COVID-19 served as a catalyst for the adoption of legal tech which could provide interesting opportunities for the legal system

This article explores Kyle Rittenhouse’s acquittal and the nuances of self-defense law in Wisconsin as well as their social implications

This article explores the two-party system and discusses why it exists and whether it should be scrapped in favor of a multi-party system

This article will explore the top legal news headlines from November with COP26, the Channel Tragedy, social justice trials and Omicron

This article explores bilateral treaties, paying particular attention to the threat of expropriation and the question of reparations

Analysis the UK’s new National Security and Investment Act and the types of investments and transactions corporations must disclose

The new US infrastructure bill allots funding for much-needed improvements to Native American communities

This article discusses the major legal news of October, from the lead-up to COP26 to the UK Law Society Pro-Bono Week

The Scottish Government is committed to improving the rights of children and has made changes in legislation to protect them.

In light of National Adoption month, this article examines whether the UK is doing enough for the 80,000 looked-after children in the care s

In light of the UK’s last-minute lockdown last winter, this article considers and questions the UK’s approach to COVID-19 as we move into th

Female abuse victims who kill their abusers are failed by a justice system that punishes them for seeking to escape their abuse.

This article explores the ethical implications of reality TV and its impact on the privacy of actors and stars

An analysis of H.R.1, its legal ramifications and its implications for federal and state elections, election law and campaign financing

This article provides background and updates on Elizabeth Holmes' fraud trial regarding her company Theranos.

This article details international court cases to test the strength of legally binding judgements to reduce climate emissions.

An analysis of the role of lawsuits in closing the gender pay gap through the examination of recent wage discrimination cases and their ruli

This article discusses Western colonial laws that might have influenced the criminalisation of homosexuality around the world.

An examination of LGBT- rights legislation worldwide

Following Brexit, the art trade between the UK and EU has been heavily impacted. Here are some of the key issues and concerns

In honour of International Day of the Girl, we discuss street harassment and whether it should be a specific criminal offence in the UK.

A reflection on human rights disputes related to the COVID-19 pandemic and analysis of relevant legal conventions

In the global race for COVID-19 vaccine distribution, a proposed TRIPS waiver could be a potential way out of this pandemic

An overview of the history, theories and need for moral theory to define human rights law

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The St Andrews Law Review is excited to announce its upcoming partnership with BPP this year. Find out more here.

From Britney Spears to the Taliban's crimes against humanity, here are the top legal news stories from September 2021.

Meme stocks are a financial strategy that do more harm than good although regulatory bodies have yet to take a firm stance on the trend

Ted Lewis, Founder and Coordinator of the Restorative Church Project explains alternative forms of justice and conflict resolution

The US government has admitted to working with Facebook to regulate social media, raising concerns this move breaches the First Amendment

Environmental lawyer, Bhagya Wickramasinghe, shares her experience advocating for climate change prevention in Sri Lanka

From interning with Sony Corporation to a virtual vacation scheme, here are some of the legal internships our team took part in this summer.

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From the Taliban takeover of Afghanistan to COVID-19 passports, here are some of the top legal news stories from August 2021.

This article discusses the end of race-norming in NFL injury compensation assessments and its wider ramifications for medicine.

A review of the case which has the intention of changing the 1967 Abortion Act on the basis that it discriminates against disabled people

St Andrews graduate and trainee solicitor Caspar Everett shares his experiences with Freshfields and top tips for aspiring solicitors

Aiden Campbell describes his experiences interning with JustRight Scotland, a Glasgow-based human rights law firm.

Rights of Muslim women has been attacked by a CJEU ruling allowing employers to ban employees from wearing religious clothing

Law Review writer Morven Stanforth discusses her virtual vacation scheme with Farrer & Co and tips and advice for aspiring solicitors

This article discusses the myth of common-law marriage and the issues that unmarried partners face in estate planning.

A reflection on the debate surrounding mandatory ID verification for social media access, as well as the current state of online safety.

Proposed UK legislation continues to crackdown on refugees and hinder the rights of asylum seekers.

The plight of US sprinter Sha'Carri Richardson has ignited a debate about bans against marijuana consumption

An examination of the indictments brought against the Trump Organisation and Allan Weisselberg

A proposed approach towards punishment in the UK highlights our methods and justifications of punishing those who have committed a crime.

July has been a divisive month, from racist online trolls to lockdown restrictions easing . Here are the top legal news headlines

We are excited to partner with City Career Series to support students interested in a career in banking, finance and law in the City

Learn more about the Law Review's new partner, Vantage, and the support they offer aspiring commercial solicitors and barristers

We will be working with the Commercial Law Academy to guide our followers in their aspirations to become commercial lawyers in the City