4 November 2026
SRA “keeping close eye” on accumulator law firms
The Solicitors Regulation Authority is conducting monthly “intelligence-led reviews and risk assessments” of so-called accumulator firms, it has emerged.
4 November 2026
AI-native US firm opening in London as part of global expansion
A US company that earlier this year set up a law firm backed by its AI system has made its first UK hire to manage its expansion both here and elsewhere around the world.
4 November 2026
Trainee solicitor and paralegal banned for sexual offences convictions
A trainee solicitor and paralegal have been banned from working in the profession following separate convictions that included attempting to engage in sexual communication with a child.
4 November 2026
Dismay over government response to MPs’ legal aid report
Four leading legal advice charities have expressed their dismay at the government’s failure to accept a single recommendation on improving the legal aid system.
