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Record rise in legal action against powers of attorney

Court action against people acting with power of attorney on behalf of vulnerable people leapt by 55 per cent in the last year – a record high.

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Trailblazing for the future

The advantages of recruiting solicitor apprentices may be far greater than you think. Nicola Laver reports

Not just a confidence vote

Women are held to unrealistic and unobtainable goals in the workplace, hindering their career progression, says Dana Denis-Smith

LeO moots annual review of most complained about firms

The Legal Ombudsman (LeO) has floated plans to publish annual performance reviews of legal service providers which receive the largest number of complaints.

Government consults on extending legal aid for potential evictees

New proposals aimed at improving access to legal aid for anyone at risk of losing their home have been put forward by the government.

Diversity still lacking at senior levels

More than 40 per cent of male solicitors in private practice are partners, compared to less than 20 per cent of women and 20 per cent of BAME solicitors, latest figures reveal.

The cost of solicitors' bills

There are opportunities for costs lawyers in challenging solicitors' bills, but Claire Green says they are also the answer to the problem