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CBA warns of implications of 'haemorrhaging' of criminal barristers

The Criminal Bar Association has stated that “without a dramatic increase in funding, the haemorrhaging of talented barristers will continue”

Lessons for novices – and leaders

Tracey Calvert likens the initial strangeness of sailing to the experience of newcomers to law firms

Impecunious solicitor struck off after refusing to attend hearing

A solicitor on the verge of bankruptcy has been struck off for dishonesty and said he would appeal

Lord Puttnam – defender of democracy

Philip Henson discusses democracy with Lord Puttnam, who chaired the Select Committee on Democracy and Digital Technologies, following release of its unanimously approved report

Only 25 medical experts approved for injury portal

Just 25 medical experts so far approved by MedCo for litigants in person using the official injury claims portal

Practising certificate fee: have your say

Solicitors are invited to respond to a Law Society survey on the annual PC fee

Buckle up for take-off

Duncan Jackson leads Buckles Law, a regional firm with a flair for attracting jet set clients

Legal aid: eviction ban homelessness warning

Tenants who face homelessness now that the eviction ban is being lifted today must get legal aid support, the Law Society warned