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Clark Hill embeds collaboration and future-proofs talent with BigHand Workflow Management
Initially implemented in response to the COVID pandemic, in 2023 Clark Hill embarked upon a strategic project with BigHand Workflow Management to optimize support services for lawyers and clients.
What is digital dictation?
Digital dictation is a method of recording and editing speech digitally that can deliver a range of benefits to your organisation in terms of increased efficiencies, improved accuracy in document creation and enhanced support for hybrid working.
How claims solicitors can benefit from a huge advancement in AI
OCC is in the process of upgrading its SLM (Small Language Model, really it’s is still quite big) AI software platform.
SRA thematic review of asylum legal services in 2024
Following the SRA’s thematic review of Immigration & Asylum work in 2022, it issued and updated its detailed findings alongside guidance on performing Immigration work in November 2022.
Monthly Compliance Update – August 2024
Complaints about the SRA’s handling of cases rose by 29% last year, with the increase in interventions part of the reason. The majority of complaints concerned decisions not to investigate cases.
Beam powering a property revolution in Ireland with Hoowla conveyancing software’s API
Beam is an award-winning, innovative company in Ireland that’s shaking up the Irish property market. It is a digital-first conveyancing service operating nationwide.
How to increase efficiency in your firm
There are many complicated challenges that can affect the efficiency of a legal firm; from securely confirming a client’s information to switching between multiple platforms just to complete a simple task.
Using speech to text solutions to address common business challenges
A look at a range of day-to-day challenges that all businesses increasingly face and how speech to text systems can help to address these.
From post room to solicitor
The journey to reach a career in law can take many different avenues, from studying at university to starting off with work experience at a firm. But for me, it all started in the post-room at Express Solicitors.
Land Data welcomes new Board members from the Local Government Association, and GeoPlace LLP
Land Data welcomes two new members to its Board: Claire Holloway, Head of Corporate Services at the Local Government Association, and Nick Chapallaz, Managing Director, GeoPlace LLP.
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Regulate sole practices on evidence, not turnover
For a sole practice, the SRA’s plan that I cannot hold a compliance role if my firm has more than £600,000 of turnover is not a measure of risk. It is a ceiling on growth.
Is Google becoming pay-to-play for law firms?
For years, law firms have been told that SEO is the long-term alternative to paying for every click. That principle hasn’t disappeared but search results have changed significantly.
Material information and the case for intelligent client onboarding
Upfront information means work traditionally undertaken after an offer is accepted will need to happen earlier. And that fundamentally changes the role of client onboarding.
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