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“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...

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...

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).

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.

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.

Eight ways to ensure your firm passes an AML inspection

If law enforcement came probing a client’s dealings, would you be able to give them what they need? Or could your firm potentially end up...

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.

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