Simon McCrum is a solicitor, and was head of various teams at law firm Pannone in Manchester. Then, for 10 years, he was Managing Partner of Darbys Solicitors, which from a turnaround situation became the UK’s fastest-growing law firm. In 2016, Darbys was acquired by Knights PLC and Simon launched McCrum Consulting. He now helps firms and chambers to become The Perfect Legal Business (www.mccrumandco.com/books). His second book The Perfect Lawyer is now in production.
Simon McCrum sets out 13 golden rules that will ultimately ensure failure of a set and then – turning the tables – pointers for creating a sustainable future
The beginning of the legal year offers the opportunity for a renewed commitment to justice and the rule of law both at home and abroad
By Louise Crush of Westgate Wealth Management sets out the key steps to your dream property
A centre of excellence for youth justice, the Youth Justice Legal Centre provides specialist training, an advice line and a membership programme
By Kem Kemal of Henry Dannell
By Ashley Friday of AlphaBiolabs
Providing bespoke mortgage and protection solutions for barristers
Joanna Hardy-Susskind speaks to those walking away from the criminal Bar
From a traumatic formative education to exceptional criminal silk – Laurie-Anne Power KC talks about her path to the Bar, pursuit of equality and speaking out against discrimination (not just during Black History Month)
James Onalaja concludes his two-part opinion series
Yasmin Ilhan explains the Law Commission’s proposals for a quicker, easier and more effective contempt of court regime
Irresponsible use of AI can lead to serious and embarrassing consequences. Sam Thomas briefs barristers on the five key risks and how to avoid them
