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Howard Kennedy announces new managing partner

James Stewart will succeed Craig Emden as managing partner of Howard Kennedy, effective May 1, 2025, following an election by the partnership

Steele Raymond leads in Future Lawyers rankings

Bournemouth-based law firm Steele Raymond has achieved remarkable recognition in the 2024/25 Legal 500 Future Lawyers guide, topping the UK charts for work/life balance and earning accolades in seven categories overall

The qualifying limit for unfair dismissal will define the new Labour government

John Hayes, Managing Partner at Constantine Law, discusses the significance of the Labour government’s promise to reduce the qualifying limit for unfair dismissal

Hamlins Launches Growth Strategy with Swan Turton Acquisition

This strategic move marks a shift for Hamlins, which is actively seeking further acquisitions to expand its expertise in sectors including media, sport, real estate, and technology

Wedlake Bell announces new family head

City law firm Wedlake Bell is set to welcome Alex Davies as the new head of its family team this November. With an impressive twelve-year tenure at Cripps, where he led their family team, Davies brings a wealth of experience and expertise to his new role

Licensed conveyancers push for greater recognition and school outreach

Licensed conveyancers are advocating for a greater understanding of their profession and exploring recruitment from schools, the CLC’s Futures Roundtable reveals

Your support network for solicitors' mental health

This World Mental Health Day, The Solicitors' Charity highlights the growing need for mental health support within the legal profession

Business owners saved £1.3bn in inheritance tax relief

This figure reflects a 4% increase from £1.25 billion in 2022/23 and an impressive 90% rise from £685 million in 2019/20