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Compliance is no longer about what you say. It’s about what you can demonstrate. For many law firms, compliance has become increasingly complex. There are regulatory obligations to satisfy, client requirements to meet, insurers asking tougher questions, supplier risks to manage, and an ever-growing list of cyber and operational threats to consider. At the same […]
The EFL’s decision to expel Southampton FC from the Championship play-off final for breaching its anti-spying regulations marks one of the most significant disciplinary rulings in English football. Simon Pentol KC examines the legal reasoning, the sanctions imposed and the wider implications for sporting integrity.
The Solicitors’ Charity has revealed new insights into solicitor wellbeing following conversations, surveys and interviews conducted at this year’s London Legal Walk. The findings highlight the pressures facing legal professionals, the importance of seeking support, and the practical steps that can help improve wellbeing across the profession.
When a client’s future ability to work is in dispute, vocational evidence can make all the difference. This article explains why instructing vocational rehabilitation experts early can help solicitors assess earning capacity, rehabilitation needs and realistic return-to-work prospects across personal injury, clinical negligence, employment and family law cases.
Last October 2025, The Renters Rights Act (RRA 2025) received Royal Assent and ignited one of the most revolutionary shifts the private rented sector had seen in decades. Driven by the governments pledge to “transform the experience of private renting”, the first set of provisions took effect on 27 December 2025, whilst the remaining […]
The family law marketplace has changed dramatically as more litigants represent themselves and seek alternative forms of legal support. This article explores how new services are reshaping the client journey and what the profession should expect next.
The Law Commission has proposed fundamental reforms to the criminal appeals system in England and Wales, aiming to remove barriers to overturning wrongful convictions. Key changes include revising the ‘real possibility’ test, extending appeal deadlines, widening Supreme Court access, and easing compensation rules. Read more on these critical legal developments from Chronicle Law’s Nicole Keeling.
Introducing the latest company to join our team of trusted legal partners – Kingsley Bye of Lighthouse Consultants discusses why your business may need a forensic accountant.
We share news from one of our legal partners Duncan Lewis Solicitors, regarding a recent Supreme Court decision about UK citizenship that their Consultant Solicitor Fahad Ansari instructed upon.
Chronicle Law’s Nicole Keeling reports on the ongoing Cranston Inquiry
Chronicle Law’s trusted legal partner Net Defence provide an article that looks at the integration of IT and cyber security to ensure your business is secure. In this article Debra Cairns highlights that a well-maintained IT infrastructure strengthens cyber resilience, while robust security measures protect against evolving threats. Learn how IT and cyber teams can collaborate to enhance data protection, compliance, and system reliability.
LawCare’s Life in the Law surveys for individual and organisation close next Friday 21st March – use the links in this article to make sure your voice is heard and be part of the change in the legal profession
In this piece Dr Catherine Sykes considers recent research by academics in the US about suicide ideation and how it is a significant issue in the legal profession due to existing mental health challenges.
In this article from Chronicle Law’s Nicole Keeling, discover how the rise of voice search is reshaping digital marketing. With more users turning to virtual assistants like Siri and Alexa, businesses must adapt their SEO, content, and paid strategies to a voice-first world. Learn key optimisation tactics to stay ahead.
Chronicle Law’s Nicole Keeling reports on recent findings from the 2024 UK Judicial Attitude Survey UK which found that judges are raising urgent concerns over rising threats to their safety, increasing stress levels, and workplace bullying. With it commented that morale declines and case backlogs grow, the future of the UK justice system hangs in the balance.
Chronicle Law’s Nicole Keeling reports on the recent landmark tribunal ruling in which law firm Walker Morris has been found guilty of age discrimination, after forcing senior partner Martin Scott to retire at 63.
When law firms adopt new software, is the finance team considered? Hayley Biddlecombe an accounts specialist at Accesspoint discusses that challenges that law firm finance teams can face when having to adapt to a new system. She looks at how Actionstep software can provide an efficient system for fee earners as well as a frustration free system transfer for the accounts team.
In this piece Jack Charman of NPI discusses how Enhanced Intelligence Reports from National Private Investigators can support the work you do for your high-profile clients. Learn how traditional background checks often miss hidden risks— but using the latest software AI-driven analysis can uncover financial liabilities, dark web threats, undisclosed relationships, and reputational risks.
In his latest exclusive piece for our legal partner Cansford Labs, Family Law blogger John Bolch examines the Court of Appeal’s decision to name judges involved in the historic Sara Shariff case. He explores the balance between transparency, scrutiny, and the potential risks faced by public servants in the justice system. Read more on the implications of this controversial ruling.
Expert legal advocacy for autistic individuals in the criminal justice system. Leah Hester of LMP Legal explores the challenges neurodivergent clients face and how tailored legal representation can help navigate systemic barriers, ensure fair treatment, and secure the best possible outcomes.
Understand why newsletters remain a powerful marketing tool in B2B strategy. From boosting brand awareness to engaging leads and driving customer retention, Nicole Keeling of Chronicle Law looks at how email newsletters cut through the noise, build trust, and deliver high ROI.
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