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CILEX raises concerns over planned Legal Ombudsman fees

CILEX warns that tiered case fees could lead to firms making unmerited payments to clients to avoid costs

SRA releases review into handling of PM Law

The SRA's independent reviews highlight missed opportunities and ongoing reforms to enhance regulatory efficiency and consumer protection

LSB calls for stronger SRA action

The Legal Services Board is stepping up enforcement actions to improve SRA’s performance and protect consumers

Agentic AI governance: Ten reasons legacy controls are no longer sufficient

Agentic AI exposes the limits of governance frameworks designed for passive tools, requiring organisations to control and continuously evidence the authority delegated to autonomous systems

Mishcon de Reya achieves impressive trainee retention

Mishcon de Reya has achieved a trainee retention rate of 86% for 2026, with 19 of its 22 trainees securing roles within the firm.

Citibank faces hefty penalty for sanctions breaches

Citibank's London branch has been levied a £4.7 million penalty for failing to comply with Russian sanctions

SJ Interview: Thom Brooks

Thom Brooks discusses fairer citizenship policy, immigration and sentencing

Looking beyond the label

Winckworth Sherwood expands Manchester team significantly

Winckworth Sherwood has appointed Sean Houlihan as a partner, enhancing its Manchester office's expertise and services for clients in the region

Katten promotes 12 attorneys to partner

Katten has announced the promotion of 12 attorneys to join the partnership, effective September 1