The Model Rules of Professional Conduct provides an up-to-date resource for information on legal ethics. Federal, state and local courts in all jurisdictions look to the Rules for guidance in solving lawyer malpractice cases, disciplinary actions, disqualification issues, sanctions questions and much more. In this volume, black-letter Rules of Professional Conduct are followed by numbered Comments that explain each Rule's purpose and provide suggestions for its practical application. The Rules will help you identify proper conduct in a variety of given situations, review those instances where discretionary action is possible, and define the nature of the relationship between you and your clients, colleagues and the courts.

The meanings of over 30,000 legal abbreviations are provided. They range from those in use for centuries to the most up-to-date additions and cover the UK, the USA, Europe and the Commonwealth.

Explains how intangible assets such as contractual debts or equitable entitlements may be assigned under English law.

Bullen & Leake & Jacob is widely regarded as the essential guide to drafting statements of case. This new edition presents an expanded and revised stock of authoritative, modern and structured precedents complete with guiding commentary. Written at a time when the Civil Procedure Rules have bedded down somewhat, the 15th edition will fully reflect all the issues of the CPR and the legislative and judicial developments in the individual practice areas. Busy practitioners can rest assured that they are relying on the most up-to-date information. A new edition of the standard work, completely updated and cautiously expanded. Coverage of both mainstream and specialist practice areas. A practical working tool for all advocates in an easily-searched and user friendly format. Compiled by over 60 leading barristers. Provides tightly drafted precedents and invaluable best practice advice.