Monday 28th July 2014
Posted By: James
A survey undertaken by the Bar Council and the Bar Standards Board shows there are more Oxbridge-educated barristers than ever before with 45% of young barristers qualified in the past three years going to Oxbridge, up from 35% two years ago.
Read MoreFriday 25th July 2014
Posted By: James
The Solicitors Regulation Authority has been forced to delete from its website references to professional guidance on drawing up Sharia-compliant wills after receiving complaints that it was effectively enshrining Islamic law in the legal system.
Read MoreFriday 25th July 2014
Posted By: James
Figures from the ONS show that men are now being paid in excess of 13% more than women across London, demonstrating a widening of the gender wage gap.
Read MoreThursday 24th July 2014
Posted By: James
Sharon Shoesmith, the former head of children’s services at Haringey Council, has been awarded £679,452 following her unfair dismissal claim.
Read MoreWednesday 23rd July 2014
Posted By: James
The Independent publishes a guide for students who want to pursue a career as a barrister. They are advised that although it offers a rewarding career, the profession is “not for the faint hearted.”
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