Clifford Chance unveils new logo – Legal Cheek
New look underscores commitment to ‘creating advantage for clients’, says MC firm Clifford Chance has unveiled a refreshed brand, in a move the Magic Circle firm says underscores its commitment…
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Osprey Approach Build Better Habits series returns to help future-proof law firms – Legal Futures
Independent legal software provider Osprey Approach is delighted to announce the return of its Build Better Habits webinar series, which is designed to help SME law firms establish the fundamental mindsets…
Solicitor questions why state school lawyers have ‘clubs’ but the privately educated don’t – Legal Cheek
Sparks debate on LinkedIn A solicitor has sparked debate online after appearing to suggest there might be a need for a club exclusively for lawyers who attended private school. Posting…
Exclusive research spotlights working hours of junior lawyers across UK’s 100+ top law firms – Legal Cheek
Just how demanding is life at your dream firm? Behind the swish offices and six-figure salaries, many junior lawyers at top UK firms are working seriously long hours. Exclusive new…
Monday morning round-up – Legal Cheek
The top legal affairs news stories from this morning and the weekend No-win, no-fee offers could be banned over hidden legal costs (£) Judge admits using AI in court judgment…
Local heroes – Law Gazette – Features
The pressures on England’s local government lawyers are unprecedented, reports Eduardo Reyes. Their response has been to double down on building their networks and skill sets, and support another reorganisation.…
Taking the moral high ground – Law Gazette – Features
The law firm Fletchers Group is seeking to enhance the image of the much-maligned claimant PI sector. In a hard-hitting report, the firm highlights the socio-economic impact of its work,…
Interpreting arbitral awards – Law Gazette – Features
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The value lawyers bring to mediation – 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
Alarm over High Court “bomb” on conduct of litigation – Legal Futures
Last week’s High Court ruling on unqualified fee-earners conducting litigation will cause “nationwide disruption”, with firms urged to review their approach to supervision. The post Alarm over High Court “bomb”…
Legal Ombudsman findings lead to shorter sentence for drug dealer – Legal Futures
The Court of Appeal has reduced a drug dealer’s sentence after the Legal Ombudsman found that his solicitors had provided inadequate advice on his guilty plea. The post Legal Ombudsman…
Biggest law firms lead way in using – and showing they use – AI – Legal Futures
New research has highlighted the importance of using artificial intelligence – and being seen to use it – among the largest law firms. The post Biggest law firms lead way…
Is Yvette Cooper’s latest police guidance adding fuel to the fire? – Law Gazette – Features
The notion of challenging misinformation with truth might seem sensible. In reality, such a change in policing policy could create as many dangers as it seeks to prevent. – Read…
From 83,000 PDFs to one smart workspace: Enquiries made simple, clear, and compliant – Legal Futures
For conveyancers across the UK, enquiries remain the most frustrating stage of a property transaction. Too often they are irrelevant, non-compliant, or duplicated. The post From 83,000 PDFs to one…