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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

Vincents solicitors expands: a move to new Chorley office at Ackhurst Business Park

Vincents Solicitors, a prominent Lancashire law firm, has relocated its Chorley team to a new office at Ackhurst Business Park, marking a significant milestone in its journey of growth

Barrister Zaheer Ahmad suspended for professional misconduct

Following findings of professional misconduct, Barrister Zaheer Ahmad is suspended from practice for six months

All change in April – carer’s leave, flexible working and redundancy protections

On 6 April 2024, several legislative changes aimed at protecting and assisting those in the workforce with family and caring responsibilities will come into effect in the UK, including: (i) a new Carer’s Leave Act 2023; (ii) changes to the right to request flexible working; and (iii) enhanced protection against redundancy for those on maternity, adoption or shared parental leave