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NewsJail for claims director who faked boys’ medical reports
Samir Kahn and family members are thought to have gained almost £25,000 from claims.
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NewsMcKenzie friend jailed for £5,000 fraud scheme
Fraudster targeted victims who had been denied legal aid funding.
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NewsFormer Blakemores boss granted conditional PC
The SRA also confirms ‘conduct issues’ are being investigated relating to Guy Barnett.
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NewsUniversity of Law extends money-back guarantee
Students will now also be able to claim half their fees back if they do not find a job within nine months of graduating.
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NewsPractising solicitor numbers hit all-time high
Experts welcome new figures which show the legal profession appears more numerous than ever.
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NewsTwo ex-members of same firm sanctioned by SRA
Misconduct included making payments to witnesses and using photocopied signature of a team leader.
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NewsOmbudsman hires barrister for 'strong leadership' role
Former chief Crown prosecutor lured from PCC to take over as chief executive.
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NewsLaw Society of Scotland opens door to non-solicitors
Extension of membership announced as part of five-year strategy launched today.
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NewsCharities urged to seek specialist legal advice
Organisation investigated after £27,000 loan offered to senior member of staff.
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NewsGovernment ponders £250k fixed fee limit for clin neg
Consultation to start in November and fixed fees could be in place by October 2016.
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NewsPeer president as University of Law reshuffles management
University of Law has appointed a new president and chief executive after John Latham steps back from his roles.
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NewsSupreme Court could ‘talent spot’ to boost diversity
Outgoing chief executive also says time may be approaching to bring in Welsh law specialist.
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NewsHigh Court judge being investigated after British Airways row
Judge Peter Smith recused himself from a price-fixing case against British Airways after airline accused him of bias.
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NewsSRA chief urges caution over legal regulation reform
Statement comes after both the justice secretary and oversight regulator suggested change may be necessary.
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News‘Compelling case’ for reforming regulation – LSB
Super-regulator sets out legislative options for shakeup of Legal Services Act.
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CHAPS settlement day extension
The Bank of England has announced it is extending the Clearing House Automated Payment System settlement day to align more closely with the typical business day.
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NewsMoriarty takes off from LSB
Chief executive will return to the Civil Aviation Authority as deputy chief executive.
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NewsGreeks vote in new civil code despite rebellion
Measure attempts to streamline Greece’s notoriously slow judicial system.
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NewsTransfer test barrier removed
Candidates currently required to travel to London for one element of the test.