Independent Lawyer is the essential monthly journal for all high street solicitors and paralegals. Uniquely positioned to appeal to all staff members in a typical busy practice, the journal provides a round-up of the most pertinent news stories, in-depth analysis of issues and developments across the spectrum of practice fields, as well as advice on practice management and good practice and a section dedicated to paralegals.

The journal also provides six pages of recent law reports and there is one hour of accredited continuing professional development available to both solicitors and paralegals each month.

Because all of this is provided in one monthly publication and because it is relevant and accessible, with all the main articles supported by a list of 'key points', Independent Lawyer is a vital resource for the time-stretched legal professional.

Central to the journal is the publication of material that helps to keep practitioners up-to-date, whether their expertise is in, for example, family law, employment, personal injury, legal aid or commercial law. But as befits its title, the journal will also adopt an independent, sometimes controversial position, at the cutting-edge of law. It will champion the individual practitioner who strives for excellence and who wishes to stay true to the principles of the legal system.

Regular Features in new-look Independent Lawyer

• Editorial
  In each issue of Independent Lawyer there will be a thoughtful and occasionally provocative editorial on a theme of current issue.
• News Round Up
  A resume of the main news stories.
• News Analysis
  In-depth discussion and analysis on major topical issues.
• Legal Focus
  Authoritative articles on all branches of the law that are of interest and relevance to all solicitors and paralegals.
• In Practice
  The In Practice section will look at issues such as:
  • Good practice
  • Practice management
  • IT and software
• Paralegal Pages
  Recognizing and embracing the growing influence and expertise of paralegals who play an increasingly pivotal role in progressive practices
• CPD
  CPD accreditation for both solicitors and paralegals is a vital part of Independent Lawyer.
• Law Reports
  Up to six pages of law reports each month.
• Wade
  A wry, amusing column from seasoned legal columnist Alex Wade.