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SLAPPs reforms take effect preventing abuses of justice in economic crime cases

The first steps to reforming Strategic Lawsuits Against Public Participation (SLAPPs) will today take effect as the government makes changes to the Economic Crime Bill.

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All you need is your people: running a legal department on a low budget

A priority for many in-house lawyers, is to be commercially minded and cost-efficient. This can be particularly challenging in tough economic climates. Mila Trezza shares...

Memorandum of Understanding signed

The Law Society of England and Wales, the Bar Council of England and Wales and the Bar Council of India have signed a Memorandum of...

"Even with a mental health problem, a long, satisfying legal career is possible"

Joanne Theodoulou is a successful in-house lawyer at the top of her game. Not only is she an experienced legal leader in financial services, but...

#LegalPride2023: Solicitors in the spotlight

Newly released data unveiled for Pride highlights the experiences of Lesbian Gay and Bisexual (LGB) solicitors, with 80% feeling supported by their peers and 78%...

New trade deals with Australia and New Zealand can address long-standing barriers

From 31 May, the UK will enter into new free trade agreements (FTA) with Australia and New Zealand. The FTAs pave the way for greater...

Millions more eligible for legal aid lifeline

Widened eligibility to free legal advice is an important step in the right direction, the Law Society of England and Wales has said. But urgent...

Law Society appoints Amerdeep Somal to succeed Robert Bourns as Board Chair

The Law Society has appointed Amerdeep Somal as its incoming Board Chair. Amerdeep will take up the role on 1 January 2024.

Amerdeep Somal to succeed Robert Bourns as Law Society Board chair

Amerdeep Somal will take up the role of Law Society Board chair on 1 January 2024.

Housing legal aid increasingly out of reach as repossessions rise

The Law Society of England and Wales has issued a stark warning about the lack of housing legal aid. The latest statistics show a continued...

Lords divided on Illegal Migration Bill

The Illegal Migration Bill was met with criticism from Conservative peers during its second reading in the House of Lords this month.

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