New criminal court statistics for October to December 2025, published today, show rising backlogs in both the Crown Court and magistrates’ courts and growing delays.

We are urging the UK government to invest more in family justice as new figures show a rise in cases entering the family courts in England and Wales, at the end of 2025.

The Law Society of England and Wales has commissioned a new practice note to help solicitors navigate the growing body of distinct Welsh law and the differences between legislation in Wales and ...

The Legal Services Board’s statement of policy on upholding professional ethical duties sets new expectations for regulators to ensure ethical duties are fully embedded into legal education, training, ...

Sophie Jackson and Michael Kennedy reveal how curiosity, problem led thinking and realistic expectations are key to AI.

New analysis by the Law Society of England and Wales about the time it takes to process criminal cases in West Yorkshire shows that court delays hit record highs affecting communities across the ...

Everything you need to know about practising and requalifying in Vietnam. This guide also covers opening a new office and promoting your services.

New analysis by the Law Society of England and Wales about the time it takes to process criminal cases in Hull shows that court delays remain high affecting communities across the region.

We want to hear your views on how our share of the practising certificate (PC) fee should be used to deliver the resources, guidance and support solicitors need to thrive. Your insights will make sure ...

The Law Society of England and Wales launches a new practical guide to help solicitors make safer, more informed technology decisions warning that unsafe AI adoption may expose firms to risks.

Choosing the right technology can be hard. If you don’t get the process right, it can cause more issues than it solves. This guide will help you to decide whether buying new technology is the right ...

Our admissions ceremonies are open to all solicitors admitted to the roll in England and Wales. There is no time limit to attend. Book your ceremony once you are admitted and celebrate your success ...