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Occupational gender differences in the legal industry
In January, we released our 2018-19 annual report, which brought about some interesting findings about professionals in the legal industry.The report included insights relevant to the legal industry - for example, salary information, insights into your job...
The highest paying jobs in the legal industry
Simply Law Jobs has released its latest annual report, and are happy to reveal the top 10 highest paying legal jobs in 2019.We have collected data from jobs posted in 2019 by recruiters, to identify the average salary for specific roles within the legal industry.The...
Flexible hours and the legal profession
Flexible working within the legal sector has been a well covered topic within the industry, particularly over the last year or so. According to the Law Gazette, lawyers are the second most stressed professionals in the country, with work:life balance, or a...
Employment in the legal industry
The legal industry is ever changing, resulting in the creation of new roles, the adoption of different practices and new niches, particularly regarding technology and online crime.This article looks at how the sector has changed in recent years and how it...
Pupil barrister pay rises of up to 50% come into force
Increases to pupillage awards across England and Wales will came into effect yesterday, with some rookie barristers set for a 50% boost in earnings.According to The Legal Cheek, The Bar Standards Board (BSB) revealed last summer that financial awards for...
Simply Law Jobs announces Lawyer Monthly as exciting new partner
Simply Law Jobs is very pleased to announce its brand new partnership with leading legal publication Lawyer Monthly to provide legal jobs, news and opinions to its readers. The exclusive partnership will see Simply Law Jobs featuring on Lawyer Monthly’s...
Why qualifying as a Paralegal is becoming the only career option for those wanting to enter the legal profession
If you are a school careers officer or are offering career advice at a college or university then you’re probably already be aware of what is happening in the legal sector.
Why transparency is now essential in the legal services sector
In the last five years, within the current legal services sector, changes have been so radical that consumers are undoubtedly confused. It used to be that if you had a legal problem, you would automatically turn to a solicitor. Paying for the services of a...
Firm switches to four-day working week
A legal firm has become one of the first UK businesses to switch to a four-day working week, in an effort to reduce staff stress levels.Bosses at Portcullis Legals, a Plymouth-based business which isn't regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority...