Tag: Solicitors

Turkey-Syria earthquake: City law firms rally in support of victims

Simmons, Clydes, Osborne Clarke and Kennedys among outfits providing financial assistance

Feb 21 2023 8:35am
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Inside one of the most followed law firm grad rec Instagram accounts

From office insights to application tips -- here’s why Shoosmiths' popular Insta account is a must-follow for aspiring lawyers

Feb 20 2023 2:00pm

SRA calls on law firms to do more to combat abusive litigation

SLAPPs threaten free speech and the rule of the law, regulator warns

Feb 20 2023 9:55am
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Newly qualified London lawyer goes public with working hours as she warns of burnout risks

Refreshingly honest Insta post follows Legal Cheek research revealing some juniors are regularly clocking-up 12 hour days

Feb 17 2023 10:32am
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Clifford Chance comes top in Stonewall LGBTQ+ rankings

100-strong list features 11 law firms

Feb 17 2023 8:49am

‘I spent over 30 years as a Magic Circle lawyer. Here’s my advice to law students…’

City partner turned tutor at The University of Law Nick Squire offers up his top tips for those seeking to follow in his footsteps, ahead of his appearance at next week's in-person student event in Moorgate London

Feb 16 2023 10:16am

A&O hires ‘Harvey’ chatbot to help lawyers

ChatGPT-style tool can tackle contract analysis, due diligence and more

Feb 15 2023 12:06pm
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‘Unmanageable caseloads’ top source of stress among lawyers

Over 60% have suffered burnout, new research finds

Feb 15 2023 9:33am
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TLT posts 100% trainee retention score

All 11 spring qualifiers stay on

Feb 13 2023 12:25pm
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Vinson & Elkins bumps UK trainee pay to £60-£65k

NQ pay sits at nearly £174k

Feb 10 2023 9:25am
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Torn between the SQE and LPC? Here’s what to consider

BPP's Head of Outreach Jonny Hurst lists the key considerations for students electing between the two solicitor qualification routes

Feb 9 2023 2:52pm

Firm admits ousted CEO used racist phrase over dinner

Details of incident involving former Rosenblatt chief emerge in employment ruling

Feb 9 2023 2:00pm
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Apprentices among top performers on SQE

Strong pass rates due to mix of classroom and practical learning, says regulator

Feb 9 2023 11:41am
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Life as a lawyer in a countercyclical practice area

Womble Bond Dickinson restructuring and insolvency lawyers explain what the economic downturn means for their clients

Feb 8 2023 4:03pm

TC in the Toon? A former Magic Circle lawyer makes the case for legal life in the North

ULaw Newcastle campus manager Larissa Hope explores what the vibrant city has in store for students

Feb 6 2023 1:06pm