Legal sector continues to grow despite rising costs – The Law Society
Law firms saw steady growth in 2024, according to the Law Society’s new Financial Benchmarking Survey. The research shows that the legal sector remains resilient even in uncertain times, providing stability and contributing to the UK economy and overall prosperity. Law firms’ average earnings grew by 6.1% last year. While earnings are still growing, the […]
10 point guide to prenuptial agreements
For those who have current or future wealth to protect or who are marrying for the second or third time perhaps, arranging a prenuptial agreement could be an essential part of the “wedmin” leading up to the big day. In this short guide, we outline 10 questions we often get asked to help dispel some […]
Paul Philip and Alan Kershaw announce departures from key legal regulatory roles
Paul Philip, chief executive of the Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA), will retire towards the end of 2025 after nearly 12 years in the role, the regulator announced. His departure follows that of Alan Kershaw, chair of the Legal Services Board (LSB), who is stepping down immediately after less than two years in post, citing personal […]