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InfoTrack opens the doors to new Leeds offices
InfoTrack has underlined its commitment to growth with the opening of new offices at Brewery Wharf in Leeds this week. The legal technology provider has moved into and refurbished the former studios of Channel 4 News overlooking the river Aire.
May 2023 data breach roundup
The past month saw data breaches in a variety of sectors, including the NHS, local councils, Discord and the National Smallbore Rifle Association.
Webinar to explore SME law firms’ strategic priorities for 2023 and beyond
The key priorities and strategic business plans of SME law firms, according to the findings of Legal Practice Management’s (LPM’s) Frontiers Report 2023, will be discussed by a panel of guest speakers in the latest episode of the Build Better Habits webinar series, hosted by legal software provider Osprey Approach.
Legl and Actionstep announce strategic integration partnership
Reflecting the fast growth of two complementary cloud-based offerings for law firms, Legl and Actionstep announce their strategic integration partnership.
How I passed my ILFM Diploma with full marks
Pellys is a small “boutique” law firm that acts for commercial vehicle operators and their drivers across England and Wales; it’s rather niche!
Outsourcing: Easing internal pressure and heightening customer understanding
Traditionally, outsourcing has often been seen by legal firms as a cost saving exercise. Yet turning to a third party can also bring immense health and wellbeing benefits for staff, as well as have a positive effect on client relations and customer care.
Ignite expands into scheme litigation insurance with three key hires
Ignite, a leading litigation insurance specialist based in London, has launched a scheme litigation department for law firms and litigants operating in the volume claims arena.
Legal M&A Consultants: Selling or merging your law practice
As Legal Practice M&A specialists, AJ Chambers understand the importance and gravity of planning the sale or merger of your practice.
Using automation to speed up AML and Source of Funds Checks and reduce risk
Money laundering large amounts of illicit funds is a serious and threatening problem for the financial and professional services sectors.
Associate Solicitor Michelle Tebbutt appointed Vice President of Hull Incorporated Law Society
Hudgell Solicitors’ Associate Michelle Tebbutt has been appointed as Vice President of the Hull Incorporated Law Society.
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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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