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Impact story: promoting gender equity at Osborne Clarke

Find out how Osborne Clarke set out to increase the number of women partners and reduce its gender pay gap.

Implementing the Beijing Treaty on Audiovisual Performances – Law Society response

The UK Intellectual Property Office consulted on the introduction of enhanced rights for performers in films, television programmes and music videos. Read our response.

Statement on Stephen Denyer

We are saddened to announce Stephen Denyer, director of strategic relationships, passed away over the weekend.

Impact story: Stephenson Harwood's Black Talent Programme

Stephenson Harwood set out to increase representation of Black and ethnic minority colleagues across the firm. Discover how its Black Talent Programme made an impact...

AML policies, controls and procedures: ask the right questions

The SRA has warned of the risks posed by “off-the-shelf” policies, controls and procedures (PCPs). Emma Williams sets out what questions to ask to get...

Saluting our Sisters: celebrating Black History Month 2023

Join us in celebrating the contribution of black women to the legal profession and wider society as we embrace this year’s Black History Month theme:...

Five goals you can set this year to improve social mobility in your firm

People in the UK from lower socio-economic backgrounds earn on average between 6-11% less than those from higher backgrounds. How can you make sure...

Talented aspiring solicitors awarded coveted scholarship

14 talented aspiring solicitors have been awarded a sought-after scholarship by the Law Society of England and Wales’ Diversity Access Scheme (DAS) to help them...

Parliamentary briefing: Russia (Sanctions) (EU Exit) (Amendment) (No. 3) Regulations 2023

We're briefing parliamentarians about concerns with the Russia (Sanctions) (EU Exit) (Amendment) (No. 3) Regulations 2023.

Judicial diversity: Report shows little progress for women and ethnic minority candidates

New statistics from the Ministry of Justice reveal that progress on improving judicial diversity needs speeding up.

Digital nomad visas in Spain: a practical guide for UK solicitors

The digital nomad visa in Spain offers UK solicitors an exciting opportunity to work remotely while immersing themselves in the country’s vibrant culture. Giorgio Guarneri...

New law allows UK lawyers to practise in Luxembourg

English and Welsh solicitors can now register to practise UK and public international law in Luxembourg.

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