Read the latest Local Law Society Bulletin here (and spot our President @82ladyK in the photograph!): linkedin.com/posts/hertford…

It was a pleasure to march at #LondonPride this weekend, with the The Bar Council! 🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️ We’re proud to celebrate the contribution of LGBTQ+ solicitors to the legal profession and wider society 👏 #LegalPride

“Decades of underfunding and cuts have left us with a justice system which is failing victims and defendants.” President Nick Emmerson tells Law Society Gazette (pgs. 18-20), as Crown Court backlogs continue to rise, according to recent statistics by the MoJ. ow.ly/P2Uv50SsXXN

NLS in collaboration with Hertfordshire Law Society , are pleased to announce a training webinar (23rd July) on the Family Drug & Alcohol Court (FDAC). This alternative family court is specifically designed to support parents struggling with drug and alcohol misuse during care proceedings.

Hertfordshire Law Society The webinar, featuring HHJ Perusko and FDAC Bedfordshire, aims to provide legal professionals with a deeper understanding of FDAC’s unique approach and processes. More information and sign-up details can be found here: nationallegalservice.co.uk/upcoming-famil…

⚖️ “The increase in recommended salary for aspiring solicitors is considered appropriate at this time.” President Nick Emmerson tells @LegalCheek, as we recommend a 5% pay boost for trainee solicitors. ow.ly/alSL50SN0SJ

📈 “The increase in recommended salary for aspiring solicitors is considered appropriate at this time.” Our president Nick Emmerson tells Law360 (£), as we recommend a 5% increase in trainee salaries. ow.ly/YkMA50SP3nh

#LawandGuidance #Podcast - Former #VictimsCommissioner Baroness Newlove talks about the treatment of #victims with Dr.Sally Penni MBE🐝🐝 (She/Her) - click here to listen now: ow.ly/VHEH30sGn4c #SallyPenni #Law #Barrister #professionaldevelopment #lawfirms #practiceoflaw #HouseofLords

⚖️ If the MoJ “doesn’t demonstrate very swiftly that it is serious about making criminal legal aid work sustainable, we will advise our members that there is no future in this work.” We tell Law Society Gazette, as it examines legal aid and the govt. ow.ly/BFWo50TzQhF

Read the Press Release from The Solicitors' Charity The Solicitors' Charity for World Mental Health Day 2024 here: linkedin.com/posts/hertford…

“The Law Society maintains its strong opposition to the SRA’s ambitions for any further extension to its fining powers.” Our vice president Richard Atkinson tells The Global Legal Post, as we respond to the SRA’s financial penalties regime consultation. ow.ly/CV4650TCbWO

The Hertfordshire Law Society AGM will be held on 19 November 2024 at 6pm via MS Teams. We are particularly looking for a property lawyer to join us as a member of the Council. (1/2)

If you wish to become a member of the Council then please contact Judith Gower, Honorary Secretary and Treasurer – Hertfordshire Law Society at [email protected] (2/2)

Book your place for the Working with Neurodiverse Individuals in the Family Court now! To be hosted on Monday 2 December 2024. Details in the link below: linkedin.com/posts/hertford…

⚖️“The additional funding brings hope to the criminal defence profession." President Richard Atkinson speaks to Law Society Gazette, as the govt announces a £24 million injection into criminal legal aid work. ow.ly/4h3350U7N0Z

“It is extremely encouraging that the lord chancellor sees the important role that solicitors play in our criminal justice system.” President Richard Atkinson speaks to @solicitorsjrnl about the £24 million injection into criminal #LegalAid work. ow.ly/veIq50U8ZTt

🌟 International Men's Day 2024 🌟 Today, we celebrate the positive impact of male role models in our lives. From fathers and mentors to friends and colleagues, these men shape our world with their strength, kindness, and wisdom. In the spirit of this day, James McFarlane

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