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Feeling trapped? Options for succession and exit for law firm partners
Law firm partners have several exit routes, from individual partner buy-outs to full succession through private equity, acquisitions or employee ownership trusts, each offering different benefits, risks and cultural implications
DSW Capital delivers strong half-year performance with continued revenue growth and platform expansion
DSW Capital, the business advisory platform behind Dow Schofield Watts and DR Solicitors, has delivered resilient results for its half year ending 30 September 2025, reflecting the scalability of its pioneering model.
CEL Solicitors celebrates award win
CEL Solicitors is celebrating after winning the Law Firm Award (50+ employees) at the Liverpool Law Society Annual Dinner and Legal Awards 2025.
ILFM Autumn Conference: The Future of Client Money
As the legal sector continues to evolve and, no doubt, with changes for the SRA and other regulators over the next few months, the role of finance professionals remains absolutely central.
Employee ownership: The new driver of law firm succession
With government backing and tax incentives, employee ownership is reshaping law firm succession, enabling gradual exits, cultural preservation and stronger people driven practices supported by profitability.
Empowering Law Firm Leaders podcast: Building strategic differentiation with AI
In episode 26, Uwais Iqbal, of Simplexico, joins Amy Bruce, of Osprey Approach, to share how SME law firms can build strategic differentiation with AI.
Search Acumen comments on HMRC’s property transaction data for October 2025
The seasonally adjusted estimate of UK non-residential (commercial) transactions for October 2025 is 29% lower than October 2024 and 4% higher than September 2025
Congratulations to Osprey Approach, voted ILFM Software Users Award Winners of 2025
This highly respected and sought-after award is presented to the winners to show that they have earned the title “ILFM Law Firm Software Users Award 2025” based on actual users’ feedback.
Temple Legal Protection awarded Corporate Chartered Insurance Underwriting Agent status by the Chartered Insurance Institute
Temple Legal Protection has been awarded Corporate Chartered Insurance Underwriting Agent status by the Chartered Insurance Institute, marking a significant milestone in the company’s history and its position within the legal expenses insurance sector.
Beyond the billable hour: Why pricing could make or break SME law firms
In the opening episode of series four of the Build Better Habits webinars, Amy Bruce of Osprey Approach, was joined by Simon McCrum and Scott Simmons.
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Navigating the legal AI productivity-profitability paradox
Firms are achieving efficiencies through AI, especially in the practice of law. Yet many are struggling to see that reflected in their financial outcomes
Regulation, growth and access to justice: why legal services need a reset
Well-intentioned consumer protections embedded in the regulation of legal services increasingly act as barriers to innovation, competition and access to justice.
Digital marketing for law firms in 2026 – where to focus your efforts
Digital marketing for law firms in 2026 is more demanding than ever. AI is reshaping content, while audiences are becoming more selective and platforms are raising the bar on quality.
