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“I came across patent law in a module as part of my degree on commercialising science and realised that this might be a way to use my knowledge and interest in science and marry that up with my other skills.”

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From trainee to partner, Ian Masser discusses his 18-year journey at Beale & Co, the importance of career progression and trainee retention, as well as his area of expertise.

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Tim Baines, Mayer Brown International LLP

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UK holidaymakers are facing steep price hikes for summer getaways, while Royal Mail is cutting Saturday second-class deliveries as part of a major overhaul. Meanwhile, Britain’s pubs are closing at a rate of one per day amid mounting financial pressures and biodiesel distributor Greenergy is shutting down one of Britian’s biggest plants. Read on for the full scoop of this week’s top commercial news stories!

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Concern over reliance on generative AI has escalated after fake case-law citations were used in an Intellectual Property Office appeal ruling. The litigant in person (LiP) admitted to using ChatGPT to help draft his case, with Phillip Johnson (the appointed person overseeing the appeal) highlighting various mistakes with the LiP’s argument.

A&O Shearman reveals latest trainee retention rate

Leading law firm A&O Shearman has retained 69% of its summer trainee cohort, with 37 out of the 54 trainees having accepted permanent positions.

Law Society responds to court reform plans with call for greater support

An independent review of the criminal courts has highlighted that the “entire system needs funding”, according to The Law Society of England and Wales President Richard Atkinson.

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In this article, we'll explore the challenges stemming from the lack of transparency in the art market – and how recent anti-money laundering (AML) legislation aims to change this.

So, you’ve gone for it, a UK Master’s in law (LLM) and you’re ready to hit the ground running. However, let’s be honest here, you didn’t shell out for this degree just to read textbooks and cram exams. You want the full experience, the kind that sets you apart. In order to make that happen, you’ll need more than just lectures and essays. Let’s go through how to maximise your experiences at law school, with a focus on valuable opportunities that’ll help you in the long term.

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