The proposals laid out in the Finance Bill 2025-26 could put personal representatives – often family or friends of the deceased – at greater financial risk, the Law Society of England and Wales said ...

Take a look at eight news stories about artificial intelligence and technology from across the legal sector and beyond.

Hopefully I have explained that there isn’t a ‘typical’ judge and that the judiciary welcomes people from all backgrounds. I can definitely see the look of relief on people’s faces when they walk into ...

Rosemin Keshvani is a Law Society Council member; she helped develop our exhibition, On the front line for justice. She reflects on the work shown, how art tells the stories of lawyers who are ...

In 2020, Maksim Znak was arrested and jailed for 10 years, simply for doing his job. Ever since, his sister Iryna has been advocating for justice. Following the opening of our exhibition ‘On the ...

As threats against lawyers and the rule of law surge globally, the Law Society of England and Wales has opened its first ever exhibition on lawyers at risk.

This member talk discusses why AI is becoming essential for litigators. Whether you’re new to AI or looking to stay ahead, this session offers practical insights for the future of legal practice. This ...

Solicitors must follow the Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA) Code of Conduct. It’s a set of rules to make sure solicitors treat you fairly and professionally. You can complain if you are not ...

The Reading Room at our London office at 113 Chancery Lane provides a lovely setting for Law Society members to meet colleagues or clients. You’ll find the Reading Room on the ground floor of 113 ...

While the other required elements of the SQE can be completed in any order, candidates must complete the SQE1 assessments before they can sit the SQE2 assessments. SQE1 consists of two examinations of ...

To commemorate the Day of the Endangered Lawyer* on 24 January, a global coalition of organisations has published a new 2026 report spotlighting the United States.