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NewsSociety moves to protect legal professional privilege
European competition case raises novel issues about the application of LPP and non-EU countries.
NewsThird in two years: Norris sworn in as lord chancellor
Lady chief justice reminds new incumbent of his duty 'to speak out publicly' in defence of judicial independence.
NewsLegal ethics guru publishes free book on Post Office scandal
Frail Professionalism? shows how the ’complacency and aggression of well-paid lawyers’ can weaken the rule of law, says Professor Richard Moorhead.
NewsKing’s speech: Criminal justice and leasehold reforms still on agenda
Few surprises as government announces intention to legislate to introduce digital IDs, a duty of candour - and improved EU ties.
NewsLaw Society proposes below-inflation PC fee increase
Chancery Lane says it will draw on reserves to limit the impact of cost pressures on solicitors.
News'Stay away from windows': Gulf law firms batten down
Thousands of lawyers in United Arab Emirates advised to stay put - and register their presence with the FCDO.
NewsCity lawyers urge SRA to rethink anti-SLAPP campaign
Failed prosecutions ’expose fundamental flaws in the regulator’s stance’ on conduct within litigation, says City society.
NewsPM Law did report closure to SRA
Concerns were raised over why the regulator took two days to intervene.
NewsNightingale era over, says Sackman as four sites go permanent
Former court buildings in Fleetwood, Telford, Chichester and Cirencester – used as Nightingale Courts since the pandemic - will now become permanent fixtures.
News20 things for solicitors to look out for in 2026
Imperialism, SLAPPs, juries, PACCAR, Mazur and more.
NewsHand over client account interest, firms to be told
Ministry of Justice opens consultation on proposals for ‘sustainable justice system’.
NewsFormer president Boyce heads solicitor honours
New Year list also features former ECtHR judge, Family Court leader - and campaigner against abusive NDAs.
NewsBack to the future on client money: SRA to require annual accountants’ reports
Regulator also outlines proposals to ban individuals with significant power and control in a firm from doubling as compliance officers.
NewsQuarter of jury trials to be axed as Lammy unveils 'swift courts' plan
Cases with a likely sentence of three years or less will be heard by a judge alone, lord chancellor reveals today.
NewsBudget 2025 highlights and reaction: LLP members spared tax raid; no regulation of tax advisers
Announcements relevant to lawyers in the chancellor’s budget statement and reaction as it comes in.
NewsGovernment strips SRA of anti-money laundering powers
Responsibility for AML and counter-terrorism financing supervision will pass to the Financial Conduct Authority.
NewsLammy is lord chancellor in Starmer’s reshuffle
Shabana Mahmood becomes home secretary in reshuffle following Angela Rayner's resignation from government over stamp duty underpayment.
News'Distress' specialist takes control of Pogust Goodhead
Huw Dolphin, former managing partner of DLA Piper’s Birmingham office, is a turnaround consultant.
NewsPogust Goodhead chief 'abruptly replaced' as firm installs new management team
Class action firm reveals it has brought in 'further experienced law firm management support'.
NewsTop-100 firms abandon merger talks
Cripps and Michelmores employ over 1,000 at offices across southern England.