War of words between trainee and ex-Attorney General over SQE – Legal Futures
Former Attorney General Suella Braverman KC has entered into a war of words with a trainee solicitor over a petition calling for reform of the SQE. The post War of…
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Strike-off for solicitor who hid partnership money during divorce – Legal Futures
A partner who deliberately failed to disclose during his divorce that he held over £23,000 in his capital account has been struck off. The post Strike-off for solicitor who hid…
SRA awards £360k in grants to help disadvantaged students qualify – Legal Futures
Eleven organisations are to receive grants totalling £360,000 to pay the costs of up to 190 aspiring solicitors from disadvantages backgrounds sitting the SQE. The post SRA awards £360k in…
Will AML reform ease the burden on legal finance teams? – Legal Futures
The announcement by HM Treasury that it wants to see “clearer and more proportionate” Money Laundering Regulations has been met with cautious optimism across the legal sector. The post Will…
Former Home Secretary Suella Braverman slams ‘snowflake’ aspiring lawyers over SQE petition – Legal Cheek
Student call to reform ‘disproportionately challenging’ exams draws criticism from MP Barrister-turned-politician Suella Braverman has slammed aspiring lawyers who signed a petition calling for reforms to the Solicitors Qualifying Examination…
Irwin Mitchell and Walker Morris report record revenues – Legal Cheek
Financial results season continues Irwin Mitchell and Walker Morris have both posted record-breaking financial results for the past year, continuing the trend of strong performances across leading law firms. Irwin…
Clifford Chance retains 49 of 57 qualifying trainees – Legal Cheek
86% Magic Circle law firm Clifford Chance has reported an autumn retention rate of 86%, with 49 of its 57 final-seat trainees staying on as newly qualified (NQ) solicitors this…
Zahawi solicitor appeals to High Court over misconduct finding – Legal Futures
The solicitor for former Conservative Chancellor Nadeem Zahawi has appealed against the Solicitors Disciplinary Tribunal ruling which found him guilty of misconduct. The post Zahawi solicitor appeals to High Court…
Solicitor who ignored AML rules for six years struck off – Legal Futures
A sole practitioner has been struck off for ignoring the anti-money laundering rules for six years and also showing a “complete disregard” for residual client balances. The post Solicitor who…
Law Commission raises “radical” option of granting AI legal personality – Legal Futures
The “perhaps radical” option of granting legal personality to artificial intelligence systems is likely to be on the agenda in time, Law Commission has said. The post Law Commission raises…
High Court concerned by solicitors’ “fishy” role in possession case – Legal Futures
The High Court has highlighted the “fishy” role of two solicitors in a housing possession case in what “looks like a stitch-up” of the occupant by her ex-husband. The post…
The digital transformation of the UK legal profession in 2025 – Legal Futures
The UK legal industry is undergoing a profound digital transformation in 2025, driven by the need for greater efficiency, enhanced client service, and long-term competitiveness. The post The digital transformation…
High Court upholds disbarment of barrister for sexual harassment – Legal Cheek
Involved two pupils and mini-pupil A barrister removed from the profession for multiple instances of sexual misconduct has failed in his attempt to overturn the disbarment. Robert Michael Kearney, called…
Government embraces AI in bid to speed up justice – Legal Cheek
New plan aims to transform courts system with AI-powered tools, reduce backlogs and boost efficiency The Ministry of Justice (MoJ has unveiled an ambitious new strategy to roll-out AI across…
“Political agenda” against volume claims firms, says new Barings boss – Legal Futures
There is “a political agenda at play” against volume consumer claims firms, the new owner and chairman of leading practice Barings Law has alleged. The post “Political agenda” against volume…