Career development

Articles

5 May 2021

The law leaders who transformed working life

Jonathan Wheeler explains how the quality of lawyers' work and flexible working are closely intertwined, while Lynne Burdon learn that leaders must show by example   

4 May 2021

Back to the office and reality: how to support employees

The transition back into 'normal' working life may not be easy but there are things firms can do to help, says Elizabeth Rimmer

30 Apr 2021

Lessons from a penitent

It's hard to say sorry. We lawyers tend to find it harder than most to apologise – it's not naturally in our nature 

30 Apr 2021

Wright Hassall: a local legend

As Wright Hassall's managing partner, Sarah Perry has a clear vision – to be the biggest and best full-service law firm in the region. Rachel Rothwell reports on a historic firm with a modern approach

29 Apr 2021

It's your attitude: making flexible working succeed

Dana Denis-Smith considers how firms must adapt to meet staff expectations in the post-pandemic world of work

28 Apr 2021

Lawyers too busy to undertake essential training

Nearly three quarters of legal professionals are too bogged down with their normal workload to complete essential training, according to a new report

20 Apr 2021

Cubism idealist founder struck off for dishonesty

Cubism Law founder struck off after 'cracking' under the strain of financial problems, then misappropriating client funds

16 Apr 2021

Thieving accountant banned from legal profession

Victoria Brown was jailed and banned from working in the legal profession after stealing £400,000 from Clyde & Co