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July 31, 2025 Starting a career has never been easy but for today’s graduates, it’s becoming even more complex. With economic uncertainty, shifting hiring preferences and the rise of Generative...

In our January report, we highlighted a more optimistic outlook for firms renewing their professional indemnity insurance (PII). Our latest report delivers further positive news with the 1 April 2025...

The Ministry of Justice is now welcoming nominations for the 2025/26 Honorary King’s Counsel awards. These awards recognise individuals who have made a significant and lasting contribution to the law...

By HH Nicholas Marston The 17th July marked the 50th anniversary of my being called to the Bar. I had been in hospital for a few weeks prior to this...

The Law Society are conducting a survey to gather insights from solicitors on the types of threats they or their firms have faced, how they responded, and what support –...

On the back of the launch of our BLS SQE Scholarship earlier this year in conjunction with The College of Legal Practice (who will fund an SQE1 or SQE2 course...

In this edition Guiding firms through the maze of technology adoption How an accelerator programme helped law firms take digital innovation to the next level In the news Small firms...

While the majority of small firms and sole practitioners agree that technology will help the sector provide better value to consumers (82%), only 4% feel there are no barriers to...

There is a growing recognition of the opportunities to streamline various aspects of barristers’ workflows. Research from the Bar Standards Board (BSB) found: ‘tasks like time and billing, client onboarding,...

The Bristol Climate & Nature Partnership has published a transport guide for disabled people. ‘Getting around Bristol: A guide for Disabled people’ has been developed by our Inclusive Transport Advocate...

Targeted Outreach and Research https://judicialappointments.gov.uk/targeted-outreach-and-research-team/ Judicial applications: support pathways for candidates https://www.judiciary.uk/about-the-judiciary/judges-career-paths/judicial-applications-support-pathways-for-candidates/ Pre-Application Judicial Education Programme (PAJE) https://www.judiciary.uk/about-the-judiciary/diversity/pre-application-judicial-education-programme-paje/ Judicial Work Shadowing Scheme https://www.judiciary.uk/about-the-judiciary/judges-career-paths/information-about-shadowing-a-judge/ Who can apply for JWSS (Judicial Work...

Notice from Knights, Bristol 13 August 2025 We are deeply shocked and saddened at the sudden and unexpected death of our colleague, Edward Langford. Edward devoted his whole career to...

11 May 1956 – 23 June 2025 A moving obituary by Lubna Shuja, former President of The Law Society for Robert Bourns can be read here:  Obituary: Robert Bourns |...

“Gerty has settled in really well. She lives with myself, my husband, and our three year old Golden Retriever, Chester. She has already stolen our hearts and is slowly winning...

We’re pleased to share that we’ve launched our latest report – Working Well – which explores how wellbeing is shaping employee attraction, engagement, retention, and performance across the UK.  Drawing on insights...

For employers, hiring has become more complex, as they’re balancing skills shortages, evolving tech and shifting candidate expectations. For professionals, career paths are transforming, with salary benchmarks, flexible working and...

Mistakes are a normal part of life. But in the legal sector, where accuracy and high standards are expected, the fear of making a mistake can feel overwhelming. At LawCare,...

Law firm Thrings has stepped up its continued growth of its real estate offering with the arrival of two new partners into its commercial property team. Jess McHugh and Mary...

Marlin Communications is a UK-based, single-source provider of business communications technology solutions that help mid-market law firms improve customer experiences and optimise how staff collaborate internally. We design, deliver and...

Thrings Associate Zhenja Cann has been named the winner of the prestigious “Rising Star” Award at the Resolution Awards 2025. A standout member of the firm’s Family team and Co-Chair...

Introduction The Chancery Lane Project (TCLP), launched in 2019, develops climate-conscious legal drafting. Its clauses are now widely adopted, helping to reduce emissions and embed environmental responsibility into legal practice. Among the...

Introduction Following the publication of the Law Society’s Climate Change and Property Practice Note in May 2025, The Chancery Lane Project (TCLP) updated its existing Marni’s Clause to reflect the terminology and...

A recent Court of Appeal decision has sent a clear message to company directors, that honesty is at the core of their fiduciary duties under the Companies Act 2006 and...

Act now and lead the way to a sustainable future LawCare’s new Life in the Law 2025 report highlights the opportunity to build a legal sector that values its people...

Law firm Thrings has stepped up its continued growth of its real estate offering with the arrival of two new partners into its commercial property team. Jess McHugh and Mary...

BLS are delighted to have been secured an award from the SRA Access and Reinvestment Fund on the back of our successful BLS Scholarship for SQE preparation courses with the...

Richard joins our set with a focus on strengthening our standing as the pre-eminent chambers in the South West. Having begun his career in law as a practising litigation solicitor,...

Published 02 October 2025 Written by Michael Blüthner Speight Read time: 5 minutes Introduction On 16 September 2025, Mr Justice Sheldon handed down a judgment that has sent shockwaves through...

The Bar Council has welcomed the Court of Appeal judgment in the case of XGY v Chief Constable of Sussex Police & Crown Prosecution Service (CPS) which restates the principle of core...

Bristol Law Society (BLS) and Landmark Information have joined forces to help law firms of all sizes begin their journey toward net zero. As the first of the “Joint V”...

Members will no doubt be aware of the recent case of Mazur v Charles Russell Speechlys (Mazur) which is creating a lot of uncertainty over its impact on the way...

By Trish McLellan and Niamh Warnock The legal sector has the opportunity to change for the better. Life in the Law 2025, LawCare’s latest research, shows that if we act...

Congratulations to everyone who was nominated this year, the standard as ever was incredibly high and it is both humbling and inspiring for the Judging Panel to read about all...

British lawtechs raised £116.6 million in the first 6 months of 2025 Lawtech innovation puts justice within reach by removing barriers of cost, complexity and time LawtechUK cements the UK’s...

The Bars, Faculty and Law Societies in the UK have come together and accused politicians of “irresponsible and dangerous” language that is putting lawyers at risk. The joint statement in...

When purchasing a residential property, especially a high-value or complex one, environmental risks are often overlooked until it’s too late. Industry analysis shows that skipping thorough environmental due diligence can...

Introduction As part of the continued roll out of new and remastered reports, our attention has turned to our agricultural offering, the SiteSolutions Farm report. You might wonder why it’s...

Ready to transform your risk assessment process? We’d love to hear from you! Law firms must complete risk assessments that meet high standards of statutory and regulatory obligations. Risk policy...