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New property forms

The new forms can be used from January 2022

Conveyancing assistant disqualified by SRA for misleading other side

The SRA found her actions dishonest and in breach of the SRA Principles 

SRA proposes to increase maximum fines from £2,000 to £25,000 or 5 per cent of annual turnover

A consultation on the proposed reforms will consider 'a more robust approach' to serious misconduct

Civil case reminders

The LAA has started to send reminders regarding the evidence submission window

Survey finds almost half of all legal professionals are seeking new roles  

'Poor communication' was cited as firms' biggest failing during the pandemic

Flexibility lawyers' top priority

Flexible working is now a prerequisite for most

'Urgent action' needed: civil and criminal legal aid markets 'on the brink of collapse'

The government has published its response to the Justice Committee's report on the future of legal aid

A&O announces London HQ move to sustainable office

The move will affect 1,800 London-based staff