Irwin Mitchell has again demonstrated its ambition to become an Alternative Business Structure, moving its application forward with the appointment of former PricewaterhouseCoopers vice-chairman Glyn Barker.

The Law Society has called on Prime Minister Theresa May to utilise the experience and expertise of the United Kingdom’s lawyers, and the legal sector more broadly, in the process of EU withdrawal. 

What effect will the decision in FAPL v QC Leisure have on how rights owners license their products in the EU?

How effective are the efforts currently underway to prevent companies from avoiding paying corporation tax?

Cristina Gutierrez Flores, legal graduate and early talent senior advisor, at Winston Taylor, sets out how the firm runs a vacation scheme and its recruitment timelines, the sort of work involved in the firm’s programmes and how applicants can show themselves off in the best light.

Does the idea of interesting and varied work, an excellent salary and a good work/life balance appeal? Becoming an in-house lawyer could be your perfect vocation. We spoke to those in the know including several qualified in-house lawyers about what it means to work at the very heart of your client.

Will the Jackson reforms reduce the cost of litigation as intended?

Short prison sentences are set to become far less common following the introduction of a major sentencing reform that came into force on Monday 23 March 2026.

Does the idea of interesting and varied work, an excellent salary and a good work/life balance appeal? Becoming an in-house lawyer could be your perfect vocation. We spoke to those in the know, including a trainee, several qualified lawyers and the head of an in-house legal department about what it means to work at the very heart of your client.

In its report on judicial appointments, the House of Lords Constitution Committee has found that a more diverse judiciary would increase public trust and confidence in the country's justice system.

Hear from Harry Samuels in this Meet the Lawyer barrister profile, as he discusses his career at the Bar, a recent interesting case and the collegiate culture at XXIV Old Buildings.

Allen & Overy LLP and Shearman & Sterling LLP have announced the first 40 partner promotions for A&O Shearman, with women making up 42% of promotions across both firms. 

Young professionals from generation Z (gen Z) are entering the legal sector, bringing fresh ideas and a new approach to work. With different career expectations, communication styles and values, they’re challenging the traditional way things have been done in law.

Why are so many high street retail chains in distress and will company voluntary arrangements (CVAs) and administration filings help them?

For many years mental health and the legal profession have been at loggerheads. Long hours, high-intensity workloads and covid-19 are among a seemingly endless list of factors that continue to contribute to the profession’s mental health crisis. And what about those vying to get through the door? The competition is, as ever, fierce and expectations high.

You don’t need a law degree to become a lawyer – in fact, the modern legal profession is full of non-law graduates. The skills and experiences you gain from studying and working in other fields are assets that can make you a stronger candidate.

Can WhatsApp be a contractual trap?  

What does the future hold for the British high street?

You don’t need a law degree to become a lawyer – in fact, the modern legal profession is full of non-law graduates. The skills and experiences you gain from studying and working in other fields are assets that can make you a stronger candidate.

The Solicitors Regulation Authority has announced the details of its 2013 diversity survey.