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Lord Chancellor’s speech at the 2024 King’s Counsel appointment ceremony, recognising those who have been formally appointed to the rank of KC and Honorary KC.
Guidelines for civil panel counsel, revised to include the new government security classifications.
How to complain about a legal adviser by using their procedure or through contacting the Legal Ombudsman.
Legal aid helps pay for legal advice, mediation or representation in court - see if you can claim.
Finding the right advice and advisor is the first step in making the best decisions for your invention or business.
Information regarding the application and assessment process for the legal trainee scheme
Upper Tribunal Administrative Appeals Chamber decision by Judge on 2024.
How to make a lasting power of attorney (LPA): starting an application online, choosing an attorney, certifying a copy, changing an LPA.
Guidelines on the prosecutor’s role in applications for Witness Anonymity Orders: Criminal Evidence (Witness Anonymity) Act 2008.
Lord Chancellor Alex Chalk congratulated winners at the Times Law Awards 2024.
A film about working as a Parliamentary Counsel.
The Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO) provides lists of English-speaking lawyers abroad to help British nationals find the legal support they need.
Seeking nominations for Honorary King’s Counsel.
Information regarding career development, flexible working, salaries and training opportunities
Details of the Ministry of Justice’s review of criminal legal aid, announced in December 2018.
What to do first if you're acting for someone under a lasting power of attorney.
Simon Regis awarded CBE in the New Year Honours 2024
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