A partner who misled his client and his supervising partner about the progress of the client’s visa application has been struck off. The post Partner struck off for misleading client…
As we adopt AI, it’s crucial not to overlook the enduring value of established technologies that deliver proven benefits within an understood cost and effort window. The post The enduring…
Survey of 1,200+ legal professionals shows that foundational systems such as document management are viewed as a vital precursor to driving AI capabilities The post iManage announces revealing new research…
The legal industry is changing. Traditional career routes are giving way to new, flexible ways of working, with the consultant solicitor model attracting increasing numbers of experienced practitioners. The post…
Making legislative system ‘faster and more precise’ Credit: Shiekh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum via X The United Arab Emirates is poised to become the first country in the world…
Spotlights fossil fuel work Eco-minded law students have released updated scores reflecting their views on how environmentally friendly major law firms are, based on their work with fossil fuel clients.…
Hiring star or elite lawyers generally does not work for law firms but it can if there are “other stars in the same area”, academics have found. The post Hiring…
A solicitor who successfully released money frozen in a client’s bank account then broke the accounts rules by having it transferred into her firm’s client account. The post Solicitor who…
The lawyer couple behind listed credit hire and legal services group Anexo are set to team up with an asset management firm to take it private. The post Listed group’s…
Top personal injury firm Express Solicitors has expanded out of Manchester with an acquisition that also takes it into the data breach market as we round up the latest M&A.…
At the core of Foundation Peppermint’s offering is its CX365 platform, a fully integrated suite of legal specific applications built on Microsoft technology The post Litera and Harbor expand partner…
Osprey Approach has become an official partner of Plymouth Law Society, combining their commitment to driving innovation, increasing efficiency, and advocating the success of legal practices across Plymouth and the…
Bar hopeful in bind over career decision In our latest Career Conundrum, a prospective barrister has secured pupillage — but they’re doubting whether it’s the right chambers for them. Do…
The top legal affairs news stories from the long weekend Lawyers urged to quit City law firm that struck deal with Trump (£) Trans protests to be held in London…
The proportion of consumers using solicitors for their wills has dropped below half for the first time, a report has found, with unbundling growing in popularity. The post Most consumers…