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Head to head: accountants doing probate

As the one-year anniversary of the first accountancy firm being granted a probate license approaches, accountant Barry Jefferd and solicitor Lloyd Junor debate the effects of the change

Lessons from NewLaw: Three ways to flex your operating structure

By Nick Jarrett-Kerr, Visiting Professor, Nottingham Law School

Are you a leader or manager? There is a difference

By Julious P. Smith Jr, Chair Emeritus, Williams Mullen

Court fee hikes will make legal rights 'meaningless'

Law Society president says it is wrong for the courts to make a profit for government

Onto pastures new?

After years of being labelled the divorce capital of the world, there are signs that London might be taking steps to abdicate its unwanted throne

SRA training proposals mean less-advantaged students will lose out

Two-year training contract is 'about right' for entry to solicitor profession, argues Law Society

Lateral moves: How partners can succeed at switching law firms

Jill King outlines some strategic considerations for partners looking to advance their careers by moving to competitor firms

Does your law firm provide a structured, inclusive framework for career development?

By Mark Day, CEO, Verisona Law