CLC reiterate position on Davies disqualification
The Council for Licensed Conveyancers (CLC) has moved to reiterate their position on the disqualification of Lloyd Davies after he published an apology in Today’s Conveyancer this week. Accusing the CLC of ‘incompetent and draconian actions’ he added the trial had taken two years to complete and had agreed to surrender his practicing license in […]
Private equity firms have invested over £1.18bn into UK law firms since 2019
Since 2019, private equity firms have invested over £1.18 billion into UK law firms, with a record £534 million injected in 2024 alone, according to research by Acquira Professional Services. Traditionally resistant to external ownership, many firms are now reconsidering their stance, enticed by the potential for growth, digital transformation, and strategic expansion. The research […]
‘Momentous’ amends to Employment Rights Bill sees recognition for expectant parents who suffer miscarriage
A prominent family lawyer has won her fight to recognise the rights of expectant parents who suffer a miscarriage before 24 weeks of pregnancy following the inclusion of bereavement leave in an amendment to the Employment Rights Bill. Keeley Lengthorn, partner at RWK Goodman, began her efforts to see expectant parents who suffer miscarriage before […]
Leasehold specialist sees 200% increase in enquiries
A law firm specialising in leasehold has reported a 200% increase in the volume of enquiries in the wake of reforms to leasehold tenure. London-based Osbornes Law say they have seen the sizeable increase in enquiries around lease extensions compared to the same time last year. The firm puts the uptick in demand down to […]
Fundraising efforts raise £15,000 for Essex charity
An Essex law firm has beaten its own target of £10,000 to raise £15,000 for a charity dedicated to supporting disabled individuals in achieving greater independence and equality. Throughout 2024, the team at PCS Legal participated in a variety of fundraising challenges, including climbing Snowdon, swimming the Serpentine, running marathons, cycling events, and hosting golf […]
