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Gwahaniaethau yng nghyfraith Cymru a Lloegr ⚖️

Rydyn ni wedi cyhoeddi cyfarwyddyd newydd i helpu cyfreithwyr i lywio'r gwahaniaethau cynyddol rhwng cyfraith Cymru a Lloegr.

Mae'n tynnu sylw at:

• feysydd allweddol lle mae'r gyfraith wedi gwahanu
• materion trawsffiniol posibl
• ystyriaethau ymarferol ar gyfer cyfreithwyr

P'un a ydych chi'n gweithio yng Nghymru, Lloegr neu'r naill ochr neu’r llall i’r ffin, bydd y nodyn ymarfer yn eich helpu i nodi lle mae'r gyfraith yn wahanol a pha gyfraith sy'n gymwys.

🔗 Darllenwch y nodyn ymarfer yn Gymraeg a Saesneg drwy'r ddolen yn ein bio. by @lawsocwales

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Differences in English and Welsh law ⚖️

We’ve published new guidance to help solicitors navigate the growing differences between English and Welsh law.

It highlights:

• key areas where the law has diverged
• potential cross-border issues
• practical considerations for solicitors

Whether you work in England, Wales or cross-border, the practice note will help you identify where the law differs and which law applies.

🔗 Read the practice note in English and Welsh via the link in our bio. by @lawsocwales

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Who are The Law Society Wales Office and The National Board for Wales? 🔔

We proudly represent #Welsh solicitors' views and interests to the Welsh Government, Senedd, justice sector stakeholders, and Westminster 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿

Through coordinated public affairs and strategic member engagement, we ensure that the voice of Welsh solicitors is heard loud and clear.

Our National Board for Wales brings together top professionals from all areas of law to guide our representational efforts and highlight current priorities 💼

Stay connected with us on social media for the latest events, opportunities to provide feedback, and updates on our campaigns. Let’s shape the future of Welsh law together! 💬
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Pwy yw’r Swyddfa Cymru a’r Bwrdd Cenedlaethol Cymru? 🔔

Mae swyddfa Cymdeithas y Cyfreithwyr Cymru yn gynrychioli barniau a buddiannau cyfreithwyr Cymru i Lywodraeth Cymru, Senedd Cymru, rhanddeiliaid y sector cyfiawnder, a San Steffan 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿

Trwy faterion cyhoeddus cydgysylltiedig ac ymgysylltu strategol ag aelodau, rydym yn sicrhau bod llais cyfreithwyr #Cymru yn cael ei glywed yn uchel ac yn glir.

Mae ein Bwrdd Cenedlaethol Cymru yn dod â gweithwyr proffesiynol gorau o bob maes o’r gyfraith ynghyd i arwain ein hymdrechion cynrychioliadol ac amlygu blaenoriaethau cyfredol 💼

Arhoswch mewn cysylltiad â ni ar gyfryngau cymdeithasol ar gyfer y digwyddiadau diweddaraf, cyfleoedd i roi adborth, a diweddariadau ar ein hymgyrchoedd. Gadewch i ni siapio dyfodol cyfraith Cymru gyda’n gilydd! 💬 taken in Wales, UK by @lawsocwales

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How can practitioners navigate the growing differences between law in England and Wales? ⚖️

Join us on 3 November to explore the differences between law in England and Wales and what they mean for solicitors.

Our speakers are:

• Brett Dixon, president of the Law Society of England and Wales
• Dr Bronwen Williams, head of Swansea Law School at UWTSD and author of the practice note
• David McNeill, director of public affairs at the Law Society

They’ll introduce the practice note, highlight key considerations for practitioners and answer your questions in a live Q&A 🙋

Register now via the link in our bio ⬆️ Red promotional graphic for a Law Society webinar titled ‘English and Welsh law: know the differences’, taking place online on Tuesday 3 November, 12pm to 1pm. by @lawsocwales

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Meet the National Board for Wales | Bwrdd Cenedlaethol Cymru ⚖️🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿

Glyn Lloyd is the founder and managing partner of Newfields Law, a specialist immigration law firm with offices in England and Wales.

Glyn said: “I joined the National Board for Wales because I wanted to play a part in shaping the future of the legal profession in Wales and ensure the experiences of smaller, entrepreneurial law firms are reflected in national discussions."

He is particularly passionate about developing new routes into the profession. Newfields has invested in Level 7 solicitor apprenticeships in England and Glyn believes a similar route in Wales could help attract talent and support social mobility.

“Being able to bring that practical experience to discussions around the Law Society’s campaign for funded Level 7 solicitor apprenticeships in Wales is especially rewarding,” he added.

Before establishing Newfields, Glyn worked in-house at Cardiff University. He is also co-convenor of the Immigration Law Practitioners’ Association (ILPA). by @lawsocwales

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'So much has changed in my time in practice' 🎙️

Law Society president Mark Evans joins us on the latest episode of the Welsh Legal Desk to reflect on his journey from growing up in North Wales to leading the profession.

Mark also looks at the future of the legal sector in Wales, from the growing divergence between English and Welsh law and Level 7 solicitor apprenticeships to recruitment, technology and AI 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿

Listen to the latest episode of the Welsh Legal Desk on Spotify and Apple Podcasts. by @lawsocwales

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Meet the National Board for Wales | Bwrdd Cenedlaethol Cymru ⚖️🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿

Daniela Mahapatra is an employment lawyer and deputy director of Legal and Risk Services at NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership, the in-house legal service for the NHS in Wales.

Daniela began her career in private practice before joining the NHS in 2012. She has a particular interest in employment law, public service and the role in-house lawyers play in supporting their organisations and communities.

“I joined the Law Society’s National Board for Wales to help ensure the voice of in-house solicitors is heard, to bring practical insight from a public sector perspective, and to strengthen connections across the Welsh legal community.

“As chair of the in-house subgroup, I create a supportive network where in-house solicitors across Wales can share best practice, discuss common challenges and build peer support through our quarterly meetings and events.” by @lawsocwales

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Meet the National Board for Wales | Bwrdd Cenedlaethol Cymru ⚖️🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿

Gareth Jones is Vice Chair of the National Board for Wales and a senior director at Gomer Williams, with more than 20 years’ experience in the legal profession.

A solicitor-advocate with higher rights of audience, Gareth represents clients at police stations, Magistrates’ Courts and the Crown Court.

A fluent Welsh speaker, Gareth is frequently instructed by clients who wish to conduct their case in their preferred language and has become one of the leading solicitor-advocates for Welsh-medium representation in South Wales.

Alongside his role on the National Board for Wales, he is a member of the Criminal Law Committee, bringing his experience of criminal defence and frontline practice to support the profession. by @lawsocwales

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Meet the National Board for Wales | Bwrdd Cenedlaethol Cymru ⚖️🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿

Emily Littlehales is founder and director of Celtic Law, a North Wales-based firm specialising in private client services.

Emily joined the National Board for Wales to represent the experiences and challenges faced by smaller and growing law firms across Wales.

Having always lived and worked in North Wales, she brings valuable insight into the opportunities and issues affecting practitioners and their communities. by @lawsocwales

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Meet the National Board for Wales | Bwrdd Cenedlaethol Cymru: Dr Bronwen Williams 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿🎓

Dr Bronwen Williams is Head of Swansea Law School at the University of Wales Trinity Saint David, with over 17 years’ experience in higher education.

She has led the development of degree programmes across law, policing and criminology, including securing CILEx accreditation and establishing the only Welsh paralegal apprenticeships in Wales.

Bronwen is actively involved in the profession through roles on several strategic groups and serves as Chair of the West Glamorgan Magistrates’ Association, Vice Chair of the South Wales Police Ethics Committee and as a presiding justice.

"My involvement reflects a commitment to collaboration, representation, and innovation. I want to help ensure that the future of the legal profession in Wales is inclusive, accessible, and forward-looking, and that it is shaped by a strong partnership between academia and the profession.” by @lawsocwales

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