Proposals to set a cap on non-EU highly skilled migration will damage the legal sector, the Law Society has warned, because it will restrict law firms’ overseas work and their ability to employ international lawyers.
“Outstanding” Mayor’s & City of London Court targeted for closure
A legal think tank has called for a radical overhaul of the right of audience, notarial activities and other reserved legal activities which can only be carried out by certain authorised persons
Thousands of divorcing couples could be affected by chaos and delays in the family courts due to lingering uncertainty over the details of chancellor George Osborne’s changes to pension schemes
Solicitor’s firms are licking their wounds after receiving the results of the family legal aid bid round.
Law Society wants compensation for family legal aid firms
Appeal court extends protection for investment clients
In-house lawyers are celebrating victory in their long-running campaign to reduce the cost of their practising certificate fees
The Fawcett Society is seeking a judicial review of the government’s emergency budget for alleged failure to comply with equality laws
The Ministry of Justice (MoJ) is considering plans to cut its £9bn budget by £2bn, it emerged this week.
Commercial firm strengthens real estate disputes team with associate hire
Firm appoints three directors to board
Six promoted to partner and one to legal director across UK and Ireland offices