All Law Society activity articles – Page 19
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NewsAgreement brings Indian market opening a step closer
Breakthrough memorandum of understanding signed with the Bar Council of India.
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Opinion#LegalPride2023: 10 years since same-sex marriage became law
As the profession marks the start of Pride, we know the experience of LGBTQ+ solicitors could be improved.
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NewsLaw Society hails free trade deals
Agreements with Australia and New Zealand will break down barriers for UK lawyers, says Chancery Lane.
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FeatureLaw Society spotlight: The Board
As they near the end of their time on the Law Society’s main board, its independent members tell Eduardo Reyes about their experience of serving.
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NewsLaw Society names next board chair
Amerdeep Somal will take up the role in January, succeeding Robert Bourns.
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NewsSIF rule changes rubber-stamped but concerns linger about viability
SRA will consult on compulsory levy if safety net requires extra funds.
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NewsSociety warns on Finance Bill changes
Donations located in the EU and the European Economic Arena will no longer qualify for UK charitable tax reliefs from April 2024.
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OpinionMental Health Awareness Week: Profession needs a culture change
The legal sector now offers greater flexibility and new ways of working. But there has also been a blurring of boundaries between life and work, and increased anxiety.
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NewsNews focus: Critics of 'woke' climate guidance are missing the point
The Law Society has taken a global lead by producing guidance for solicitors on how the ‘climate crisis’ will affect the profession and adapting to a rapidly changing landscape.
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NewsLaw Society issues landmark guidance on climate change
Solicitors can help heavy-emitters transition to net zero - but may also refuse to act, Chancery Lane confirms in 'milestone' advice.
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FeaturePoverty payback
Solicitors want to help vulnerable people get the advice they need to challenge injustice, reports Catherine Baksi. But worsening poverty is bringing the malign legacy of the ten-year-old LASPO legislation into ever sharper relief.
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NewsLawyers at risk in Azerbaijan, Society warns
Submission to UN Human Rights Council review highlights attacks on lawyers.
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NewsLASPO turns 10: Legal aid deserts expanding
Law Society publishes maps highlighting ‘vanishing availability’ of legal aid since the act, which took effect 10 years ago tomorrow, took numerous areas out of scope.
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OpinionA decade of cuts to legal aid – a valiant sector struggling for survival
The Law Society calls on the government to invest in legal aid services now, to ensure support is there for those who need it in these turbulent times.
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NewsExtend tax break to legal firms - Law Society
Solicitors currently expected to miss out on three-year scheme to claim back tax on investment in equipment.