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Probate delays have catastrophic effect on grieving loved ones

The severe backlog in probate applications has a detrimental effect on those who grieve the loss of their loved ones.

Immediate legal aid funding needed lord chancellor effectively ignores court order

Five ways in-house lawyers can build successful relationships

Sandilands Legal founder Robyn Sandilands reveals how in-house solicitors can develop and maintain valuable, long-term relationships within their organisations.

The Safety of Rwanda Act becomes law – but our work continues

The Act came into force last week. We are deeply disappointed that its constitutional and human impacts were not reduced, but we are proud to...

Multiple reporting lines: how to manage those who manage you

Mila Trezza explains what skills are needed to manage those who you report to and gives advice on how to navigate the inevitable ambiguity of...

Family Procedure Rules updated to strengthen mediation assessments

The Family Procedure Rules have been updated with changes to improve attendance at mediator initial assessment meetings (MIAMs).

“If you make a mistake, own up”: life as a professional disciplinary lawyer 

Meet Jon Goodwin. He talks about his experience defending clients in front of the SDT, what to do if you make a mistake, and how...

Regulatory defence costs who pays

Criminal duty solicitors: a growing crisis

Criminal duty solicitors offer a vital public service, but are being forced out of the sector. Find out how we’re working to support struggling legal...

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.

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