Divorce order finally made after 15 listed hearings
Case required several judges to resolve after ‘invidious’ approach from husband.
Firm vows to scrap billable fee model and charge based on output
Managing partner says clients do not care how long it takes to get a piece of work done.
'Women will suffer' in criminal bar sustainability plan
Barristers say proposed fee reforms will benefit men more and drive lawyers out of doing rape and serious sexual offences work.
Generation game: Firm ownership passes from father to son
Andrew Greenwood describes ‘immense pride’ at seeing barrister son take on business.
Court of Appeal throws out 'wasteful' data protection claim against DWF
Appeal judge concludes challenge was wasteful of court’s time and resources.
Supreme Court opens immersive exhibition
The Law and Us showcases cases heard at the Supreme Court, the Judicial Committee of the Privy Council and the Appellate Committee of the House of Lords.
Solicitor claimed to fear for his job as he backdated letter
Discrepancy was flagged up by opposing solicitors who had not received letter when it was claimed.
Inspectors praise 'unseen' military court operation
Inspection report reveals significant operational differences between military and civilian court systems.
Bar v Bench returns: this time it's standing alone
Up to 150 members of the legal sector will rise early before dawn, lace up and race to raise funds.
In-house lawyer representatives seek to defend privilege at European court
Association of Corporate Counsel says court case could compromise lawyers working for multinational companies.
Appeal for housing lawyers to continue late solicitor's 'invaluable' blog
Giles Peaker's Nearly Legal website became an essential resource for housing practitioners.
Ombudsman defends fairness of publishing cases in full
Complaints-handler says current practice of publishing decision data alone is not transparent.
Home Office caseworker wrongly accessed files in second job as trainee
Tribunal says now-qualified solicitor displayed ‘misplaced curiosity’ in cases to which he was linked.
Indemnity costs should follow council's compulsory purchase defeat, rules tribunal
Judge awards indemnity costs without considering dispute over litigation conduct.
Separating COLP and COFA roles could force firms to close, SRA warned
Opponents fear regulator's plans will do little to prevent misappropriation of client money and could place unsustainable burdens on smaller practices.
Moonlighting solicitor struck off for lying to boss
Practitioner said payments from online professional enquiry website were for work done by his brother.
Rape support charity awarded £8.7m to continue helpline
Ministry of Justice says funding reflects government's commitment to tackle horrendous crimes and support victims.
Former Land Registry solicitor to pay costs for ‘gratuitous’ slurs
'Trained and regulated solicitor should know more than most what is expected of those who conduct litigation,' judge says.
‘No reliable estimate’ can be made of collapsed funder’s portfolio
Administrators investigating allegations that Woodville used money raised to meet promises to previous investors.
Asylum appeal deadline will not cut backlog, lawyers say
Practitioner group says 24-week target is impractical, highlighting flaws in fee structure.
Consultancy created by ex-SRA executives branches into financial services
Legal sector clients increasingly need one adviser fluent in both rulebooks, founders say.
SRA satisfied with continuing competence - despite rise in complaints
Regulator broadly content but urges solicitors to improve communication skills and ethics learning.
MoJ tight-lipped on 'influencers' hired for campaigns
Minister says disclosure would undermine department's ability to negotiate favourable terms.
Lawyers praised for securing IPP prisoner's release after 20 years
Jailed man had been through 11 parole hearings before solicitor spotted that indefinite sentence had been imposed unlawfully.
Former Axiom Ince director struck off for altering counsel receipt
Practitioner admits ‘spur of the moment decision’ to alter receipt and VAT invoice.
HMCTS names continuity candidate as new chief executive
Megan Lee-Devlin joins HMCTS from her role as director general for justice services and transformation at the Ministry of Justice.
Legal 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.
Barings upbeat despite £22m annual loss
Claims firm says it will start generating ’significant revenue’ this year after landmark court win.
Revealed: MoJ’s ‘stealth’ plan to seize client account interest
Law Society ’disappointed to see the MoJ advertising a role that appears to indicate the ILCA scheme is moving ahead despite near-universal opposition’.
Prince Harry claim: Daily Mail statement in full
Case ’raises disturbing questions about the conduct of elements of the legal profession’.
Prince Harry claimants face £34m costs bill and ordered to pay £9.5m on account
Defendants’ costs in the case were ‘striking’ - but the conduct in pursuing the claim against the Daily Mail went ‘well outside the norm’.
Rugby claims survive but claimant lawyer slammed by court
Senior master says court can ‘take comfort’ from Rylands Garth coming off the record.
Knights seals £27m acquisition in second-biggest deal
Around 160 fee earners will transfer, as Moore Barlow owners pocket £18 million up front.
Former SSB Law chief to face misconduct charges
Allegations include failing to tell clients about adverse cost risks and determining the value of claims without evidence.
Tax buzz over Harry and Meghan's return
News that the Duke and Duchess of Sussex are coming back to the UK prompts discussion about their tax status.
Insurance law firm's profit surge reflects bullish market
Private equity-backed top-50 outfit is cutting costs and capitalising on buoyant trading conditions.
Collapsed litigation funder named in FCA warning on loan-note scams
Failure of Woodville Consultants Ltd, 'shows the potential risk to investors'.
Top-50 financial results table 2026: updated live
2025/26 results as they come in.
Lawyers’ aggression ‘like going back to the 1980s’, says judge
Court finds that defence team from Knights was largely responsible for drawing out proceedings.
Owner paid herself from client money and cost profession £450,000
Tribunal hears that co-owner made ‘significant drawings’ at a time when client account was being drained.
New lawyers step in to lead rugby injury group claim
Group litigation specialist KP Law confirms it is taking the place of Rylands Garth.
Society 'deeply concerned' over ICC sanctions
US secretary of state attacks 'a corrupt and fatally politicised supranational court that has maliciously abused its authority'.
Widow denied shot at second claim over late husband’s hospital treatment
Court rules that first settlement was intended to be full and final.
SRA proposal on M&A disclosure ‘unworkable’, says top adviser
CM Murray also urges regulator to define what actually constitutes a law firm merger or acquisition.
PEP slides at Pinsent Masons
’Heavy investment’ in technology and new offices has squeezed international firm’s profits.
Revealed: Doomed Woodville founders' last-ditch fundraising bid
Directors were attempting to raise investment funds through 'digital loan notes' via a separate company as funder went under.
'It's mad': Ricky Gervais marriage comments spur fresh reform plea
Family lawyer says cohabitation consultation addresses rights when someone dies intestate - but does not deal with inheritance tax.
SRA 'heading towards irresponsible' in dealing with SDT application
Hearing of withdrawal application delayed because regulator was not available.
Junior struck off over stolen bike insurance claim
Tribunal says dishonest claim by City solicitor of less than two years was no fleeting lapse.
Judge upholds 'sub-optimal' prenup
London firm Mishcon de Reya says ruling is a timely reminder of court's approach to prenuptial agreements.
Windrush victims facing 'two-tier' justice
JUSTICE report says that Windrush claimants unfairly miss out on funded legal support.
Magistrates removed from office over failure to complete training
Lady chief justice and lord chancellor considered removal from office ‘the appropriate and proportionate sanction’.
SRA looking into dozens of reports of AI misuse
Regulator concerned that client details are being shared with public tools such as ChatGPT.
PEP dips at Stewarts amid 'substantial investment'
High-end litigation outfit has been spending money on its offices and artificial intelligence tools.
Mapping data deal 'will help transform property market'
Memorandum of understanding will 'help shape a more connected, digitally enabled property market over the next three years'.
Knights makes £4m acquisition as two offices set to close
Around 30 fee earners included in deal but uncertain future for support staff in Reading and Henley.
University expands legal clinics into family law advice
Students’ pro-bono service will offer sessions by appointment either in person or virtually.
We can't charge clients for complaints - ombudsman
LeO's chief ombudsman says complaints service must remain free at the point of use.
'Total disregard' for orders ends discrimination claim against firm
Judge finds repeated missed deadlines and ignored warnings mean fair trial is impossible.
Absent harasser of Foot Anstey loses contempt appeal
Court of Appeal issues warning about appellants failing to attend, stating that judges 'bent over backwards' to hear the case quickly.
Firm's charity campaign gets personal after employee's cancer diagnosis
Louise Nolan is back at work after receiving care from the same hospital for which her firm has been raising money.
Oh my pod I can’t believe it
Inside JMW's swish new Manchester home.
Top-100 firm and Holborn neighbour call off merger talks
Tieup would have created combined firm with revenues of £70m-plus.
Amicable divorce service sets up firm for clients who can't resolve disputes
Solicitors being recruited for customers who do not want to use negotiated couples service.
'Mr Mediation' Karl Mackie dies at 79
CEDR founder was a highly influential figure in the development of alternative dispute resolution.
Costs ruling 'would blow the small claims track to bits'
Court of Appeal overturns judge's cost penalty for 'unreasonable behaviour' by claimant.
Students get taste of life as a government lawyer
More than 500 aspiring solicitors and barristers took part in the Legal Professional Diversity Summer Scheme.
Firm's 'utter incompetence' lambasted by judge in published ruling
Family solicitors went on record for husband they had not spoken to for weeks.
Barrister disbarred over court recordings
Mariam El-Sobky also made fun of confidential mental health issues in a group chat.
Potanina v Potanin divorce saga takes another twist
Russian litigants ‘continue to find novel ways to extend their dispute’ in England.
Girls nearly twice as likely as boys to take Law A-level
Subject is now one of the fastest growing in the UK.
Solicitor suspended for misconduct lasting over 15 years
Durham practitioner admitted failing to act in the best interests of a vulnerable client.
Landowner loses appeal over council's refusal to pay costs
Local authority argued that allowing recovery would set precedent with 'serious consequences' for public purse.
Judges have no 'general discretion' to vary costs budgets, High Court confirms
Judgment also casts light on what the courts consider 'significant developments' in a case.
Road traffic victims unaware of compensation rights, report finds
People who do seek compensation often face a long, stressful and expensive process, says Victims’ Commissioner.
Let's Be Blunt: Southport survivor client inspires firms to ditch tipped knives
Firms in MAPD Group support campaign by switching to knives with round-tip blades in office kitchens.
Family lawyers hit back at Deech over cohabitation reform
Resolution also rejects claim by senior family judge that the proposals would generate thousands of new cases.
Supreme Court allows appeal in employment discrimination case
Taxi driver claimed fee paid for access to bookings was discriminatory because it cost part-time workers more per hour.
Consolidator in high-end locations makes second acquisition
‘Two planted and more to come’ - Oak Legal pledges to allow firms to retain their autonomy.
HCR Law pays tribute to 'industry titan' Paul Ridout
'Highly respected' figure who joined the top 50 firm in 2024 has died.
SDT rebuffs sole practitioner's appeal against rebuke
Essex solicitor failed to progress administration of an estate in her capacity as executrix.
Peer berates 'state forced marriage' as cohabitation rights consultation closes
Former Bar Standards Board chair writes to justice secretary opposing reform plans.
Employment specialists await SC judgment in Data Cars
Court to rule on whether prevention of less favourable treatment regulations apply if a worker’s part-time status is not the sole cause of their less favourable treatment.
Cohabitation reforms 'could generate 10,000 extra cases a year'
Deputy national lead judge of Financial Remedies Court forecasts a substantial increase in caseload.
Solicitor accused of insider dealing appears in court
Case adjourned until next month by His Honour Judge Baumgartner, recorder of Westminster.
SRA warns of deepfake AI in client checks
Firms urged to check they are actually speaking to clients during due diligence.
Costs shared in MoD hearing claims as both sides partly successful
Claimants awarded compensation but some elements ‘overwhelmingly positive’ for defendant.
Struck-off solicitor fails in bid to return to the roll
Lawyer was caught advising on a sham marriage by an undercover journalist.
LawCare user data hacked
Wellbeing charity for vulnerable lawyers warns that all stored data - including caller details - may have been downloaded by 'unauthorised third party'.
Solicitor who exploited fame and trust struck off over investment deal
Julie Condliffe told syndicate of nurses they were buying investment property.