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The professional edge law students gain from law society involvement

In a sea of brilliant law students all mastering the same academic knowledge, one student has stressed it’s those who’ve honed their soft skills, sharpened their ...

SME LAW • Mon, 16 Feb 2026

Prioritise people over billables to improve wellness in law

While lawyers’ mental wellbeing has long been sidelined and kept behind closed doors, Tammi McDermott has warned the profession that prioritising it can no longer wait – ...

SME LAW • Mon, 16 Feb 2026

Ashurst takes M&A partner from HSF Kramer

Global law firm Ashurst has strengthened its mergers and acquisitions team with the appointment of a partner from rival firm Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer.

BIG LAW • Sun, 15 Feb 2026

Why AI won’t ‘kill’ the law – but could quietly undermine it if left unchecked

Claims that AI will “kill” the legal profession are everywhere, but not everyone is buying the hype. Instead, Jean Gan warns that the real danger isn’t AI itself – it’s ...

SME LAW • Sun, 15 Feb 2026

College of Law appoints director of innovation to lead AI strategy

The College of Law has named a new director of innovation to drive the institution’s artificial intelligence and innovation agenda.

SME LAW • Thu, 12 Feb 2026

Lawyer struck off for lying on CV to BigLaw firm

A solicitor has been struck off after repeatedly lying about his education, qualifications, and practising certificate in an attempt to secure a role at a BigLaw firm.

BIG LAW • Thu, 12 Feb 2026

A firm owner’s guide to successfully transitioning to a hybrid practice model

As firm owners are increasingly encouraged to rethink traditional practice models and embrace a hybrid approach in response to clients turning to technology for DIY legal ...

SME LAW • Thu, 12 Feb 2026

Clio appoints tech veteran to head APAC enterprise division

Global cloud-based legal technology provider Clio has named a legal tech leader with more than 25 years of experience to lead its APAC enterprise division.

SME LAW • Wed, 11 Feb 2026

Landmark High Court ruling holds churches liable for child abuse

The High Court has handed down a landmark and long-awaited ruling that has determined that churches can be held directly responsible and liable for child abuse that ...

SME LAW • Wed, 11 Feb 2026