A survey from the Law Society has found that junior lawyers do not see criminal defence as a long-term career. Only one in five of 139 people surveyed said they did see criminal defence as viable. Nearly all respondents were aged between 18 and 35. One...

The Solicitors Regulation Authority is set to increase financial penalties up to £25,000 on law firms and solicitors falling short of professional standards. Fixed penalties will be introduced for lower-level breaches, which will mean cases such as administrative failings can be dealt with more quickly. Last...

The Law Society is holding its biggest member consultation to date and wants those in the legal profession to help shape its direction for the next three years. The professional body aims to  champion, protect and support law interests as well as promote justice and...