The adoption of generative AI by lawyers “has the potential to reinforce rather than disrupt the billable hour model”, a legal academic has argued. The post GenAI could “reinforce rather…
Life in the Law 2025 shows that many of the challenges found in the 2021 report remain, but it also offers a clear direction for how we can do better.…
Prestigious LegalTech Breakthrough Awards program recognises companies and products driving innovation in the global legal industry The post ARAG UK picks up global award for AI Legal Assistant Innovation of…
OneAdvanced are proud to announce the launch of the UK and Ireland’s first AI agents designed to automate compliance monitoring and firm-wide matter analysis for law firms, solidifying OneAdvanced’s role…
In episode 25, Eloise Butterworth, head of risk and compliance at Hive Risk, shares her experience of how law firms can embed compliance into their culture, build trust across teams,…
For direct access barristers, dospay’s TPMA structure offers a straightforward route to accepting fees on account while remaining fully compliant with Bar Standards Board rules. The post How direct access…
Thought to be the only judge in the world to hear criminal cases using text-to-speech tech Sheriff Alastair Carmichael (credit STV News) A Scottish sheriff has become what is believed…
Media law continues to face new pressures, reflecting the rise of social media, the increasing importance of data protection, and growing expectations around public communication. The post Beyond phone hacking:…
New initiative calls on ambassadors to promote UK justice in their communities Attorney General talking with students at Cumberland Lodge — credit: Ian Longthorne The Attorney General has launched a…
As urban property values continue to climb and planning reforms open new avenues for development, flat roofs have emerged as prime real estate. The post Flat roof developments: legal disputes…
A barrister has spoken out about court security after a fight broke out between around 15 people in the coroner’s court where he was acting last week. The post Barrister…
Funders of collective actions should not be allowed to bring confidential arbitration proceedings against their clients, Walter Merricks – who brought the landmark Mastercard claim – argued last night. The…
A veteran solicitor “duped” when recruiting a disbarred barrister with a fraud conviction – having not checked his background – has been suspended for 18 months. The post Suspension for…
The Solicitors Regulation Authority yesterday closed down the practice of a high-profile sports lawyer who has acted for the likes of Cristiano Ronaldo and Tyson Fury. The post SRA closes…
VinciWorks survey reveals that fewer than 2% of organisations are fully ready for the Data Use and Access Act, with staff training emerging as the single biggest compliance gap. The…