The UK government has launched a consultation on the proposed increase to criminal legal aid fees. We urge all solicitors undertaking work in any of the the following settings to take part: police ...

In May 2025, the Legal Aid Agency (LAA) confirmed it had been the target of a cyber-attack that resulted in a major data breach. The incident forced the LAA to take its digital services offline and ...

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We are deeply saddened by the passing of Robert Bourns, who served as the president of the Law Society from 2016 to 2017.

Key steps must be taken to get the justice system back online following a cyber-attack on the Legal Aid Agency.

Your weekly update on all the latest developments and debates in Parliament and across Whitehall. This week: lord chancellor ...

New figures* published today by the Ministry of Justice show a record Crown Court backlog of more than 76,957 cases. There are also 310,304 outstanding cases in the magistrates’ court.

Climate change affects your clients, your practice and your professional duties as a solicitor. Use our guidance and resources to understand the wide-ranging effects of climate change, as well as its ...

The Law Society is the independent professional body for solicitors. Our vision is to promote, protect and support solicitors, the rule of law and justice in England and Wales. Maximise your ...

Professional ethics has evolved into an increasingly complex and, at times, contested landscape. As your professional body, we have a role in supporting members to navigate this changing landscape. We ...

This practice note covers what information you need to provide to your client, whether that is in your client letter, at an initial interview, or in whatever context you are providing legal services.