Economic Crime and Corporate Transparency Bill
The government has released its Economic Crime and Corporate Transparency Bill. The bill follows the Economic Crimes (Transparency and Enforcement)...
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The Law Society of Ghana pays a courtesy visit to the President
The Acting Executives of the Law Society of Ghana (LSG) paid a courtesy visit to the Speaker of Parliament, Alban...
Mini-budget response: stamp duty among the big tax cuts
Conveyancing lawyers will be watching and waiting to see how the Stamp Duty Land Tax (SDLT) cuts, outlined by the...
The Pre-Law Society holds its first event in years – The Concordian
In Classroom 114 at Grant Hall, 35 people gathered for a panel discussion on litigation. Even though half of the...
Biti reported to Law Society, risks disbarment
Tendai Biti FORMER Finance Minister Tendai Biti faces being disbarred as a lawyer after local businessman Tendai Mashamhanda reported allegations...
The number of lawyers on the list reaches a record high
The number of registered solicitors hit a record high in 2021, while a record number of students graduated with law...
Manchester lawyer elected to Law Society Governing Council
One of the founders of a Manchester law firm has been elected to the decision-making body of the Law Society....
The Ugandan Law Society must focus on the members, the country
I have always believed that lawyers are God's favorite sons and daughters who do God's work daily. This view is...
The FICL organizes a snack for the first visit of the Bar
From left to right: PK Malhotra, Ashok Sharma and Stephanie Boyce The Indian Federation of Corporate Lawyers (FICL) hosted a...
Impact of public holidays on deliveries scheduled for September 19
Banks will not return completion funds or mortgage funds. Many other professionals involved will not work either. This can create...
Defense asks to withdraw from Fertuck trial following bar complaint
Breadcrumb Links Local News Crime Fertuck's lawyers told the court they learned in late August that Fertuck had filed charges...
Become a KC | The bar
King's Counsel (KC) are barristers or solicitors who have been recognized for excellence in advocacy. They are often considered leaders...
Why the Law Society of Lesotho is challenging the constitutionality of laws passed by Parliament
Moeketsi Majoro. MARY ALTAFFER / SWIMMING POOL / AFP The Law Society of Lesotho is challenging laws passed by its...
New PM takes over at pivotal moment for justice
New Prime Minister Liz Truss will have the opportunity to reset the government's approach to the rule of law and...
Fiji Election Bill ‘will attack privacy rights’, says Law Society
Attorney General Aiyaz Sayed-Khaiyum, who is also minister for elections and secretary general of the ruling FijiFirst party, has introduced...
The Bar “could support” an internal alternative to the SIF
Bar: the level of protection must remain the sameThe Law Society said it had "no objection in principle" to replacing...
The Fiji Times » Bar calls on state to withdraw bill
The Fiji Law Society is calling on the government to withdraw Bill 49 – a proposed amendment to the Elections...
Risks remain after Law Society guidelines on lawyers’ commitments
As lawyers, we are taught early in our careers that the word "business" should set off alarm bells. When a...
Major conference to mark the centennial of the NI Law Society
A major conference in Belfast next month will mark the centenary of the Law Society of Northern Ireland. Taking place...
Practice Certificate Fees 2022–2023 | The bar
Lawyers in England and Wales are required to pay for a certificate of practice annually. Fees are collected by the...
Human rights lawyer Mark Daly loses seat on Hong Kong Law Society board
Human rights lawyer Mark Daly has lost his re-election bid for a seat on the board of the Hong Kong...
Six nominees for the race for the presidency of the Bar
Six candidates have been nominated to compete and serve as President of the Uganda Law Society (ULS) for the year...
The calendar of key dates wins the 2022 Innovation Cup of the Law Society
Pictured (LR): Mary-Jay Morton, Kenneth Law and Diane McGiffen A tool designed to mitigate risk for lawyers has won the...
Bolton AFG Law Chief Executive New Law Society President
The new president of the Bolton Law Society found her first job leafing through The Bolton News. Managing Director of...
Can my client use bitcoin to purchase property?
I am the money laundering assessor for a conveyancing company to act in the cash purchase of a local property...
The crisis is deepening in the criminal justice system
Following the announcement that lawyers have voted to step up their legal aid action from September 5, the Law Society...
Top lawyers will receive brain chip implants, Law Society predicts
2047: the last batch of interns arrives at the office. Lawyers of the future could have microchips implanted in their...
Join our Membership and Communications Committee
We are looking for three volunteers willing to help shape the way the Law Society engages with its members. The...
“The bailiff asked me if I was lost”
I am inspired by stories from 100 years ago. I followed in the footsteps of my grandfather, who worked in...
Changes in the practice of law in Saudi Arabia
On February 16, 2022, a Royal Decree was issued, setting out proposals on how foreign law firms can practice in...
How to boost social mobility in your law firm
Companies regulated by the SRA must report data on the diversity of their workforce, including statistics on socio-economic diversity. This...
London barrister appeals Bar Court suspension
Breadcrumb Links Local News Publication date : August 10, 2022 • 6 hours ago • 5 minute read • 7...
Why don’t we know what’s behind the NZ Law Society’s ‘workplace culture’ problem?
John Bowie* Fresh out of its various PR pronouncements and public pronouncements about the need for good behavior in the...
Is the Law Society of Ontario run by nepotism? | Michael Lesage
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Law Society and SRA to recover an additional £10m from lawyers
Law Society: Current Fee Levels Are UnsustainableLawyers' practice fees are to rise by 10%, or £10.4m, next year, with the...
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Sasha Borissenko: Confidentiality and Bar Culture Review
The Law Society is already undergoing an independent review. Picture 123RFOPINIONWhat's going on with the Bar? Last month it was...
Law Society of SA calls for review by ICAC over concerns rushed legislation will fail pub test
South Australian lawyers say 'rushed' anti-corruption laws allow public officials convicted of certain crimes to charge taxpayers their legal fees,...
Obstacles to becoming a judge – fears vs reality
Not enough courtroom experience? Karine : I didn't think I was what JAC was looking for initially. Going through the...
Criminal Legal Aid Lawyer Wins Bar Presidential Election
Richard Atkinson has specialized in criminal law for 30 years, with a focus on major crime litigation. He is a...
The Law Society recommends a 4% salary increase for junior lawyers
Minimum of £23,703 in London and £21,024 elsewhere The Law Society has recommended a 4% increase in the minimum wage...
Have you considered joining the Junior Lawyers Network?
Would you like to be part of our volunteer committee, advising us on the needs of beginning lawyers and aspiring...
Brighter prospects for this year’s PII renewal season
There are several very positive signs coming from the lawyers' professional liability insurance (PII) market that suggest a much more...
The Bar encourages firms to increase the salaries of articling students
Reading time: one minute Aspiring lawyers undertaking qualifying work experience (QWE) for the Barristers Qualifying Examination are set to be...
Law Society of BC suspends lawyer for sexual harassment
A Langley lawyer will be suspended for four and a half months after admitting professional misconduct including sexual harassment, racist...
The President of the NZ Law Society, Lethbridge, in Eye Of Storm
Jacqui Lethbridge, newly appointed President of the Law Society, has found herself in the unfortunate position of being the subject...
Instill a culture of productivity in your legal practice
The coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic has had a major impact on legal services. He saw increased digitization across the profession and...
‘Until the clock is up’: Bar President Adrian Tan reveals he has cancer, says he will fight disease and continue his work
SINGAPORE: Law Society President Adrian Tan said on Thursday (July 28) that he was diagnosed with cancer in March, just...
Taking law firm business intelligence to the next level
The way we generate and view data in the legal profession has changed dramatically over the past decade. By its...
Bar President Adrian Tan reveals he was diagnosed with cancer shortly after being elected
SINGAPORE – The President of the Law Society of Singapore (LawSoc), Adrian Tan, revealed Thursday (July 28) that he was...
Join our new Learning and Development Steering Group
Influencing the future of legal education and training This is a unique opportunity to influence the way education and training...
How to Manage Stakeholders as a Corporate Lawyer
Although the company is your official "client", there are other stakeholders with whom you, as a corporate lawyer, must engage...
Windsor lawyer has his license revoked by bar court
Breadcrumb Links Local News Osgoode Hall, seat of the Law Society of Ontario and the Court of Appeal for Ontario....
Homologation Service Update – July 2022
When to contact HMCTS We continue to receive feedback from members on wait times when they contact HMCTS. Phone lines...
Westminster update: Government increases criminal legal aid rates
One thing you must do Read our statement on the imminent launch of the Register of Overseas Entities (ROE), which...
An internal stakeholder management guide
Although the company is your official "client", there are other stakeholders with whom you, as a corporate lawyer, must engage...
Five Ways to Host Better Meetings
How do you run good meetings? Much emphasis has recently been placed on the quality of business meetings, but organizations...
Increase in recommended salary for interns
Aspiring lawyers are set to be paid £21,024 outside London and £23,703 in the capital for qualifying work experience (QWE)...
Law Society launches review of ‘behaviour’ concerns
The Law Society launched a review of its culture after a staff member raised concerns about the behavior. It happens...
Warning before starting the register
The Heads of Notaries are alerting lawyers to the imminent launch of the Register of Overseas Entities (ROE) which will...
The Law Society publishes its first guidelines on lawyers’ undertakings
By Marialuisa Taddia (July 21, 2022, 10:53 p.m. BST) - The Law Society released its first-ever guidance on lawyers' commitments...
“I started a rebellious law firm when I was 26”
I co-founded my own company when I was 26 so I could dictate my own narrative. I was working as...
SLAPP reform will help prevent abuse of justice
Strategic Public Involvement Prosecutions (SLAPPs) are set to be reviewed in a decision hailed by the Law Society of England...
The rule of law at the heart of climate action
Advocate leaders welcomed news that the government needs to revise its climate strategy to demonstrate how key emissions reduction targets...
New Zealand Bar Association: Penalty of suspension increased for misconduct
Wednesday, July 20, 2022, 3:44 p.m.Press release: New Zealand Bar Association The New Zealand Bar | Te Kāhui Ture o...
The legal profession celebrates South Asian Heritage Month
Lawyers in England and Wales will today mark the start of South Asian Heritage Month, which this year will focus...
Civil Justice Council Cost Consultation – Law Society Response
As civil justice enters a new digital era, the Civil Justice Council (CJC) is seeking high-level views on multiple areas...
Red alert for sanctions evasion by sanctioned Russian elites
Financial intelligence sources have identified sanctioned Russian individuals using a range of methods to evade sanctions imposed following the invasion...
Gongs for legal aid heroes
Legal Aid Champions received well-deserved recognition at last night's (July 12) Legal Aid Lawyer of the Year (LALY) Awards. The...
Westminster update: Prime Minister resigns
One thing you must do We have published advice for lawyers affected by the Criminal Bar Association strike. CBA strikes...
My LS July 2022 draw
The prize is a £500 voucher of the Lifestyle Checkwhich is reimbursable with more than 140 companies. To be eligible...
Sustained Investments Needed for Courts to Recover
The Justice Committee published the UK government's response to its report on court capacity yesterday (7 July). England and Wales....
Treasury Approved LSAG Anti-Money Laundering Guidelines
According to Money Laundering Regulations 2017the guidelines now have their full place, including in regulation 86(2)(b)(ii). This specific rule states...
Celebrating Pride in the Legal Profession
We have teamed up with the Bar Council and the Chartered Institute of Legal Executives (CILEx) to attend the Pride...
Initial fee increase for Legal Aid lawyers starting in September
On Thursday, June 30, the the government announced it will introduce secondary legislation to increase criminal legal aid costs. Although...
Law Society poll: female lawyers outnumber men in Australian state of New South Wales, but are paid less
Women outnumber men in the legal profession in the Australian state of New South Wales, but are paid less, according...
How to use SEO to grow your business
Building and growing a law firm is hard work and never easy. This involves overseeing and managing general operations, looking...
Law Society president urges regulations and laws on facial recognition technology
Facial recognition technology has been slowly rolled out across Australia for public safety purposes; however, the lack of regulations and...
Five Ways Your Law Society Membership Can Help Your Practice Thrive
The truth is, you're probably a little – or maybe a lot – of both. Running a law firm is...
People: Nottinghamshire Law Society; Freeths
Nottinghamshire Bar appointed its new president. Janine McKinney is the seventh female president to hold the position of the Society,...
Disabled Lawyers Division Summer Social
We started the day with a committee meeting, delighted to finally see each other again (some of us for the...
How to support legal professionals in succession planning
TORONTO, June 28, 2022 /CNW/ - The Professional Regulation Committee has launched a consultation process to seek feedback on a...
Impacts of economic instability on the risk of money laundering
Economic instability can alter the risks faced by firms and legal practitioners. It also has the potential to reduce economic...
Break down prejudices to build a stronger team
Even though we think we can be objective, we all have biases - and can be affected by the biases...
The Law Society awarded honorary doctorates of law to eight exemplary individuals
TORONTO, June 28, 2022 /CNW/ - The Law Society of Ontario honored several distinguished personalities with a Doctor of Laws...
Lewis Silkin Managing Partner hired to lead the Law Society
By Joel Poultney (June 27, 2022, 7:38pm BST) - The Law Society of England and Wales on Monday appointed Lewis...
New Executive Director for the Bar
The Law Society of England and Wales has appointed Ian Jeffery as Chief Executive. Law Society President I. Stephanie Boyce...
Lawyer and law firm executive appointed CEO of the Law Society
Ian led Lewis Silkin as managing partner and CEO for 15 years. During this period, he led the firm's growth...
The Law Society of England and Wales closes its offices in Brussels after 30 years
Just over three decades after the Law Society of England and Wales first planted its flag in Brussels, the legal...
Accompaniment during the action of the Criminal Bar
The idea of undertaking “days of action” received overwhelming support. This is an escalation of the ongoing no return action...
LEAP Legal Software | The bar
LEAP is focused on designing legal technology specifically for the needs of small and medium-sized law firms and is continually...