Category: General Law
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What is the ‘Blue Pencil’ Doctrine?
The ‘blue pencil’ is a term that refers to a legal doctrine that allows courts to modify or sever parts of a contract that are unreasonable or unenforceable while leaving the rest of the agreement intact. The principle is commonly applied to covenants not to compete, which are clauses that…
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What is the Significance of the Different Coloured Ribbons Used by Lawyers on Files and Documents?
If you have ever seen a lawyer carrying a bundle of papers tied with a coloured ribbon, you may have wondered what it means. If you walk through the Inns of Court in London and glance through the windows of barristers’ chambers you will often see huge piles of files…
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The Retained EU Law (Revocation and Reform) Act 2023: What You Need to Know
The Retained EU Law (Revocation and Reform) Act 2023 (the REUL Act) is a landmark piece of legislation that aims to complete the process of leaving the European Union and restore the sovereignty of Parliament. It revokes reforms and replaces hundreds of pieces of retained EU law (REUL) carried over…
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Where Does the Term ‘Solicitor’ Come From and What Does it Mean Today?
You may have wondered where the term ‘solicitor’ comes from in English law and what it means. In this blog post, we will explore the origin and meaning of this word and the differences between solicitors and barristers in the UK. The word ‘solicitor’ derives from the Latin verb ‘solicitare’,…
Geoffrey Caesar, Solicitor 