It’s unfamiliar territory for law firms to navigate and particularly an issue for firms who have chosen to ‘frontload’ the SQE. Firms may ‘frontload’ the SQE exams – where sponsored candidates must ...

I’ve received an offer to join an accountancy firm that wishes to expand its business and provide non-reserved legal services to the public. Do I need to have professional indemnity insurance (PII)?

Am I entitled to see, or obtain a copy of, a complaint my client lodged with the Legal Ombudsman? Should I decline to deal with LeO if my request for a copy is declined? As a starting point, the Legal ...

The Law Society is the independent professional body for solicitors. Our vision is to promote, protect and support solicitors, the rule of law and justice in England and Wales. Maximise your ...

The Law Society is the independent professional body for solicitors. Our vision is to promote, protect and support solicitors, the rule of law and justice in England and Wales. Maximise your ...

My client was dissatisfied with the amount of my bill and applied to the court for a detailed assessment, which has now been determined. The client’s complained to the LeO. Could the LeO re-assess ...

The Law Society is the independent professional body for solicitors. Our vision is to promote, protect and support solicitors, the rule of law and justice in England and Wales. Maximise your ...

A recognised leader in delivering future legal technology, LEAP has provided cutting-edge cloud innovation to legal professionals for over 30 years, and with the use of AI increasingly commonplace, ...