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Bar lifts the lid on shocking sexism faced by female barristers
Friday, 24 July 2015A Bar Council report on the working lives of women barristers has revealed more clearly than ever the shocking sexism that some of them have faced during their careers, particularly while pupils. Women also complained of being forced to specialise in family and sex crime cases.
Tags: Bar Council, Barristers, sex discrimination
Posted in Barristers, Latest news, Regulation
Tribunal rejects SRA appeal against sex discrimination ruling
Thursday, 20 February 2014The Solicitors Regulation Authority has lost its appeal against an employment tribunal decision that it discriminated against a female employee after revoking her part-time working agreement.
Tags: sex discrimination, Solicitors Regulation Authority
Posted in Latest news, Solicitors
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Continuing competence still in the SRA’s headlights
The SRA’s second annual assessment of continuing competence leaves lawyers and COLPs in little doubt that the regulatory spotlight is still firmly on whether skills and knowledge are being maintained.
How the Oldham community helped my law firm against rioters
On the evening of 7 August, we anxiously watched CCTV footage from outside the building, waiting for the mob. Our blood ran cold when we saw a group of around 150 people approaching.
Essential tips for junior lawyers
Starting out as a junior lawyer can be daunting, with the challenge of balancing the demanding day-to-day responsibilities, honing legal skills, and engaging in profile-raising activities.
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