The Law Society

Professional Update
PI small claims, discounts on books, international opportunities, HIPs advice, Excellence Awards and more.
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Fast and fair small claims
Government plans to streamline claims processes echo Law Society proposals. Read more about our campaign.
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Discount on key court reference books
Order the 2009 editions of Blackstone's Criminal Practice and Blackstone's Civil Practice from our online bookshop and get a £10 pre-publication discount.
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Law Society transfers rule making powers to the SRA
The Law Society Council has approved the delegation of its rule making powers to the Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA).
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Join our trade mission to Ghana
Promote your firm to business partners and potential clients, and build links with Ghanaian firms and practitioners.
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Society opposition to BVT causes LSC to think again
The LSC has announced it may reconsider plans to introduce best value tendering for criminal defence services.
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New president will sharpen focus of the Society
Paul Marsh has taken office as Law Society president, vowing to continue the reform of the Society.
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Excellence Awards 2008 – nominations open
The Law Society Excellence Awards recognise and reward the most outstanding practitioners in the legal professions. Find out more.
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Free access to public sector tender opportunities
Legal practices can register for a free three month national trial of lower-value tender opportunities.
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Women in the City awards 2008
The Law Society and the Association of Women Solicitors are endorsing a category in this year's Women in the City awards.
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