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Accessible legal information for people with learning disabilities

Researchers from the University of Birmingham and the University of Leeds have developed templates aimed at enhancing the accessibility of legal services for people with learning disabilities

Where your donations go: making a real difference

At The Solicitors' Charity, your contributions create meaningful change in the lives of solicitors and their dependants facing challenging times

Work underway on costs budgeting-lite

The implementation of the Civil Justice Council’s 2023 costs review is progressing, as discussed by Lord Justice Birss at a recent Association of Costs Lawyers (ACL) roundtable

Jackson Lees expands court team

Liverpool firm Jackson Lees strengthens Court of Protection team with four new hires

Heidi Alexander champions Malaysia's market access for foreign law firms

Justice Minister Heidi Alexander has hailed the recent decision to extend the Qualified Foreign Law Firm (QFLF) licence in Malaysia from three to five years, a move that promises to bolster UK law firms' confidence in the Malaysian market

Insights on ofsted inspection changes

Katie Michelon, Partner at Browne Jacobson, addresses the implications of the new Ofsted school inspection handbook, emphasising clarity for parents and schools during the transition period

The potential for pro bono to build a case for a better funded legal aid system

Following her appointment as Head of Pro Bono and Counsel at Farrer & Co, Rhian Lewis shares her experience of becoming a pro bono solicitor, her approach to spearheading the pro bono practice at her new firm and explains the value of firms offering pro bono services not only in terms of access to justice, but also in regard to employee retention and the rise of responsible business

Fixed Recoverable Costs: a barrier to justice in housing disrepair claims?

Nick McDonnell argues that the implementation of the FRC regime in housing disrepair claims would profoundly impede access to justice