'Up to £50m on offer': MoJ unveils criminal legal aid fee reforms

The government says up to £50m is on offer for criminal legal aid lawyers after unveiling the first tranche of proposals since commencing a review of fee schemes over a year ago. Robert Buckland QC, the lord chancellor, said the proposals are an ‘important first step towards reviewing sustainability in the long term, ensuring fair …

Woman wins payout for stymied career in landmark divorce case

A woman who “sacrificed” her career as a solicitor so she could look after her children has won compensation on top of an equal share of the family’s wealth after her divorce. The ruling could have implications for other divorce cases in which one partner has stepped back from their career for the good of …