Tag: Solicitors

City lawyers slam SRA’s proposal for unlimited fines
City of London Law Society says proposals are 'arbitrary' and 'flawed'

Mastering AI: Meet the lawyers redefining tech in law
Osborne Clarke associates Tom Sharpe and Thomas Stables discuss the transformative role of AI in reshaping legal practices, offering insights into their specialised approaches and the evolving landscape of technology law

Over 40% of lawyers now use AI to accelerate their work
Despite growing use of AI in legal work, concerns persist over public tools producing fake information

Aspiring solicitor claims training contract rejection over ‘political views’
Reddit post spotlights vac scheme etiquette

From climate disasters to political instability: Inside the dynamic world of insurance law
RPC partner Lucy Dyson shares insights on her career in insurance law, the evolving global risk landscape, and the value of curiosity and creativity in the field

Solicitor struck off for blackmailing business partner
"Extremely serious" misconduct

Paul Weiss to provide every vac schemer free accommodation, travel and even a new suit
£250 to spend on your work experience wardrobe

Inside the world of a finance lawyer at a leading US firm’s London office
Willkie partner Komal Raina shares her career journey, insights into 2025 market trends and the career advice she thinks everyone should hear

‘I want to quit my fashion designer job to become a corporate lawyer’
Career changer needs advice

Hogan Lovells to shutter three offices
Johannesburg, Sydney and Warsaw to close

Meet the Magic Circle space sector lawyer
Linklaters counsel Tom Capon discusses the rapid growth of the space industry, sustainability, and the advantages of having a broad career

Betting giant pokes fun at Manchester City with ‘traditional team photo’
Hearing into alleged financial breaches starts today

Eversheds retains 32 of 42 qualifying trainees
76% figure includes apprentices

Mishcon bumps NQ solicitor pay to £95k
Trainee rises too

Blind solicitor completes epic ’24 peaks in 24 hours’ challenge
Former Ashurst lawyer raises £150k for charity

Now live! Your ultimate insider guide to life at 100+ top law firms
The Legal Cheek 2025 Firms Most List is here

What it takes to be a successful commercial litigator
Sidley partner Sarah Lainchbury discusses the importance of being organised, the firm's social mobility initiatives, and how her pet dog has supported her career

Womble Bond Dickinson set for new US merger
Combines with Lewis Roca next year

Working in debt capital markets, insights from an associate
Hogan Lovells' associate Kaushik Karunakaran shares his career journey, insights into this key area of finance and the importance of a supportive firm culture