14 Aug 2026 | Blog
Every criminal defence solicitor understands that homicide cases are different. They are among the most serious and complex cases to come before the courts, demanding careful judgement, meticulous preparation and an appreciation that every decision can have profound...
13 Aug 2026 | Blog
Artificial intelligence is becoming an increasingly familiar part of the criminal justice landscape. Much of the discussion has focused on how legal professionals might use AI to improve efficiency, but another question is rapidly emerging. What happens when AI is no...
9 Jul 2026 | Blog
Early release is a complex and contentious issue. For the public, it can raise immediate concerns about safety, confidence and fairness. For victims, particularly in cases involving domestic abuse, serious violence or sexual offending, the prospect of an offender...
26 Jun 2026 | Blog
For most of a career in criminal defence, the generalist has been the default. You take the duty rota call, whatever it brings – a shoplifting matter on Monday, an ABH on Tuesday, a multi-handed conspiracy by Friday. That breadth has always been part of the...
15 Jun 2026 | Blog
As artificial intelligence continues to transform industries around the world, many young professionals are understandably asking an important question: Will AI take my job? The legal sector is often highlighted as one of the professions facing significant change....
26 May 2026 | Blog
In criminal law, technical knowledge matters – but trust is what truly defines an effective solicitor-client relationship. Clients rarely come to a criminal solicitor during a calm or stable period in their lives. They may be under arrest, facing allegations...
14 May 2026 | Blog
Mental Health Awareness Week is an important reminder that mental wellbeing is not a luxury — it is essential. For criminal defence lawyers, the conversation is especially important. Few professions carry the same emotional weight, relentless pressure, and...
20 Mar 2026 | Blog
Speaking to Robert Gregory, CLSA Committee Member and Consultant Solicitor at Bishop & Light in East Sussex, we learn which 5 cases have shaped his career in a number of ways. From the most challenging, through to the most memorable… What is the earliest...
20 Mar 2026 | Blog
Awareness and diagnosis of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) has increased significantly in recent years. More adults than ever are being formally diagnosed, and many others identify as having “undiagnosed ADHD” based on a growing public understanding of...
4 Mar 2026 | Blog
For many criminal law teams, the Legal 500 submission deadline brings a collective sigh of relief. Weeks of gathering case highlights, compiling referee lists and refining narratives are finally behind you. But the reality is that the research process is only just...
