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Funding contribution to help immigration and asylum solicitors

Immigration and asylum solicitors can continue to save on accreditation costs after the Law Society extended a deal with the Ministry of Justice.

“I’ve been able to connect with my clients – because I’ve been through a medical negligence claim myself”

Newly qualified solicitor Olivia Shaw shares how a challenging medical claim led her to a career in law – and why she hopes her story...

Modern slavery and human trafficking statement

We are committed to improving our practices to combat modern slavery in our business by taking steps to ensure that our supply chains are free...

“I'm a bit rebellious – whenever someone told me I was wasting my time in law, I tried harder”

Solicitor and legal content creator Chrissie Wolfe reveals how becoming self-employed has transformed her career in law.

Thrive in 2025: expert insights for your legal career this year

Three experts share actionable insights to inspire solicitors who want to be at the top of their game in the new year.

Ask the experts: how should law firms handle SQE failures?

How are firms adapting and responding to SQE failure rates?

Westminster update: lord chancellor gives update on legal aid funding

Your weekly update from the Law Society’s public affairs team on all the latest developments and debates in parliament and across Whitehall. This week: criminal...

Criminal legal aid: rate increase gives hope for the future

Criminal legal aid rates will increase by an additional 12%. The long-awaited pay rise for duty solicitors is a positive step in our campaign for...

2024 look ahead for the legal profession

Law Society of England and Wales looks at what 2025 holds for the legal sector as it celebrates its bicentenary.

Criminal legal aid funding increase a step forward for vital public service

UK government plans to increase criminal legal aid rates for solicitors by a further 12% are a boost to the profession and access to justice.

Thousands of children face an uncertain future this festive season

Tens of thousands of children need decisions about their future to be made without delay, and people need better access to advice and representation so...

Impact story: disability inclusive recruitment at Irwin Mitchell

This impact story looks at how Irwin Mitchell set out to actively address its recruitment practices with a view to making these more inclusive and...

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