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Austen-Jones Solicitors Limited fined for anti-money laundering regulation breaches

The South East London firm faces penalties for violating anti-money laundering regulations, failing to comply with AML requirements

Michael Clancy awarded Fellowship by Royal Society of Edinburgh

Law Society of Scotland's Michael Clancy honoured as Fellow alongside esteemed legal figures by RSE

Andrew Begg prohibited from practicing for five years

Andrew Philip Begg, an unregistered barrister, has been barred from obtaining a practising certificate for five years following a disciplinary tribunal's conclusion on April 4, 2024

Trowers & Hamlins launches new energy and sustainability practice

Trowers & Hamlins takes a strategic step to bolster its presence in the dynamic energy and sustainability sectors by establishing a dedicated practice group

Cartmell Shepherd Solicitors acquires Nicholson Portnell

A strategic deal between Cartmell Shepherd Solicitors and Nicholson Portnell Solicitors bolsters legal expertise in the North East

Syngensys secures £1.8m seed fundraise with new commercial operations director appointment

National law firm Freeths has played a pivotal role in advising SynGenSys, a rapidly growing biotechnology spinout from the University of Sheffield, on its triumphant angel-led £1.8 million seed fundraise

HCR Law promotes over sixty professionals in largest promotions round yet

The elevated individuals comprise 8 Partners, 7 Legal Directors, 10 Senior Associates, and 27 Associates, alongside 8 newly qualified solicitors who recently completed their training contracts with the firm

Ignition earns B Corp accreditation: a testament to sustainable business practices

Securing B Corp accreditation is a significant milestone, reflecting Ignition's commitment to conducting business in a socially and environmentally responsible manner