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Apply for the 2026 King’s Counsel competition

The 2026 King’s Counsel competition is open from Friday 13 March to Friday 24 April. We encourage all eligible solicitors to apply.

“It's something that needs to be done all year round”: law, human rights and tackling gender barriers

A human rights lawyer reflects on what it takes to achieve justice for all women – and the realities of becoming a legal leader in...

LSB sets out stall to improve EDI in the legal profession

The LSB has a chance to drive progress and reduce systemic barriers on equality, diversity and inclusion (EDI) and wellbeing across the legal profession.

Diversity Access Scheme opens for applications

Talented aspiring solicitors are invited to apply for a place on the profession’s Diversity Access Scheme (DAS), the Law Society of England and Wales said...

Legal Services Board draft business plan 2026/27 – Law Society response

The LSB is continuing to strengthen oversight of regulators’ performance to avoid consumer harm from collapses such as Axiom Ince and SSB from happening again.

Life as a legal apprentice in the north east of England

Ellie Phillips reflects on her solicitor apprenticeship journey, early challenges, and why widening access to the legal profession matters.

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