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Thomas Connelly
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Editor and Director, Legal Cheek
London
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crime current affairs investigations historic abuse cases
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By Thomas Connelly Verified| Legal Cheek Verified US President attacks BigLaw diversity initiatives as ‘discriminatory’US President Donald Trump has stepped up his attacks on some of the country’s leading law firms with a new executive order targeting what his administration describes as their “discriminatory” summer vacation scheme programmes.
By Thomas Connelly Verified| Legal Cheek Verified £360k accumulated so farThe Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA) has established a new six-figure fund to support disadvantaged aspiring lawyers through the SQE, using financial penalties it has imposed on the organisation responsible for running the assessments. The regulator says the fund of around £360,000 has accumulated since the SQE first launched and is generated by payments from Kaplan, the SQE provider, “in line with contractual arrangements linked to its performance”.
By Thomas Connelly Verified| Legal Cheek Verified £360k accumulated so farThe Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA) has established a new six-figure fund to support disadvantaged aspiring lawyers through the SQE, using financial penalties it has imposed on the organisation responsible for running the assessments. The regulator says the fund of around £360,000 has accumulated since the SQE first launched and is generated by payments from Kaplan, the SQE provider, “in line with contractual arrangements linked to its performance”.
Company Info
Legal Cheek
Legal Cheek is a leading British legal news website founded in 2011 by Alex Aldridge. It has become a key resource for legal news and career insights, particularly for junior lawyers and law students in the UK. The site offers comprehensive coverage of legal trends and developments, featuring articles on various topics such as corporate law and law firms. In addition to news, Legal Cheek includes a dedicated careers section that provides valuable research and insights into law firms and barrister chambers. This section is especially beneficial for students and young professionals exploring potential employers. The website also produces podcasts that delve into legal topics, including a series on the history of corporate law. Legal Cheek is owned by Alex Aldridge, with Tom Connelly serving as the editor. The editorial team includes several contributors, and the company operates as a private limited entity. The site is widely followed by junior lawyers, law students, and established legal professionals seeking updates on the legal sector.
London, United Kingdom
+44 20 7254 7283
Founded: 2011