News and articles

1 2 3 4 ... 9

About the LGBTQ+ Solicitors Network

We provide an opportunity for LGBTQ+ solicitors to have their voices heard through the LGBTQ+ Solicitors Network.

Remembering Stephen Denyer: memorial service to be held in honour of much-loved colleague

A memorial service will be held in June to remember Stephen’s life and commitment to the legal profession.

SRA business plan and budget 2024/25 consultation – Law Society response

We’ve responded to the Solicitors Regulation Authority’s (SRA) consultation on its business plan and budget for 2024/25. Read our full response.

Compensation Fund levy: serious concerns about proposed rise

We have serious concerns about the impact the proposed rise to the Compensation Fund levy could have on the sector, especially small firms and sole...

Take part in the Financial Benchmarking Survey 2025

Complete the Financial Benchmarking Survey before 27 September for a free personalised financial report for your firm.

Rome Bar Association launches new Italian exchange for solicitors and firms in England and Wales

Our members can apply to work in an Italian firm, or host an Italian lawyer in their own firm, for two to six months as...

#10000BlackInterns: new interns join the Law Society

Eleven interns have started their six-week paid internship at the Law Society of England and Wales, as part of the Society’s continued participation in the...

New accelerator TiPS to provide firms financial support for AI and lawtech

UK law and accounting firms are being invited to take advantage of funded support to explore how they can make better use of digital technology...

“I left a Magic Circle law firm – people thought I was mad”

Meet Alice Cutler, a regional commercial property solicitor. After her training contract, she chose to leave the city in search of a better work-life balance.

How well are mental health initiatives working in law firms?

Measuring risk can provide clues – and having the right conversations can improve results. Our partner Travelers looks at how firms can support wellbeing in...

Pro bono – good for the community, good for lawyers too

Laura Bee, legal advice clinic director at the University of Leicester, examines what pro bono work is, explains the invaluable impact it can have, and...

Take part in updating the UK’s national risk assessment

HM Treasury and the Home Office are updating the UK’s national risk assessments on money laundering and terrorist financing and proliferation financing, last updated in...

1 2 3 4 ... 9