Raffia Arshad wants ‘to make sure the sound of diversity is heard loud and clear’

City firms plan lawyers return

Barrister Sahar Farooqi urges legal community to honour Aya Hachem’s passing — but regulator says its hands are tied

ULaw’s Suzanne Hutton draws on her experience as a solicitor and careers coach

Available to listen now 🎧

Criminal barrister Syam Soni casts a legal eye over Durham saga

Academics Andrew Francis and Lydia Bleasdale outline the challenges facing younger lawyers and the importance of managing expectations

The top legal affairs news stories from the long weekend

Lawyers who’ve come into law from other industries share their experiences; taking place virtually on Wednesday 27 May 2020

Four speakers from different corners of the legal profession share their insights

Quality of education must remain high if unis are to remain competitive, argues De Montfort lecturer Brett Koenig

City firm takes ‘unfortunate but prudent decision’ to mitigate COVID-19 financial impact

I budgeted on receiving a three-week salary

COVID-19: Move comes just weeks after magic circle player suspended partner distributions

But three quarters say lockdown has shown they can work effectively from home

Weekly round-up of the top legal blogosphere posts

👏 👏 👏

But future trainees think their TC offers will still be honoured

Staff vote in favour of move to curb financial impact of pandemic

COVID-19: Last of the magic fivesome to reveal student summer plans

Five tips courtesy of Shoosmiths