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UK M&A legal market sees resurgence

The UK M&A legal market has sharply rebounded in Q1 2026, with elite firms leading high-value deals

Court ruling boosts leaseholders' rights significantly

David Tartellin and Mark Forman from MSB Solicitors secured a pivotal Court of Appeal ruling clarifying property law rights for leaseholders

Compensation for crime victims fails to keep pace

Victims of violent crimes receive significantly less financial support than in the past due to stagnant compensation levels

Corrs supports Whiteoak on Arcadia acquisition

Australia’s independent law firm Corrs Chambers Westgarth has advised Whiteoak Growth Fund II on acquiring Arcadia Consolidated Pty Ltd and its subsidiaries, aiming to accelerate growth alongside the existing management team

New members join Sentencing Council team

The Deputy Prime Minister has approved the appointment and reappointment of several key members to the Sentencing Council, ensuring diverse expertise is represented within the council while enhancing its focus on transparency and consistency in sentencing

Eversheds Sutherland expands pension team further

Eversheds Sutherland has appointed two new partners in its UK Pensions team, enhancing its growth strategy

Investment surge to elevate UK tech

The UK government will invest £4.5 million over three years to boost the LawtechUK programme

Strengthening enforcement against water pollution

The Environment Agency has significantly expanded its water enforcement workforce, improving oversight and accountability for water companies