21 August 2026
Knights and Fletchers carve up Moore Barlow
Listed law firm Knights has agreed a deal for the commercial and private wealth practices of South-East law firm Moore Barlow, with private equity-backed Fletchers picking up the rest.
21 August 2026
Law firm owner struck off over missing £450,000
A law firm owner who has cost the profession £450,000 in payouts from the SRA Compensation Fund because of money missing from client account has been struck off.
21 August 2026
Under-fire Legal Aid Agency board member walks away
The Legal Aid Agency board member under fire for the “pivotal role” he played in the plot to remove an NHS whistleblower has chosen not to seek a second term.
21 August 2026
High Court lifts suspension on new HMCTS cybersecurity contract
The High Court has lifted a suspension preventing HMCTS from signing a new cybersecurity contract, triggered by a procurement challenge.
