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Holding back the tide

Who knew legal practice could be fun? W';re forever faced with depressing facts and figures around mental health, court closures and lack of resources, but growing numbers of solicitors are relishing the challenge of setting up their own niche practice to concentrate solely on their area of specialist expertise.

Kennedys promotes Suzanne Liversidge to first global managing partner

Kennedys has appointed long-serving insurance partner Suzanne Liversidge as its first global managing partner.

Diversity Access Scheme awards scholarships to 10 aspiring solicitors

The Law Society of England and Wales has awarded 10 scholarships through its Diversity Access Scheme (DAS).

Why can't lawyers give praise?

With lawyers at increasing risk of burnout, Dr Alicia Fortinberry asks why a simple morale-boosting method is being wilfully overlooked

Adopting a marketing strategy that works

For an effective marketing plan, start with your strengths and where your work comes from rather than focusing on your competitors, says Doug McPherson

Trickle down or drying out?

Technological innovation will only improve access to justice if lawtech initiatives are properly funded, says Alan Larkin

Is it possible to Monzo law?

We returned to the pros and cons of legal technology in the June/July issue, as the industry continues to wrestle with the critical balance between automation and personal legal provision.

High Court clarifies inheritance disputes

A High Court has today handed down a judgement in the case of Scarle v Scarle, which provides clarity on inheritance precedent.