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Generative AI to have transformative impact on the practice of law
95% of UK legal professionals believe generative AI tools will have a noticeable impact on the practice of law. 70% of in-house counsel will expect their firms to use AI, whilst only 55% of firms think their clients will expect it.
Search in a click: how effective document management retains staff
One of the most significant benefits of using a document management system is its positive impact on staff retention. Here are some ways in which it can help keep hold of your fee-earners:
Half of firms risk missing out on 96% of legal talent entering the sector if recruitment policies don’t change
Analysis of law degree students from legal technology provider, Access Legal, has found that more than half of law firms could miss out on 96 per cent of talent entering the legal sector – if they don’t consider all university backgrounds.
Overcoming challenges in solicitors’ PII renewal
Renewing Professional Indemnity Insurance (PII) over the last few years has become increasingly taxing for solicitors, with rising premiums from the hard market conditions that have extended across all professional sectors, not just law firms.
Facing the regulators: preparing your law firm for SRA visits
In a recent webinar titled “Fortifying Your Law Firm: Strategies for SRA Visits,” experts delved into the changing landscape of regulatory compliance for UK law firms.
Property Transactions Report 2023: What’s holding up the home-buying process?
The home-buying process in England is fraught with delays and uncertainty. Our latest report delves into 15 years’ worth of data to find out what’s really holding up the home-buying process.
Benefits Report: How does your benefits package compare to the rest of the market?
We recently surveyed our network of Accountancy and Legal practice professionals to gain an insight into how people rate different key benefits, and to find out what it is they are currently being offered.
Launch of the Secrets to SQE Success Guide by The College of Legal Practice
The College of Legal Practice is delighted to announce the publishing of the College’s first Secrets to SQE Success Guide, the first of its kind to hit the SQE market.
The UK Proptech Landscape and the innovations driving the sector | A 90 seconds interview with Sammy Pahal
Watch this insightful video featuring Alex Wrottesley, Managing Director of Landmark Geodata, as he interviews Sammy Pahal, Managing Director of the UK Proptech Association.
Clio announces appointment of new General Manager, EMEA in support of regional growth
Clio, the leading legal technology platform, today announced the appointment of Sarah Murphy as the General Manager of EMEA. In this role, Murphy will spearhead strategic growth initiatives and play a crucial role in empowering legal professionals through transformative technology solutions.
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Is your Google Ads budget funding your competitors’ AI visibility?
If your cost-per-click has crept up again this year, you’ve probably assumed the market simply got more expensive. That’s the wrong way to read what’s happening.
Containing the spread of unapproved AI
Nearly 60% of fee-earners admit to using unapproved tools (like free versions of ChatGPT). Yet 68% of firm leaders are confident there is zero risk of unapproved AI being used for client work.
When AI adoption goes wrong, costs add up fast
City AM recently reported that London is fighting to claim the title of ‘global capital of legal AI’. However, it’s crucial we remember that adoption alone does not create value.
