AI Forces Legal Hiring Shift, Says Legora CEO
Max Junestrand, CEO of legal tech firm Legora, warns AI is reshaping legal careers. As the firm's valuation soars to $1.8bn, he reveals aggressive London hiring plans for 2026.
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Public sceptical over who benefits from UK class actions
Public awareness of UK class actions is at its highest since 2020, but 70% believe lawyers and funders are the main winners. Discover the push for transparency and key findings from Portland's new report.
Labour's £2bn Budget Boost for Scotland and Wales
Scottish and Welsh Labour leaders hail £2bn funding increase and end of two-child benefit cap in Rachel Reeves' budget, hoping to reverse polling deficits ahead of May elections.
Prosecutors' AI Use Creates Legal Filing Errors
A California prosecutors' office used AI to file a court motion containing 'hallucinated' errors, raising concerns about due process and the use of artificial intelligence in criminal cases.
OSF President Pledges Legal Action Against Trump
Open Society Foundations president Binaifer Nowrojee declares legal readiness against Trump's threats, emphasising support for frontline environmental defenders at COP30.
Teens Challenge Australia's Social Media Ban
Two 15-year-olds launch a High Court challenge against Australia's pioneering social media ban for under-16s, set to begin on 10 December. Read the latest.
Teens fight Australia's social media ban in High Court
Two 15-year-olds launch a landmark legal challenge against Australia's pioneering social media ban for under-16s, set to begin on 10 December. Discover the constitutional fight.
Weil Elevates Four London Lawyers to Partner
International law firm Weil promotes four London lawyers to partner in 17-strong global promotion round, strengthening corporate and litigation practices.
Richmond Council drops legal challenge over funding
Richmond Council withdraws legal action after government revises funding formula, avoiding £45m cuts. Council leader welcomes 'significant improvement' in local authority funding reforms.
Harry & Celebrities Sue Daily Mail Over Privacy Breaches
Prince Harry and six high-profile figures are taking Associated Newspapers to the High Court over alleged phone hacking and gross privacy breaches. Discover the full story.
Judge removed from Palestine Action legal challenge
Last-minute removal of judge from Palestine Action proscription case raises serious questions about judicial transparency and independence in the UK legal system.
Judge halts Trump prosecutions of Comey and James
A US federal judge dismisses cases against James Comey and Letitia James, ruling the prosecutor was illegally appointed. The Trump administration vows an immediate appeal.
NY Law Firm in £30m Private Equity Deal Talks
New York's Cohen & Gresser is negotiating a £30m private equity stake sale, reflecting a major shift in US legal industry funding. Discover how firms are bypassing ownership laws.
Mahmood's Immigration Shake-Up Sparks Controversy
Labour's Shabana Mahmood announces sweeping legal migration reforms, using her immigrant background to justify policies critics call cruel. Explore the debate.
Keeps Secures £1.2M Funding from Investor Rush
London-based sports platform Keeps closes £1.2 million funding round as investors target sports sector. Discover how this impacts UK sports technology investment landscape.
Ashurst and Perkins Coie Overhaul Partner Pay in Merger
Global law firms Ashurst and Perkins Coie are restructuring partner compensation as their groundbreaking merger progresses. Discover how this strategic move will reshape the legal landscape.
I'm A Celeb star sues hotel over serious fall injuries
Lady Colin Campbell takes legal action against London hotel after fall leaves her with shattered pelvis and hip. The I'm A Celebrity star faces six-month recovery.
Bolsonaro admits damaging ankle monitor with hot iron
Brazil's former president Jair Bolsonaro confesses to deliberately damaging his electronic ankle monitor using a hot iron. Read the full details of this legal development.
Asylum seeker's 17-year wait for UK leave to remain
After fleeing torture, Ussu endured 17 years in UK asylum limbo facing homelessness, injury and legal battles. His story exposes systemic failures in Britain's immigration system.
Conservative lawyer Daniel Suhr influences US media via FCC
Chicago lawyer Daniel Suhr has become influential in US media regulation through FCC chair Brendan Carr, securing unprecedented changes at major networks through legal complaints about bias.
Class action lawsuits damaging UK economy
The explosion of class action lawsuits and third-party litigation funding is harming Britain's legal stability and economy, with billions claimed in damages. Discover the urgent need for reform.
Curve investor files legal challenge over Lloyds sale
IDC Ventures files High Court petition to block Curve's £125m sale to Lloyds, alleging governance failures wiped out £670m shareholder value. Read the latest developments.
Ashurst Capital Markets Lawyers Join Baker McKenzie
Two senior capital markets partners depart Ashurst for Baker McKenzie, marking significant recruitment win for the global firm's London practice.
London schools repay £653k after postcode error
London nurseries and schools must repay over £650,000 after a data entry mistake with postcodes led to significant funding overpayments. Councils are now recovering funds.
Law Firm Cuts 10% of London Roles Due to AI Impact
Leading law firm Clifford Chance reduces London business roles by 10% as AI reshapes white-collar work. PwC also rethinks hiring strategy amid technological transformation.
Massa's £64m F1 trial risk to Ecclestone
Felipe Massa's £64m damages claim over the 2008 Crashgate scandal can proceed to trial, posing significant risks to Bernie Ecclestone and Formula 1. Discover the legal implications.
Clifford Chance AI redundancies hit London roles
Magic circle law firm Clifford Chance is making 55 London business services roles redundant, citing AI adoption and work moving to hubs. Read the full analysis.
UK's Biggest Immigration Shake-Up in 50 Years
The UK government unveils its most sweeping immigration reforms in decades, doubling settlement wait times and overhauling asylum rules. Discover how these changes will affect millions.
Judges become 'human filters' for AI in Australian courts
Australia's top judge warns AI use in courts has reached unsustainable levels, forcing judges to filter machine-generated arguments. Discover the risks and rewards of legal AI.
Judge blocks Trump's DC National Guard deployment
A federal judge has temporarily halted Donald Trump's deployment of National Guard troops to Washington DC, dealing a legal blow to the president. Read the full story.
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