“Is existing continued professional development process still fit for purpose”? – Law Gazette – Features
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Solicitor ‘restrained’ after judge lets them bypass court security – Legal Cheek
Judge issued formal advice A judge who helped a solicitor enter a court building through an “alternative entrance” after they refused to comply with security checks has been issued with…
New docu-series exploring the lives of criminal barristers premieres tonight – Legal Cheek
Essential viewing for those interested in the criminal bar A new Channel 4 documentary series, airing tonight, offers viewers a rare glimpse into the criminal bar as it follows barristers…
‘I’ve got solicitor apprenticeship offers from two Magic Circle firms and a top US firm – how do I choose?’ – Legal Cheek
Big decision In our latest Career Conundrum, a soon-to-be solicitor apprentice finds themselves in the enviable position of choosing between three offers from Magic Circle and US firms. “Hello Legal…
Changing how solicitors hold client money – views from the coalface – Legal Futures
The recent SRA consultation on changes to handling client money has caused consternation across the legal profession, not least amongst our members at the ILFM. The post Changing how solicitors…
Solicitor suspended for not disclosing own-interest conflict – Legal Futures
A law firm owner has been suspended for not disclosing conflicts of interest to clients, including that his wife was a director of the property development company they were buying…
Solicitors set to pay £38m towards Law Society’s representative work – Legal Futures
Solicitors are set to pay £38m towards being represented by the Law Society after it announced plans for a 2% rise in the income it takes from the annual practising…
Judge “helped duty solicitor avoid security checks” – Legal Futures
A tribunal judge who let a solicitor bypass security checks to enter a courthouse – leading to a confrontation with security staff – has been given formal advice for misconduct.…
Listed firm eyes more acquisitions after agreeing big credit facility – Legal Futures
Pioneering listed law firm Gateley has announced a new £80m revolving credit facility as it eyes further acquisitions alongside organic growth. The post Listed firm eyes more acquisitions after agreeing…
Hoowla conveyancing software is making the handover from legal to finance easier than ever with a new feature – Legal Futures
At Hoowla HQ, we’re excited to launch our new legal accounting feature within our conveyancing software, the Completion Pack, a intelligent, easy to use feature that enhances the final stage…
A&O Shearman, Kirkland, and Latham among latest firms to strike deals with Trump – Legal Cheek
President’s pro bono haul exceeds £700 million Five more leading law firms have announced they will provide millions of dollars worth of free legal services in exchange for exemptions from…
Paralegal barred after fabricating email to cover up error – Legal Cheek
Misled court A paralegal has been barred from working in the legal profession after fabricating an email to cover up a mistake that caused a client’s case to be struck…
Monday morning round-up – Legal Cheek
The top legal affairs news stories from this morning and the weekend Hamas lawyers must be struck off, says Robert Jenrick (£) Why are British lawyers acting for Hamas? (£)…
Partners and long-term sickness absence – Law Gazette – Features
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Decisions and interventions – Law Gazette – Features
Decisions filed recently with the Law Society (which may be subject to appeal). – Read More