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Tribute: Siân Jones, partner and head of family law, BDB Pitmans
Family lawyer known for work in high profile major inquests has died at 53.
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Firms say coronavirus will be catalyst for business revamp
But survey of law firms also shows reliance on the temporary furlough scheme to keep paying staff.
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GCs urged to require firms to invest in black lawyers
Open letter by Black Solicitors Network sets out actions to tackle 'pervasive racial disparities and inequalities'.
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Anger as solicitors told over the weekend to attend court in person
Judicial Office statement said crisis levels had changed since remote participation was encouraged in April.
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Allen & Overy cuts NQ pay
Solicitors qualifying in September 2020 will now receive a minimum of £90,000 a year.
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All the court’s a stage
Lawyers come up with suggestions for alternative venues that could stand in as makeshift courts.
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Solicitor vexed by village venom
Prosecution case that Harold Greenwood murdered his wife by poisoning was not a strong one.
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I would walk 10,000 steps
Anneliese completed the 10,000 Steps for Justice challenge on her 95th birthday.
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News focus: Bakers tribunal - Testing the boundaries
While the protracted disciplinary case involving Baker McKenzie underlined the SRA’s commitment to prosecute alleged sexual misconduct, questions remain about sanctions
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Caution over office reopenings
Law Society advises firms reopening offices to revisit health and safety policies.
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Pandemic having ‘disproportionate impact’ on protected groups
Legal diversity network insists firms must ensure women, ethnic minorities, LGBT+ staff and disabled communities are not unfairly affected by job losses and pay cuts.
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SRA assesses claims of sexual misconduct in 117 cases
Investigations follow surge in reporting over past six months.
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Junior lawyers demand higher pay for criminal defence work
Government’s criminal legal aid review does not go far enough, says division.
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BSB defends online exams after students raise discrimination concerns
Computer-based exams will discriminate against women, carers and disabled candidates, students claim.
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Lockdown legal challenge raises £182k and heads to High Court
Businessman challenges whether lockdown has been lawful and whether tests for lifting it are too narrow.
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Women advocates enjoy wardrobe revamp
Barrister’s venture claims to be first outfitter dedicated to 'ladies courtwear'.
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Dispute resolution giants create pandemic service to ease court burden
The Pandemic Business Dispute Resolution Service will allow small businesses to resolve disputes online avoiding the cost of litigation.
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CPS lawyer reportedly investigated over far-right Facebook posts
Newspaper also claims matter has been referred to the Solicitors Regulation Authority.
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Virtual hearings with physical jury hubs hailed a success
Academics evaluating mock trial say there were fewer technical problems and jurors were more engaged.
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Video appointments for whiplash claims still allowed for now
Ban on remote examinations to remain suspended until further notice.