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Breaking glass: cracks are forming in the proverbial ceiling of UK firms

As diversity at the senior end of the solicitors' profession steadily increases, will the rest catch up? John van der Luit-Drummond reports

Does the legal industry need a facelift?

After a year as managing partner, w';re starting to move out of the recession.

Rotting from within

The legal profession should learn from recent police corruption and ensure that a few bad apples don't spoil the rest of the barrel, says Felix

'We put our members at the heart of all we do'

Law Society membership is more relevant than ever for solicitors joining today, as it represents, promotes and supports both City and small firms, says Nicholas Fluck

A joined-up approach will help firms adapt to their new environment

With activities-based regulation on the agenda, practices with a multidisciplinary approach are already reaping the commercial benefits

Suspicious minds: undisclosed assets and strategic divorces

Is it time for a rethink of form E disclosure and the penalties imposed on spouses trying to hide their wealth, asks Paul Smethurst

No single individual should have all that responsibility

Will handing over the regulation of annual accounts to COFAs make firms more vulnerable to indemnity claims, asks Susanna Heley

Remember 'location, location, location'

Opening new premises can present a window of opportunity if you choose your spot wisely, says Catherine Maxfield