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Windrush’s 75th anniversary: “my client’s stories about the scandal must be heard while they’re still alive”
How our country reckons with our complicated history is a discussion increasingly had in the mainstream. To mark Black History Month, Dr Connie N Maina...
01 Nov 2023
Six steps for developing a corporate social responsibility programme
What is corporate social responsibility (CSR) and why does it matter? Marcus Hayes MBE highlights the benefits of setting up a CSR programme in your...
16 Oct 2023
Nick Emmerson becomes 179th president of the Law Society
On Wednesday 11 October, Nick Emmerson became the 179th president of the Law Society of England and Wales.
11 Oct 2023
It’s our priority to defend the profession against attacks from those in power
No lawyer should be criticised or targeted for doing their job. We’re working to robustly defend the profession, challenge rhetoric from politicians and counter perceptions...
21 Aug 2023
SRA Standards and Regulations: minor amendments – Law Society response
The Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA) has proposed minor amendments to the SRA Standards and Regulations. Find out what this means for you and your firm.
08 Mar 2023
Pro bono work in new areas of expertise
Volunteering in a new area of expertise is one of the great draws of pro bono work, but it comes with risks attached. Claire Butler...
19 Jan 2023
Celebrate Pro Bono Week 2022
The spotlight will once again be shone on the outstanding voluntary contribution made by lawyers at Pro Bono Week.
03 Nov 2022
Practical ways in-house lawyers can fight the climate crisis
In-house lawyers are key to shaping green initiatives within their organisations. To mark the approach of Pro Bono Week 2022 and COP27, Lawyers for Net...
14 Oct 2022
Law for free? Why and how to do pro bono work as an in-house lawyer
Doing pro bono work can be challenging, but immensely rewarding. Sarah Oliver Scemla, director and assistant general counsel at Bank of America, explains the benefits...
15 May 2022
Celebrating Pro Bono Week 2021
Pro Bono Week 2021 celebrated its 20th anniversary this year. Valerie Robertson, our pro bono policy adviser, gives an overview of its past, present and...
26 Nov 2021
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