Legal News

SRA intervenes into 11 firms making up PM Law group

The SRA has intervened into 11 law firms that between them have 30 trading names following the sudden closure on Monday of the PM Law group..

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SRA and FCA warn over multiple representation and termination fees

The SRA and FCA have joined forces to warn about multiple representation and excessive termination fees in motor finance claims.

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Confusion reigns as 600-person law firm group suddenly shuts

A group employing 600 people across multiple law firms and offices around the country suddenly closed its doors this week, sparking widespread uncertainty and confusion.

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Tribunal criticises City firm’s recruitment process but rejects bias claim

A leading City law firm’s stated commitment to inclusion and diversity was not always reflected in how it dealt with a law student’s application for a training contract, an employment tribunal has ruled.

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Blog


Whistleblowing guidance for in-house lawyers – a call to arms

In-house lawyers are in a unique position to spot wrongdoing. But reporting it is not just potentially dangerous from a personal point of view.


The importance of benchmarking reports – and lessons on profitability

Regional firms reported the largest revenue growth this year (12%), outpacing their City counterparts. Yet many are not converting that growth into profitability.


Fixed recoverable costs: Sacrificing justice for predictability?

The extended fixed recoverable costs regime is failing to achieve its stated objectives. Instead of promoting fairness and efficiency, the rules are creating anomalies that undermine justice.