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Firms wondering whether to dip their toes into the world of generative AI will first need to prepare themselves: Alex Smith sets out key considerations to bear in mind before leaping in

The solicitors’ regulator has revealed it opened 49 cases concerning strategic litigation against public participation (SLAPPs) last year.

The rise of legal consultants has been a game-changer for lawyers who want to work independently, manage their own caseload, and reduce the burdens of self-employment. In this week’s NLJ, Adrian Jaggard, CEO at AllC Group & Taylor Rose MW, looks ahead to the expansion of this model of working—research suggests one third of lawyers will work this way by 2026—and offers advice on how to prepare now for the changes to come.

The consultancy model is shaking up the traditional practice of law: Adrian Jaggard advises on how best to prepare now for the changes to come

Could advances in lawtech provide a much-needed silver bullet for the UK’s ailing criminal justice system? Dr Charanjit Singh weighs up the opportunities & challenges

The Law Society of England and Wales has published an article written by the Commercial product director at Dye & Durham, Tim Champney, on how solicitors can transition into the era of climate risk advice in conveyancing transactions.

Law firms are a prime target for cybercriminals, but the rapidly developing world of cryptocurrency is a prime opportunity for lawyers. This week’s NLJ serves up a double helping of articles on the sharp edge of tech development.

UK lawyers have been blocked from advising Russian companies in trade deals between global corporations, international money lending transactions and other business deals.

The Ministry of Justice (MoJ) has pledged an extra £10.4m for free legal advice charities helping people with housing, family, welfare and debt issues.

Dishonesty is certainly in the headlines this week, but politics aside, what happens when solicitors are dishonest? In this week’s NLJ, Jessica Clay and Lucinda Soon examine the ‘exceptional circumstances’ which can save a dishonest solicitor from being struck off.

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NLJ career profile: Liz McGrath KC

A good book, a glass of chilled Albarino, and being creative for pleasure help Liz McGrath balance the rigours of complex bundles and being Head of Chambers

Burges Salmon—Matthew Hancock-Jones

Firm welcomes director in its financial services financial regulatory team

Gateley Legal—Sam Meiklejohn

Partner appointment in firm’s equity capital markets team

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Walk the Thames to provide a legal support lifeline

Walkers and runners will take in some of London’s finest views at the 16th annual charity event

New partnership to help those navigating court alone

Law school partners with charity to give free assistance to litigants in need

NLJ this week: Government for a crypto-fuelled, UK fintech-leading future?

Could the Labour government usher in a new era for digital assets, ask Keith Oliver, head of international, and Amalia Neenan FitzGerald, associate, Peters & Peters, in this week’s NLJ

NLJ this week: Costs, experts, judgecraft

An extra bit is being added to case citations to show the pecking order of the judges concerned. Former district judge Stephen Gold has the details, in his ‘Civil way’ column in this week’s NLJ

NLJ this week: Will the Labour government reform ADR?

The Labour government’s position on alternative dispute resolution (ADR) is not yet clear

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Legal services

MOVERS & SHAKERS

NLJ career profile: Liz McGrath KC

Burges Salmon—Matthew Hancock-Jones

Gateley Legal—Sam Meiklejohn