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The fight for gender equality has come a long way in recent years, and although there is still a lot to work towards, it's important to celebrate the milestones. 100 years ago Carrie Morrison became the first woman to qualify as a solicitor in England on 18th December 1922.

Following the S*x Disqualification (Removal) Act 1919, which permitted women to train as solicitors, Carrie was sponsored through her studies to become a qualified lawyer. After working as a 'poor mans lawyer' taking pro bono cases in London's East End, she opened a practice alongside her husband that is now part of BDB Pitmans.

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https://www.legalcheek.com/2022/12/england-got-its-first-woman-solicitor-100-years-ago-this-week/

Clarion, a UK legal firm based in Leeds, have earned the title of third highest growing firm in Europe. They've seen a huge level of organic growth over the last five financial years with revenue increasing by more than four fifths (85.2 per cent) since 2017.

Rodger Hutton, joint managing partner, discusses their firm's role in marking Leeds as an 'outstanding legal centre with a rich pool of talent,' and drawing talent away from London.

What does this mean for the future of the UK legal sector?

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https://www.lawnews.co.uk/legal-news/yorkshire-law-firm-named-third-fastest-growing-in-europe-creates-another-15-new-jobs-as-team-increases-headcount-by-110-in-five-years/

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