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19 February 2020
Issue: 7875 / Categories: Legal News , Profession
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The Law Society’s Diversity Access Scheme (DAS) has opened its doors for the 2020 cohort
DAS aims to improve social mobility in the profession by supporting those facing exceptional social, educational, financial or personal obstacles to qualify as a solicitor. It finances the Legal Practice Course, arranges high-quality work experience and provides mentorship and networking opportunities.

Law Society President Simon Davis said: ‘For our profession to thrive, we need talented individuals from diverse backgrounds.’ Up to 10 trainees will be accepted this year. Apply by 20 April.

For more information, contact Leila Lesan at diversityaccessscheme@lawsociety.org.uk.

Issue: 7875 / Categories: Legal News , Profession
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MOVERS & SHAKERS

Muckle LLP—Rachael Chapman

Muckle LLP—Rachael Chapman

Sports, education and charities practice welcomes senior associate

Ellisons—Carla Jones

Ellisons—Carla Jones

Partner and head of commercial litigation joins in Chelmsford

Freeths—Louise Mahon

Freeths—Louise Mahon

Firm strengthens Glasgow corporate practice with partner hire

NEWS
One in five in-house lawyers suffer ‘high’ or ‘severe’ work-related stress, according to a report by global legal body, the Association of Corporate Counsel (ACC)
The Legal Ombudsman’s (LeO’s) plea for a budget increase has been rejected by the Law Society and accepted only ‘with reluctance’ by conveyancers
Overcrowded prisons, mental health hospitals and immigration centres are failing to meet international and domestic human rights standards, the National Preventive Mechanism (NPM) has warned
Two speedier and more streamlined qualification routes have been launched for probate and conveyancing professionals
Workplace stress was a contributing factor in almost one in eight cases before the employment tribunal last year, indicating its endemic grip on the UK workplace
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