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Advocacy in the youth court

Lawyers representing children in the youth court need specialist skills, knowledge and expertise.

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“Doing comedy allows me to switch off from my day job as an immigration lawyer”

From court rooms to comedy clubs, immigration solicitor and stand-up comedian Sikisa Bostwick-Barnes shares her story.

23 Jul 2025

Applying for silk as a solicitor

Find out how you can become a King’s Counsel at an event with the KC selection panel on 23 September.

21 Jul 2025

The Law Society’s archivist: “history changed my life – I like passing that on”

Gary Haines reveals how he’s bringing the history of the solicitors’ profession to life.

16 Jul 2025

Becoming a judge – free workshops for Black, Asian and ethnic minority lawyers

Have you considered becoming a judge? Do you feel like you need more background and guidance on the judicial application process? We’re running free workshops aimed at Black ethnic minority solicitors who are under-represented in the judiciary.

07 Jul 2025

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