edition contains a range of template client-care policies to help you achieve best practice (with or without Lexcel accreditation).
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Myanmar – a new era: London roundtable conference – 3.5 CPD hours

Myanmar is a place to watch. For most companies exploring new business opportunities in Myanmar, finding a local partner, often a solicitor, is a must. This roundtable will include sessions on investing in myanmar, financing and security, energy and infrastructure, and manufacturing, trading and services. Book by 14 December.
Book now – 17 December

Judicial appointments: interview training for solicitors – 5.5 CPD hours

In view of increasing competition for judicial appointments, this course will help solicitor applicants to enhance their application and interview performance. Courses are taking place in Manchester, Bristol and London.
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Private Client Section: cross border conference 2016 – 5.5 CPD hours

This year’s conference will focus on the Brussels IV regulation which came into effect on 17 August. Expert speakers from various jurisdictions will cover cross border issues for English law and across Europe, the impact of European succession from UK and European perspectives, offshore tax planning in the current climate and contested probate.
Book now – 3 March
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Law Management Section annual conference 2016 – 5.5 CPD hours

This flagship event will incorporate a mix of plenary and breakout sessions, ensuring delegates are offered the opportunity to discuss common challenges, share experiences and hear practical tips from both their peers and expert speakers. The 2016 programme will focus on the impact of technology in law firms, business development, finance and staff attraction and retention.
Book now – 27 April
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Regulatory framework and changes for in-house lawyers – 1 CPD hour

This webinar addresses matters that must be considered by in-house counsel. Topics covered include common regulatory compliance issues for solicitors working in-house, key compliance changes, whether your employer should be considering authorisation, and a glance into the future.
Book now – 20 January

Law Society members can enjoy up to 20 per cent off at Austin Reed, including their bespoke service. So with Christmas just around the corner, now is the time to invest in a unique, made-to-measure experience.
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Lark’s bespoke Law Society motor insurance scheme, underwritten by Aviva.
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Price Bailey offer Law Society members expert accounting services, including access to a free advice hotline.
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