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The well-established, and former Lincoln’s Inn set, Hardwicke Chambers will now be referred to as Gatehouse Chambers after the name change became official on 19 July 2021. 

Leading law firms including Allen & Overy, Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer, HFW and Simmons & Simmons have signed up to the Greener Litigation Pledge, a commitment launched by Mishcon de Reya. 

Summer is finally here! After a year of pandemic-induced lockdowns, it’s time to let your hair down and catch some rays! Here is a variety of business news stories that you might have missed while basking in the glorious sun. Whether on vacation or staycation, try to keep abreast of significant commercial issues affecting the business and legal worlds.

Candidates undergoing qualifying work experience (QWE) must be paid the same as those completing a training contract, the Law Society has recommended.

The popularity of podcasts has soared in recent years with more than 24% of adults in the UK claiming that they listen to podcasts every week. Aspiring lawyers can use podcasts to engage with information through a different medium, which offers a new way to learn about issues within and outside of the legal profession, while also supporting their commercial awareness.