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UK lawyers rally in response to Sudan conflict
The Sudanese Legal Network has mobilised with a mission to shed light on the 'dire' humanitarian crisis unfolding in the country

Former Magic Circle lawyer crowned ‘Law Teacher of the Year’
Lancaster Uni's Sadie Whittam described as 'gifted educator'

Anglia Ruskin Uni expands pro bono offering through law firm tie-up
Student-staffed clinic will now handle personal injury matters alongside family and employment law

UCAS data reveals law is most searched for career
As nearly half of all users express interest in apprenticeships

‘Robo judges’ could make legal rulings, says Master of the Rolls
Option to appeal to a human

HSF launches ‘academy’ to help clients understand emerging tech
Metaverse, blockchain, NFTs and more

Kirkland & Ellis to launch in Saudi Arabia
New office will focus on energy and infrastructure work

Law firm grad rec partners share advice with incoming vac schemers
Those in the know tell us what students can do to stand out

Monday morning round-up
The top legal affairs news stories from this morning and the weekend

Starts on Monday: The Legal Cheek Summer 2023 Virtual Vacation Scheme and Law Fair
Monday 19 June to Friday 23 June 2023

First female Lord Chief Justice appointed in 755 years
Who run the courts?!

‘How do I choose between 30 seats before starting my training contract?’
Future Silver Circle rookie seeks advice

Best of the blogs
Weekly round-up of the top legal blogosphere posts

Government launches new post-GCSE law course
Two-year programme features industry placement and is equivalent to three A-Levels

Reed Smith cuts global workforce by 50 in response to reduced demand for legal services
Declines to say whether roles in London are impacted

The London Legal Walk in pics 📸
Soaring temperatures didn't prevent the legal community coming together for a good cause

Orrick cuts global workforce by 6%
US firm responds to reduced demand amid market uncertainty

Squires to cover uni fees for underprivileged aspiring lawyers
Law firm to support seven students through new scholarship programme

Henry Hendron jailed after trying to buy drugs from clients
Given 14 months

Married City lawyer who shared intimate pictures with 18-year-old female apprentice struck off
Bulk of 76 allegations proven against ex-Gowling director Oliver Bretherton