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The Ministry of Justice are holding a consultation on how you think the government can uphold and strengthen open justice in the modern age. Your evidence will be used to...
https://www.bristollawsociety.com/news/moj-consultation-on-open-justice-the-way-forward/
There is a great opportunity for a Business Lawyer to join a highly successful BNI business networking group based in Bristol. We have passed £1.4m of business between us in...
https://www.bristollawsociety.com/news/business-lawyer-wanted-to-join-successful-local-bni-networking-group/
It is with sadness that we advise that Richard Harris died peacefully at home on 10 August, aged 82. Mr Harris qualified in Bristol in 1965 after obtaining a Law Degree...
https://www.bristollawsociety.com/news/obituary-of-richard-twining-harris-past-president-2000-01/
Have you thought about how salaries are changing? What keeps you motivated at work? How do you see your workplace changing in the year ahead? We want answers to all...
https://www.bristollawsociety.com/news/hays-salary-survey-and-a-chance-to-win-500-retail-voucher/
This is a UK-wide programme and LawtechUK hope to welcome a diverse group of people to the programmes. Lawtech Fundamentals– module 1 is available, modules 2 – 5 will be...
https://www.bristollawsociety.com/news/lawtechuk-programmes/
Have you heard the good news? Howden has recently launched its new Professional Indemnity facility for solicitors underwritten by selected ‘A’ rated Lloyd’s of London insurers. Click here for more...
https://www.bristollawsociety.com/news/howden-quarterly-premium-matters/
Solicitors representing respondents at Employment Tribunals can now register with MyHMCTS if they have eligible cases in Bristol, Leeds, Nottingham and Glasgow offices. Further guidance on registering with MyHMCTS can...
https://www.bristollawsociety.com/news/employment-tribunals-notice/
CILEX – the professional body for more than 17,000 CILEX lawyers, paralegals and other legal professionals in England and Wales – has announced a review of its delegated regulatory arrangements,...
https://www.bristollawsociety.com/news/sra-regulation-of-cilex-members-consultation/
Become a Mentor for the award-winning Equity Programme and help students with their career journey. Equity is positive action programme at UWE Bristol aimed at strengthening the work being undertaken...
https://www.bristollawsociety.com/news/uwe-equity-internships-2024/
The Chartered Institute of Legal Executives (CILEX) is currently consulting on whether or not to switch regulation of its members to the SRA. Ahead of that decision, they are therefore...
https://www.bristollawsociety.com/news/sra-cilex-regulatory-consultation-and-webinar/
LawtechUK, the groundbreaking initiative aimed at spearheading the digital transformation of the legal sector in the United Kingdom, is excited to invite aspiring entrepreneurs and legal tech enthusiasts to...
https://www.bristollawsociety.com/news/quick-start-your-lawtech-journey-by-joining-progamme-from-lawtechuk/
UK headquartered lawtech, legaltech and legal innovation companies who have technology solutions for the legal services sector are invited to apply to join the Department for Business and Trade’s trade...
https://www.bristollawsociety.com/news/uk-legal-tech-trade-mission-to-new-york-monday-29-january-friday-2-february-2024/
Thrings ranked among best UK firms for training lawyers Thrings has again been ranked highly in this year’s Legal 500 Future Lawyers guide making it one of the best firms...
https://www.bristollawsociety.com/news/thrings-news/
Further to our earlier post with the Obituary of Richard Harris, we now advise that a public celebration of Mr Harris’ life will take place on Sunday 22 October at...
https://www.bristollawsociety.com/news/memorial-of-richard-harris-past-president-2000-01/
Inheritance Tax (IHT) is an essential aspect of estate planning and must be done correctly – with HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) collecting a significant £2.28 million in IHT penalties...
https://www.bristollawsociety.com/news/planning-for-inheritance-tax-challenges-as-penalties-surge-in-2022-23-tax-year/
Civil Legal aid review The Ministry of Justice has commissioned an independent online survey as part of its Review of Civil Legal Aid (RoCLA). Please encourage those within your membership...
https://www.bristollawsociety.com/news/civil-legal-aid-updates-from-the-law-society/
It is World Mental Health Day on 10 October 2023: an opportunity to raise awareness and campaign for change. This year we want to highlight the responsibilities of employers to...
https://www.bristollawsociety.com/risks-to-mental-health-in-the-workplace-what-are-they-and-how-to-manage-them/
by Elizabeth Rimmer, CEO LawCare It is World Mental Health Day on 10 October 2023: an opportunity to raise awareness and campaign for change. This year we want to highlight...
https://www.bristollawsociety.com/news/article-risks-to-mental-health-in-the-workplace-what-are-they-and-how-to-manage-them/
When considering the risks of commercial litigation, one of the main concerns many businesses have are in relation to the impact it will have on their balance sheet. Fortunately, certain...
https://www.bristollawsociety.com/news/article-the-impact-of-commercial-litigation-on-a-business-balance-sheet/
This World Mental Health Day, let’s protect mental health in legal workplaces There has been a 24% increase in the number of people contacting LawCare for support so far in...
https://www.bristollawsociety.com/news/24-increase-in-the-number-of-people-contacting-lawcare-for-support/
Annecto Legal and Bristol Law Society are delighted to announce they have renewed their relationship for the sixth year running. Through Bristol Law Society, Annecto Legal has various engagement opportunities...
https://www.bristollawsociety.com/news/annecto-legal-continue-sponsorship-with-bristol-law-society-2/
Congratulations to all those individuals, teams, firms, chambers and networks who were nominated this year – we had a 30% increase in nominations on last year and it is a...
https://www.bristollawsociety.com/news/bls-awards-dinner-2023-shortlist-announced/
Thanks to all those who came to support the Bristol Legal Walk and raise vital funds for legal advice services in the region. BLS President, Erin Sawyer welcomed all walkers...
https://www.bristollawsociety.com/news/bristol-legal-walk/
The UK Financial Intelligence Unit (UKFIU) has national responsibility for receiving, analysing and disseminating intelligence submitted through the Suspicious Activity Reports (SARs) regime, to share with law enforcement agencies at...
https://www.bristollawsociety.com/news/article-suspicious-activity-reports-sars/
Do people feel able to speak openly and honestly when it comes to diversity, equity and inclusion (DE&I)? Our latest research explores DE&I insights from over 5,000 trusted UK professionals,...
https://www.bristollawsociety.com/news/hays-diversity-equity-inclusion-report/
Let’s be honest, BD is not high on the list of reasons people decide to become lawyers and whilst some people appear to naturally excel at it, others struggle often...
https://www.bristollawsociety.com/news/bls-joins-forces-with-consortium-to-launch-bd-academy-to-train-the-next-generation-of-leaders/
Looking to grow your firm? There is a common misconception that to grow your business you must grow the number of people within it. However, true growth of any business...
https://www.bristollawsociety.com/news/legal-white-paper-improve-efficiency-and-your-profits/
The Women in Law Pledge asks organisations to commit to seeing gender balance at all levels across the legal profession, tackling the gender pay gap and other inequalities that still...
https://www.bristollawsociety.com/news/women-in-law-pledge/
The SRA are consulting on potential changes to its regulatory arrangements to include authorised members of CILEX, the Chartered Institute of Legal Executives. This follows a CILEX consultation launched in...
https://www.bristollawsociety.com/news/on-demand-webinar-consultation-on-regulation-of-cilex-members/
The launch comes as UCAS research finds 3 in 5 (59%) young people in Years 9 – 12 are now considering apprenticeships to kickstart future careers. The opportunity to ‘earn...
https://www.bristollawsociety.com/news/ucas-launches-new-apprenticeships-service-as-demand-hits-all-time-high/
Family Financial Remedy user group meeting Chaired by Her Honour Judge Cope- Lead Judge for Financial Remedy Local Family Justice Board meeting Chaired by Spencer Hird (CAFCASS). If anyone is...
https://www.bristollawsociety.com/news/bristol-court-user-groups/
The Bar Council has welcomed the Ministry of Justice announcement that fees for barristers in cases involving pre-recorded cross examination of vulnerable witnesses (known as section 28 cases) will be...
https://www.bristollawsociety.com/news/fee-increase-for-pre-recorded-cross-examination-welcome-but-further-review-needed-bar-council/
Most lawyers would say that they experience stress on a fairly regular basis. Our stress response is designed to be used in short bursts of up to 30-minutes, to escape...
https://www.bristollawsociety.com/news/burnout-by-lawcare/
NOTICE is hereby given that the 153rd Annual General Meeting of the Bristol Law Society (“the Society”) will be held on Tuesday 21st November 2023 at 5.45pm for registration with...
https://www.bristollawsociety.com/news/bristol-law-society-153rd-agm-21st-november/
Thrings wins at inaugural entrepreneur awards event in Bristol Thrings’ efforts to support fledgling businesses and start-ups across the South West has been recognised at the first-ever EntreConf Awards. The...
https://www.bristollawsociety.com/news/thrings-news-2/
Licensed insolvency practitioners (IPs) operate on behalf of companies encountering financial distress. They play a vital role in overseeing the liquidation and administration of businesses that can no longer meet...
https://www.bristollawsociety.com/news/meeting-insolvency-practitioners-obligations-to-creditors-using-litigation-funding/
In a world facing the ever-growing challenges of climate change, sustainability has become more than just a buzzword; it’s a global imperative. As we stand at the precipice of a...
https://www.bristollawsociety.com/news/charting-a-sustainable-future-landmarks-cpd-accredited-sustainability-training-services/
Be a part of the Bristol and Bath Legal Client Journey Project. By doing so you will: Learn how phone, online and live chat enquiries are handled by your team...
https://www.bristollawsociety.com/news/bls-launches-legal-client-journey-project-with-insight6/
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