Pass rates on the Legal Practice Course (LPC) have dropped from 57% to just 42% in the year ending 31 August 2024, according to new data from the Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA). The regulator also reported that a record-high number of students (46%) failed or deferred due to exceptional circumstances.
Large firms, including Clifford Chance, Hill Dickinson LLP and Addleshaw Goddard have all recently revealed plans to move offices.
The National Paralegal Awards, hosted by CILEX, took place last week (Thursday 5 September) in Birmingham and recognised 12 individuals and three businesses, celebrating the epitome of paralegal talent. This year marked the event’s sixth anniversary.