When Next of Kin Are Nowhere to Be Found: The Legal Maze of Unclaimed Estates

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Article Source: HeirPros.com In the world of probate law, nothing brings a case to a grinding halt quite like the absence of an identifiable heir. When someone dies intestate—without a will—and no next of kin can be located, the estate enters a legal gray zone riddled with delays and complications. In such cases, working with […]

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When Lawyers Go Rogue: NSW Solicitor’s Spectacular Flameout

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“Clowns”, “Wankers”, Says Lawyer To Law Society Well, well, well. If there’s ever been a masterclass in how to spectacularly torpedo your legal career while simultaneously confirming every awful stereotype about lawyers, George Sideris just delivered it — gift-wrapped with a bow made of profanity and middle-finger emojis. This delightfully unhinged NSW solicitor managed to get himself

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What I Wish I Knew Before Hiring a Spouse Visa Lawyer

Sonia Hickey You must have seen many people deal with all kinds of issues during the spouse visa application process. You’ll be juggling tons of paperwork, legal jargon, and double-checking everything just to make sure that everything’s in place, and even then, your application may get rejected.  Most couples prefer to hire a spouse visa

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BigLaw’s Pay Party: UK Partners Laugh All the Way to Their Third Homes

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Which UK Firm Takes The Top Partner Pay? Magic Circle firms post eye-watering PEP figures while associates wonder if they’ll ever afford London rent John Bowie, LawFuel publisher What a delightful time to be a BigLaw equity partner in London. While many mortals navigate inflation and mortgage rates that would make a loan shark blush,

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International Court of Justice -Pacific activists celebrate landmark decision on climate accountability

24 July 2025 Pacific – The International Court of Justice has provided its Advisory Opinion on climate change, making clear that states most responsible for the crisis have a legal obligation to protect current and future generations by cutting emissions and providing reparations for those affected.  Driven by a demand from Pacific youth and island nations

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Texas Adoption Roadmap: From Home Study to Decree

Article Source: LLS Law, TX The clock starts ticking the moment you decide to adopt in Texas. While the joy of welcoming a child home awaits, the path between your first call and final decree stretches months into what can feel like years. Understanding this timeline and its hidden pitfalls can mean the difference between

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Clifford Chance Partner Compensation Hits £2.11 million As Firm Revenue Grows to £2.4 billion

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The latest law firm to record its financial performance is Clifford Chance who have a significant lift in US revenues and overall revenue growth of 9 percent to Clifford Chance Partner Compensation Hits £2.11 million As Firm Revenue Grows to £2.4 billion. The media statement is below – Clifford Chance reports record financial performance 23

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Question: Do I Really Want to Make Partner?

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The Golden Handcuffs Paradox: When Partnership Dreams Become Nightmare Reality Here’s a subversive thought that’s been bubbling up in law firm corridors and anonymous message boards: what if the brass ring we’re all reaching for is actually fool’s gold? A recent Fishbowl discussion has lawyers questioning whether the partnership track is really the yellow brick

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Linklaters’ Big Year – Record revenues and profits With Partner Profits at Over £2 Million

Following its record profits last year, Linklaters continues its run with an 11 percent increase over 2024’s results as the firm’s expansion into the US continues and partner profits increase to £2.1m, a 15 percent increase over 2024 adding to its big law pay success. Linklaters media statement – Linklaters reports record revenue and profit

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