Linklaters retains 33 of 40 qualifying trainees – Legal Cheek
83% Magic Circle law firm Linklaters has confirmed it will retain 33 of its 40 London-based trainees qualifying this autumn. The firm made 34 offers, with 33 accepted, resulting in…
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Finding the middle way – Law Gazette – Features
Although promoting alternative dispute resolution (ADR) – encompassing mediation, collaborative law, arbitration and private financial dispute resolution – is not a new development in family court hearings, it was given…
Argyll Environmental SiteSolutions Reports – Legal Futures
In collaboration with the UK’s leading law firms, three of Argyll’s environmental SiteSolutions and FloodSolutions reports have been redesigned to improve usability and provide clearer guidance. The post Argyll Environmental…
Bar student numbers continue to rise as pass rates vary widely between law schools – Legal Cheek
From 96% success to less than 50% The number of aspiring barristers is climbing fast, but new figures from the Bar Standards Board (BSB) reveal a stark divide in pass…
Redefining what it means to be a lawyer – Legal Futures
Some people know early on that they want to be a lawyer. They have a clear goal and a structured path. It’s a great position to be in. But many…
Pogust Goodhead: Dam defendants “trying to put us out of business” – Legal Futures
Class action practice Pogust Goodhead has accused the defendants in the Fundão Dam case of trying to “put an end” to the firm by settling claims directly with its clients.…
Barrister loses appeal against disbarment for sexual harassment – Legal Futures
A barrister disbarred for sexual harassing a woman during a mini pupillage and, separately, two pupils at social events, has lost his appeal against the sanction. The post Barrister loses…
CAT makes costs support and public funding agreements standard – Legal Futures
People bringing collective actions should always instruct costs specialists to assist them with scrutinising their lawyers’ fees and also make their funding agreements public, the CAT has ruled. The post…
BSB gives undertakings over performance improvements – Legal Futures
The Bar Standards Board has given the Legal Services Board a series of voluntary undertakings about how it will improve its performance over the next three years. The post BSB…
Permission to appeal and indemnity costs – Law Gazette – Features
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Costs orders and the Arbitration Act 2025 – Law Gazette – Features
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In Business: Late payment – 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
Covert recordings in children proceedings – Law Gazette – Features
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Why international contracts still point to London – Law Gazette – Features
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