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Ethnic income and pupillage gap at Bar laid bare

The median earnings of White barristers are 54% higher than Black barristers and 32% higher than Asian barristers, according to new research by the Bar Council.

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PI lawyer brought “fundamentally dishonest” claims – and lied on CV

A personal injury fee-earner lied about injuries she suffered in three car accidents, as well as about her academics and professional status, a circuit judge has ruled.

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Solicitor blasts “greedy” funder for Mastercard settlement opposition

An extraordinary war of words has broken out between the solicitor and funder involved in Walter Merricks’ landmark collective action against Mastercard over its proposed settlement.

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Veteran solicitor struck off for forging client’s signature

A veteran solicitor who falsified a client’s signature on a notice of severance as part of divorce proceedings after losing the original has been struck off.

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The FCA is trying to get to grips with motor finance mis-selling

The FCA will be urging the Supreme Court to move as quickly as possible in relation to a key ruling on motor finance. The regulator is taking an active approach to this important issue.


Embracing AI: The future of law firms

AI is set to fundamentally change how law firms operate, bringing about new efficiencies, enhancing strategic insights, and ultimately transforming the way legal services are delivered.


CMA guidance on unregulated legal services must be applauded but…

There is little doubt that, with a staggering 3,800 unregulated providers of such legal services, the recent CMA action and guidance was required.