The Latest Breaking News from the Law Society

Threat of further disruption in crisis-stricken justice system as patience with new government wears thin

At some point in your life, you are likely to need legal advice. A survey carried out in 2023 by the Law Society, the Legal Services Board and YouGov found that two-thirds of respondents had experienced a legal issue in the past four years. The most common problems were employment,…

Legal professionals and victims groups will gather to discuss the new legislation in Belfast.

Buyers are responsible for their new property as soon as contracts are exchanged, as one couple learned the hard way

Bar Council chair says Conservatives ‘crossed line’ with dossier that led to threats against immigration solicitor

Dominic Grieve and Edward Garnier denounce ‘lefty lawyer’ rhetoric as dossier target fears abuse will turn physical

Letter: No one should be put at risk for doing their job, least of all those who uphold the legal system, says the Law Society’s Lubna Shuja

Justice Secretary Alex Chalk said it was right to root out a ‘tiny minority’ of lawyers damaging the reputation of others.

Lee Anderson’s comments have been defended by a cabinet minister and a No 10 spokesman