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Shyamji Krishna Varma reinstated more than a century after disbarment

Indian nationalist did not receive a fair hearing, admits Inner Temple

Setting aside 'unconscionable bargains

A recent case has provided guidance on whether legal advice is the ultimate shield in circumstances where a property sale is challenged, writes Morayo Fagborun Bennett

Grayling the diversity champion

Former Lord Chancellor Chris Grayling has been awarded the title of 'Conservative MP of the Parliamentary Term 2010-2015' by a diversity organisation.

Exclusive: Jeremy Corbyn urges young lawyers to fight on for legal aid

Labour leader says the battle for access to justice must begin 'strongly' as he aims to restore legal aid in the next parliament

Barristers' earnings hit £1.5bn

The total earnings of barristers have risen to £1.5bn in the last recorded year, up 5 per cent on the year before, and 11 per cent two years before. Independent finance provider LDF says that, based on HMRC tax returns data, barristers' average yearly income is now £118,000 in 2012/13 (latest data available) having dropped to £108,000 in 2011/12.

EU citizenship: The CJEU retreats

Political pressure in some EU member states appears to be influencing the meaning ?of EU citizenship more than the existing case law, believes Denis Edwards

European lawyers call for release of China's human rights defenders

China's president 'must show respect' for the standards of international law

Lord Chief Justice won't be waiting half a century to see a more diverse judiciary

Diversity is the hallmark of justice, says the Lord Thomas of Cwmgiedd