Can hair testing show drug and alcohol use over time?
Courts will often ask for information showing a client’s pattern of drug or alcohol consumption and an indication of whether this has increased or decreased over a given period. We are often asked whether hair testing can show changes in drug or alcohol use over time. The short answer is yes, it can. The slightly […]
Legal Services Board appoints new policy and regulation director
The Legal Services Board (LSB) has appointed Richard Orpin as its new Director, Regulation & Policy. He will lead the LSB’s policy, research and regulatory teams from June 2023. Richard joins from Ofcom, where he led the communications regulator’s engagement with Government and Parliament on all broadcasting and media matters. Commenting on the appointment, Matthew […]
Career development top tips for junior lawyers in family teams
It can be a daunting journey when you first start your career as a family lawyer. Even when you qualify, you are beginning another new journey. You don’t instantly become a successful family lawyer overnight. At nearly five years qualified I’m still very much on my journey, but here are some tips that I feel […]
