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Why lawyers burn out

Why lawyers burn out Premium Content

Behind the polished exterior, many lawyers are running on empty: Annmarie Carvalho weighs up the emotional cost of legal practice
29 May 2026 / Annmarie Carvalho
*Partner copy* From rankings to strategic insight

*Partner copy* From rankings to strategic insight

Discover how legal market intelligence builds onrankings, using legal data insights and analytics to drivesmarter strategy, growth and competitive advantage
29 May 2026 / Rieta Ghosh
NLJ this week: Burnout behind the billable hour

NLJ this week: Burnout behind the billable hour

Behind the profession’s polished exterior, lawyers are ‘internally drained rather than physically tired’, according to a stark assessment of burnout in legal practice
29 May 2026
NLJ Career Profile: Greg Cox, Simpson Millar

NLJ Career Profile: Greg Cox, Simpson Millar

Simpson Millar CEO Greg Cox talks landmark cases, legal reform and why the profession is crying out for more simplicity
27 May 2026
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Judicial and Legal Diversity Board kicks off

The Lord Chancellor, David Lammy, and Lady Chief Justice, Baroness Carr, last week chaired the inaugural meeting of a Judicial and Legal Diversity Board, which aims to identify and remove barriers holding back talented ethnic minority and other diverse candidates
27 May 2026
When chatbots mislead

When chatbots mislead Premium Content

Traditional principles of misrepresentation depend on human intention agency. The rise of autonomous AI systems challenges both concepts in fundamental ways, writes Mary Young
22 May 2026 / Mary Young
‘Humbling’ commitment of pro bono barristers championed at awards

‘Humbling’ commitment of pro bono barristers championed at awards

Support for victims of domestic violence and provision of on-the-day court advice and advocacy were among the life-changing projects celebrated by the Lady Chief Justice, Baroness Carr and others at the 2026 Advocate Bar Pro Bono Awards
22 May 2026
Memorial essay competition launched by 4PB for third year running

Memorial essay competition launched by 4PB for third year running

Family law chambers 4PB has announced the return of the Alan Inglis Memorial Essay Prize for a third consecutive year, honouring the life and legacy of LGBTQ+ advocate and barrister Alan Inglis (pictured)
18 May 2026
NLJ Career Profile: Nikki Bowker, Devonshires

NLJ Career Profile: Nikki Bowker, Devonshires

Nikki Bowker, head of litigation and dispute resolution at Devonshires, on career resilience, diversity in law and channelling Elle Woods when the pressure is on
13 May 2026
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CILEX Lawyers can progress to Crown Prosecutors

A quiet revolution has occurred in the CILEX section of the legal profession
13 May 2026
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Job of the Week

MOVERS & SHAKERS

Gilson Gray—Gregor Duthie & Stephen Forsyth

Gilson Gray—Gregor Duthie & Stephen Forsyth

Firm strengthens real estate and litigation teams with partner promotions

Duxton Hill Chambers—Lucas Bastin KC & Joshua Hiew

Duxton Hill Chambers—Lucas Bastin KC & Joshua Hiew

Set expands London and Singapore offering with senior international disputes hires

WSP Solicitors—David Ashcroft & Jessica O’Shea

WSP Solicitors—David Ashcroft & Jessica O’Shea

Commercial property and child law teams expand with senior hires

Burgess Mee—Susie Barter

Burgess Mee—Susie Barter

Family law firm strengthens offering with partner hire

Winckworth Sherwood—Lee Ranford

Winckworth Sherwood—Lee Ranford

Partner joins team as head of restructuring

NLJ Career Profile: Greg Cox, Simpson Millar

NLJ Career Profile: Greg Cox, Simpson Millar

Simpson Millar CEO Greg Cox talks landmark cases, legal reform and why the profession is crying out for more simplicity

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