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Rothwell and Evans Limited faces fine

Rothwell and Evans Limited has reached a regulatory settlement agreement after failing to comply with anti-money laundering regulations

Why lawyers must finally embrace sales

Many lawyers resist selling, yet the modern profession demands persuasive, client-building skills as essential to career success

DMH Stallard rewards staff with bonuses

In recognition of a strong financial year, DMH Stallard is distributing a discretionary £2,000 bonus to all employees and partners

Legal industry revenues reach record high

UK legal industry revenues experienced an 8% growth in October 2025, marking a significant milestone

Employers must act against harassment

As Christmas party season approaches, employers need to prevent sexual harassment to ensure safety and compliance

Market Street Law faces hefty fine

Market Street Law Limited has agreed to an £11,271 penalty following regulatory compliance failures in anti-money laundering procedures

SJ Interview: Christine Braamskamp

For the December 2025 volume, Christine Braamskamp speaks to Solicitors Journal

How digital reform could rescue the county courts

Backlogs and inaccessibility plague county courts; careful digital innovation could finally bring justice within reach

Curtis Legal appoints new probate head

Curtis Legal has announced the appointment of Rhian Rees as the new Head of Probate, bringing her extensive experience to the role

Fieldfisher and Young Citizens launch initiative

Fieldfisher partners with Young Citizens to launch a free programme that promotes understanding of democracy and citizenship resources for students