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Perfect storm brewing in family courts as rising numbers represent themselves

Rising numbers of litigants in person (LiPs) combined with increasing backlogs, delays and chronic lack of investment is creating a perfect storm in the family...

Time for action from lord chancellor on criminal legal aid

The Law Society is calling on the government to stop dragging its feet and invest in criminal legal aid following our High Court victory.

Are you an emotionally resilient lawyer?

Julian Hall of Calm People looks at the key personal qualities that help us navigate stress and provides tips on how to develop emotional resilience.

Mistreatment of lawyers has chilling effect on human rights in Azerbaijan

We submitted evidence to the United Nations Committee Against Torture about lawyers at risk in Azerbaijan and the chilling effect on human rights.

Civil and criminal legal aid in dire straits

The Law Society of England and Wales has warned that civil and criminal legal aid face significant challenges to their long-term sustainability, as the Public...

Succession planning for small firms: the pros and cons

If you run a law firm, retirement brings questions around succession planning. Anthony Earl explores the pros and cons of the options available.

Landmark ruling finds Colombia responsible for persecution of human rights lawyers

The Inter-American Court of Human Rights has ruled the Colombian government is responsible for the systemic persecution of human rights lawyers in Colombia.

Two in three people across England and Wales have faced legal problems

Our report on the Legal Needs Survey 2023 analyses findings from the survey that show the legal needs of individuals across England and Wales.

Phill Bratt talks 2:2s, dyslexia and the impact of personal injury law

Meet Phill Bratt, partner in complex injury claims at Keoghs. Find out how Phill achieved partnership eight years after qualification, having graduated with a 2:2...

How to grow your client base with a business development plan

All firms must work hard to generate business. Priya Dhokia looks at how to create a tailored plan and strategies you can invest in to...

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