27 February 2026
North-West PI firm winds down after funder pulls out
A well-known personal injury law firm is in the process of shutting down after its funder pulled its backing. The Manchester firm has filed a notice of intention to appoint administrators.
27 February 2026
PE-backed barrister group launches outsourced service for chambers
Private-equity backed The Barrister Group has launched a platform that will handle chambers’ operational requirements and also distribute briefs that they cannot handle.
27 February 2026
Ethical working cultures “vital” for law firms, indemnity insurer says
An “ethical and supportive working culture” has become “not just beneficial, but vital” to the future of law firms, a leading professional indemnity insurer has said.
27 February 2026
Solicitor struck off for misleading judge about location
A solicitor who “wasted valuable court time” by telling a recorder that he was in London when he was actually in Munich has been struck off.
