Many lawyers could not do their jobs without the support of paralegals and for law firms to remain competitive, paralegals need to be central to their business.

As more solicitors choose to work as consultants, a concerning contractual trend has emerged – the passing of professional indemnity insurance excess liabilities onto consultants.

My role as a PSL has evolved significantly over the last 20 years and continues to develop alongside the astounding technological progress we have seen this decade.

It would be no surprise that SIFA Professional advocates a more joined-up approach to areas of legal advice where there is a financial overlap or financial implications.

In recent months, there seem to have been as many news stories about the salary wars between City firms as there have been about burnout and mental health concerns across the profession.