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In law, stress and poor mental health are driving burnout and high turnover, affecting performance and client service. But firms that invest in wellbeing grow faster, retain talent, and build...
https://www.bristollawsociety.com/news/looking-after-peoples-wellbeing-at-work-isnt-just-the-right-thing-to-do-it-makes-business-sense/
Do you know an individual, team or organisation that deserves an award? If so, we would like to hear from you! Nominations close: 11.45pm on Thursday 18 September 2025. HOW...
https://www.bristollawsociety.com/bristol-legal-awards/categories/
Without the support of the organisations listed below, many of whom have supported this event for years, our flagship event would not exist. Please take a few minutes to check...
https://www.bristollawsociety.com/bristol-legal-awards/sponsors/
Our thanks to our Judging Panel, a panel of independent, successful and well respected individuals from the business, legal and academic community.
https://www.bristollawsociety.com/bristol-legal-awards/judges/
Dear Friends and Colleagues It is my great pleasure to invite you all to the Bristol Legal Awards 2025 and what is considered to be THE legal event of the...
https://www.bristollawsociety.com/bristol-legal-awards/welcome/
Today, 12 children and young people will hear the devastating news that they have cancer. When a child or young person is diagnosed with cancer we know this doesn’t just...
https://www.bristollawsociety.com/bristol-legal-awards/chosen-charity/
JM Finn is a multi-award-winning wealth management firm. With an emphasis on discretionary investing, it also offers a comprehensive wealth planning service. Established in 1946 following the end of...
https://www.bristollawsociety.com/supporters/j-m-finn/
JM Finn’s Bristol office is delighted to announce a recent partnership with The Bristol Law Society. JM Finn is an active participant in the Bristol wealth management space. With just under...
https://www.bristollawsociety.com/news/jm-finn-partners-with-bristol-law-society/
The consultation sets out proposals and their associated next steps for changes to the criminal legal aid solicitor fee schemes. This covers work carried out by legal aid providers at police...
https://www.bristollawsociety.com/news/criminal-legal-aid-proposals-for-solicitor-fee-scheme-reform/
Wessex Searches is launching a new online ordering platform that will provide an improved services for its clients. The new system, which will offer improved customer service and ease of...
https://www.bristollawsociety.com/news/wessex-searches-new-platform-launch/
Dana Denis-Smith OBE Dana Denis-Smith OBE is the CEO of Obelisk Support and the founder of the First 100 Years campaign. A TEDx speaker, she is regularly invited to speak...
https://www.bristollawsociety.com/bristol-legal-awards/host/
Purpose: The BLS Scholarship is aimed at helping people from disadvantaged backgrounds living in Bristol and the surrounding area to pursue a career in law. The predominant objective is to...
https://www.bristollawsociety.com/careers/bristol-legal-sqe-scholarship-the-bls-scholarship/
On a very hot Thursday night last week, 7 of the regions legal bands came together for the BLS annual battle of the bands, now in its third year! Held...
https://www.bristollawsociety.com/news/manic-freeth-preachers-win-battle-of-the-bristol-legal-bands-2025/
Download the PDF here: BLS Legal Life Spotlight on Guildhall
https://www.bristollawsociety.com/news/spotlight-on-guildhall-chambers/
Roger Isaacs, Forensic Partner, has been named a finalist for Practice Leader of the Year at this year’s Accounting Excellence Awards. Roger was nominated for his technical expertise in forensic...
https://www.bristollawsociety.com/news/forensic-accountant-helping-victims-of-post-office-scandal-shortlisted-for-national-award/
Those of you who attended last year’s Annual Awards Dinner will recall the inspiring Jemima and her assistance dog, Albert, who has allowed her to pursue a career in law. ...
https://www.bristollawsociety.com/news/meet-gerty-dogs-for-good-puppy/
It is with great sadness that we learned of the passing of Robert Bourns, BLS President from 2005 – 2006 and winner of our President’s Outstanding Achievement Award in 2016....
https://www.bristollawsociety.com/news/robert-bourns/
Purpose: The BLS Scholarship is aimed at helping people from disadvantaged backgrounds living in Bristol and the surrounding area to pursue a career in law. The predominant objective is to...
https://www.bristollawsociety.com/news/bristol-legal-sqe-scholarship-the-bls-scholarship-is-now-open/
The Solicitors’ Charity’s Big Report 2024 reveals threefold rise in demand for support as solicitors face growing pressures A growing number of solicitors across England and Wales are reaching breaking...
https://www.bristollawsociety.com/news/the-solicitors-charitys-big-report-2024-reveals-threefold-rise-in-demand-for-support-as-solicitors-face-growing-pressures/
Thrings lawyers have been recognised twice at this year’s South West Insider Dealmakers Awards as the firm picked up awards for its work on a pair of deals. The firm’s...
https://www.bristollawsociety.com/news/lightning-strikes-twice-for-thrings-at-south-west-dealmakers-awards/
The Ministry of Justice has published the annual ‘Diversity of the judiciary: 2025 statistics’. The report finds that since 2015, the number of judges from different ethnic minority backgrounds has...
https://www.bristollawsociety.com/news/progress-on-judicial-diversity-is-too-slow/
Owen Yates, is a PhD candidate at Birmingham City University currently conducting research into the legal profession, with a focus on the intersection of law and science in criminal practice...
https://www.bristollawsociety.com/news/calling-solicitors-and-barristers-practising-in-criminal-law-participate-in-a-study-exploring-science-literacy-in-legal-practice/
In this article, Dr Giles Proctor, CEO of The College of Legal Practice reflects on the changes in Level 7 apprenticeship funding and options available to firms to support their...
https://www.bristollawsociety.com/news/uncertainty-for-the-graduate-solicitor-apprenticeship/
The Judicial Appointments Commission is currently accepting applications for the role of Fee-Paid Judge of the First-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber). Applications will close on 23 July 2025. Vacancy Details: https://apply.judicialappointments.digital/vacancy/kbgydf9eQoj3Ppj8ewNa/...
https://www.bristollawsociety.com/news/applications-for-the-role-of-fee-paid-judge-of-the-first-tier-tribunal-property-chamber/
The Crime Research Centre at the University of Sussex are interested in legally trained perspectives on sentencing. They are asking legally trained people to participate in a short (20-minute) online survey on mental disorder...
https://www.bristollawsociety.com/news/contribute-to-sentencing-research/
LawCare and the University of Leeds have created a reverse mentoring toolkit to help law firms and legal organisations become more inclusive, supportive, and fairer places to work. What is reverse mentoring?...
https://www.bristollawsociety.com/news/lawcare-launch-reverse-mentoring-toolkit/
The SRA is consulting on proposed changes to its rules regarding first-tier complaints handling, and asking for input on their guidance to help the firms and individuals they regulate to meet...
https://www.bristollawsociety.com/news/sra-consultation-on-first-tier-complaints-rules/
In 2025, the Law Society is offering a series of free virtual workshops aimed at Black, Asian and ethnic minority solicitors with at least seven years’ PQE who are considering...
https://www.bristollawsociety.com/news/the-law-society-judicial-pathway-workshops-for-black-asian-and-ethnic-minority-solicitors/
The Law Society is calling on government to invest in and save legal aid. We’re looking for real life stories to help deepen people’s understanding of the importance of investing...
https://www.bristollawsociety.com/news/the-law-society-save-our-legal-aid-share-your-story-campaign/
In May 2025, the LAA confirmed it had been the target of a cyber-attack that resulted in a major data breach. The incident forced the LAA to take its digital...
https://www.bristollawsociety.com/news/legal-aid-agency/
We are thrilled to share that Bristol-based Managing Partner Beverley Watkins, at Watkins Solicitors, has been named the winner of the 2025 Legal Aid Lawyer of the Year (LALY) Award...
https://www.bristollawsociety.com/news/watkins-solicitors-managing-partner-wins-prestigious-legal-aid-lawyer-of-the-year-award-for-family-legal-aid-including-childrens-rights/
Law firm Thrings has advanced its position in this year’s Chambers and Partners High Net Worth Guide following outstanding feedback from clients. In the 2025 guide, unveiled today, every one...
https://www.bristollawsociety.com/news/thrings-doubles-presence-in-chambers-high-net-worth-rankings/
New design, trusted expert analysis In collaboration with the UK’s leading law firms, three of Argyll’s environmental SiteSolutions and FloodSolutions reports have been redesigned to improve usability and provide clearer...
https://www.bristollawsociety.com/news/argyll-environmental-sitesolutions-reports/
As part of our continued drive to be at the forefront of the property market, we’ve redesigned our Argyll SiteSolutions reports. These reports continue to provide expert insight and bespoke...
https://www.bristollawsociety.com/news/unlocking-insights-with-the-remastered-argyll-reports/
Everything you need to run a law firm LEAP is more than just a legal practice management solution – it’s a trusted partner in your firm’s growth, financial efficiency, and...
https://www.bristollawsociety.com/news/thinking-about-switching-legal-software/
by David Ricketts, Head of Business Development, Quiss Technology Download the full 20 page PDF here: UK-legal-tech-IT-problems.pdf
https://www.bristollawsociety.com/news/article-addressing-urgent-challenges-strategic-imperatives-for-uk-legal-companies-in-the-it-technology-sector/
by David Ricketts, Business Development Manager, Quiss Technology Download the full page PDF here: Maximising-client-acquisition.pdf
https://www.bristollawsociety.com/news/article-maximising-client-acquisition-addressing-missed-opportunities-and-untimely-responses-in-uk-law-firms/
We’re pleased to offer access to a valuable, complimentary webinar series designed specifically for leaders in law firms who want to strengthen their business planning and strategic focus. As many...
https://www.bristollawsociety.com/news/practical-law-firm-business-planning-insights-four-free-webinars-designed-for-law-firm-leaders/
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