Tag: Solicitors

Shoosmiths distances itself as Angela Rayner tax row escalates

National law firm confirms it did not advise deputy PM on £800k flat stamp duty error

Sep 4 2025 10:59am
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Navigating uncertainty: What it takes to be a global disputes lawyer 

Clifford Chance lawyer Alex Panayides reflects on his career journey and the exciting work he has undertaken along the way

Sep 3 2025 10:05am

How one Magic Circle lawyer helped kick off a global sports law practice

Linklaters’ Shamin Choudhury on building a sports law niche, industry drivers and advice for aspiring lawyers

Sep 2 2025 7:54am

Lawyers using AI to boost billable hours, report finds

Prioritising additional chargeable work over potential work–life balance benefits

Sep 2 2025 7:53am
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Research reveals jump in junior lawyers quitting firms

Work-life balance and lack of career progression among key drivers

Sep 1 2025 8:07am
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AI, innovation and life as a ‘hybrid lawyer’

A&O Shearman’s Francesca Bennetts discusses her exciting work at the cutting edge of legal tech and her advice for young lawyers navigating a changing legal landscape

Sep 1 2025 8:06am

Former Irwin Mitchell associate billed 23 hours in just one day

'Inflated' timesheets leads to strike off

Aug 26 2025 9:58am
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‘I’m about to start my training contract. Got any advice?’

Keen to make good first impression

Aug 21 2025 8:35am
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HSF Kramer launches mentoring scheme to support neurodivergent trainees

Participants paired with senior mentors from professional services firms

Aug 20 2025 10:04am
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Addleshaws breaks through £500 million revenue barrier

Eight years of consecutive growth

Aug 20 2025 8:56am
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21-year-old becomes one of the youngest ever solicitors in England & Wales

Bagged first-class law degree at 18 😲

Aug 19 2025 8:23am
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