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Dana Denis-Smith OBE elected as our next deputy vice president

Dana Denis-Smith OBE has been elected as the new deputy vice president of the Law Society.

Record number of nationalities represented at London Commercial Courts

A record number of nationalities appeared before the London Commercial Courts (LCC) between April 2024 and March 2025, according to Portland’s latest Commercial Courts report.

New guidance to help solicitors navigate climate change in property transactions

We’ve launched new guidance to help you handle climate risks your clients might face in property transactions.

Domestic Abuse Advocacy Scheme – register as a qualified legal representative

Find out how to register for the Ministry of Justice (MoJ) Domestic Abuse Advocacy Scheme.

Apply for the 2025 King's Counsel competition

The 2025 King’s Counsel competition is open from 14 March to 25 April. We encourage all eligible solicitors to apply.

Join the Disabled Solicitors Network at the London Legal Walk

The Disabled Solicitors Network (DSN) are taking part in the London Legal Walk.

Tender for civil legal aid contracts reopens

Civil legal aid providers now have another opportunity to bid for contracts, with no fixed deadline to apply.

Civil legal aid: first increase to fees in 28 years welcomed

The UK government’s £20 million a year investment will increase civil legal aid fees for immigration and housing, but there is still more to do.

“Inadequate” risk assessments put firms at risk of regulatory action

Find out what steps you and your firm can take to avoid common anti-money laundering and financial sanctions issues.

Celebrating Disability History Month 2024

This Disability History Month 2024, join us in celebrating the contributions of disabled solicitors in the legal profession and across society as we embrace this...

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