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Changes to the Mental Capacity Act code of practice – Law Society response

We've responded to the government's consultation on proposed changes to the Mental Capacity Act code of practice.

Red alert for sanctions evasion by sanctioned Russian elites

Russian elites and their enablers are suspected of using common techniques to evade financial sanctions. Learn what red flags to look out for and how...

A question of honesty: solicitor struck off for fare evasion

Paul Bennett considers a Solicitors Disciplinary Tribunal case about misconduct committed in a solicitor's private life.

Celebrating Pride in the legal profession

We spoke to LGBT+ committee members about what Pride means to them, how solicitors can get involved and how we can drive inclusivity in the...

What’s it like to be part of the Law Society’s Council?

Council members Tony, Eunice and Sundeep talk about what inspired them to stand, the issues they’re proud to have contributed to and the things they’ve...

Initial fee increase for legal aid solicitors from September

The government has announced an initial increase to criminal legal aid fees, coming into force from September 2022.

Getting ahead of the curve: why in-house council are driving the E of ESG

Adam Woodhall, Will Morris and Louise Inward discuss climate change, its effects and potential solutions.

LSB regulatory performance assessment framework – Law Society response

How to use SEO to grow your business

Ewelina Radziewicz, chief operating officer at Intellistart, explains how your firm can benefit from using search engine optimisation (SEO).

Human Rights Act reform: a modern bill of rights consultation – Law Society response

We've responded to the Ministry of Justice (MoJ) consultation on reforming the Human Rights Act. We do not believe there is a case for the...

Diversity in the judiciary: statutory consultation

We’re calling for the abolition of statutory consultation to reform the judicial application process so it mirrors the diversity of the applicants’ pool and of...

Break bias to build a stronger team

Lubna Shuja, vice president of the Law Society, sat down with Travelers Europe to discuss bias in the workplace, how to minimise it and be...

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