Law Society response to the Illegal Migration Bill
The Gazette Ireland covers the Law Society’s response to the new immigration bill, after it had its second reading in the House of Commons this week.
The piece notes that the Law Society has expressed concern that the bill may breach international law and tarnish the UK’s reputation as a law-abiding nation.
Law Society President Lubna Shuja said: “If the UK were to violate international law in this way, it would jeopardise the British Government’s reputation for upholding the rule of law and delivering justice.
“This would rock the UK’s standing as a reliable nation that upholds its international responsibilities, which has underpinned its position as an attractive hub of global investment and a bastion of the rule of law.
“The rule of law and justice are at the heart of Britain’s identity and our position in the international community.”
Law Society budget submission to the Treasury
The Gazette notes our proposals for today’s budget, including an emergency injection of cash in civil legal aid, increased investment in the court system, restoration of civil legal aid for early advice, a new grant scheme that would help SME firms pay for new technology, and the inclusion of small and medium-sized firms in the National Retraining Scheme.
Changes to Saudi Arabia’s legal market
Global Legal Post reports changes to rules for foreign firms in Saudi Arabia, noting the Law Society of England and Wales said the rules are intended to encourage firms to set up in Saudi Arabia so legal work is engineered within the Kingdom, as well as enable high-profile deals to stay within the country. It is also aims to increase opportunities for Saudi lawyers.
Law Society research on firm productivity
LawCareers.Net cites the Law Society’s research on firm productivity and analysis of the increase in law firm profits despite a decrease in claimed billable hours.
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