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Mind the legal aid gap

We urge the UK government to further invest in civil legal aid to avoid people having to represent themselves in court, particularly in cases of...

“Having a professional profile opens the door as a lawyer. It is not enough on its own”

Jivaan Bennett shares how to build your profile by following your passions and becoming known for your expertise.

“I thought solicitors belonged to a different stratosphere – but I finished my training contract at 62”

Joe Kelly qualified as a solicitor at 62 years old. Discover how he switched from construction to law while working full time and raising a...

Trade Strategy backs UK legal sector

We welcome the UK government’s new Trade Strategy, recognising its strong focus on the legal sector as a key driver of growth and job creation....

Redefining 21st century justice as a vital public service

The Law Society of England and Wales has published its recommendations from the 21st Century Justice project that offer a powerful vision for change to...

Target people smugglers not modern slavery victims

We are urging peers to make changes to the Border Security, Asylum and Immigration Bill so it focuses on punishing people smugglers, not modern slavery...

Westminster update: lord chancellor on vital ECHR reform

Your weekly update on all the latest developments and debates in Parliament and across Whitehall. This week: lord chancellor on ECHR reform, legal aid in...

Learn about how the Law Society is governed, our Royal Charter and our constitutional arrangements.

Five reasons why the government's new economic plan is big news for solicitors and firms

Find out what the UK government’s new industrial strategy means for legal services.

Find out how to apply for our Immigration and Asylum Law Accreditation.

Law Society celebrates its 200 years in London

This year, the Law Society of England and Wales marks its 200th anniversary with a tour that has spanned more than 20 cities.

Confidentiality breach: solicitor rebuked for sharing email with opposition

Tracey Calvert, director of Oakalls Consultancy, considers a genuine case where a breach of client confidentiality lead to a solicitor being sanctioned by written rebuke.

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