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Groundsure to offer conveyancers climate risk training in conjunction with Legal Eye
Groundsure is entering into a training partnership to deliver certification content with compliance services and risk management provider Legal Eye.
No minimum threshold for data breach claims
The European Court of Justice ruled earlier this month that there was no minimum threshold for non-material harm in data breach claims – a decision welcomed by experts at Keller Postman UK.
LEAP introduces LawConnect Client Portal
LEAP has recently announced the launch of an updated client portal, free for any law firm using its Legal Practice Productivity Solution.
Free legal tech event in Birmingham: Join Clio for an evening of discussion and networking
Want to learn more about navigating digital disruption in the legal industry from expert speakers—and get the opportunity to network with other legal professionals? One upcoming event will deliver just that.
SRA Diversity Survey 2023
As part of the SRA’s approach to equality, diversity and inclusion all firms, regardless of size, are required to report and publish diversity data regarding the make-up of their workforce every two years. The SRA provide a template question set that all employees should have the opportunity to answer.
Chris Shingler wins Peter Dye Memorial Shield 2023
At our AGM and CPD event on 21st April, we awarded a trio of accolades to employees for outstanding performance in the workplace. Employee service award given to Chris Shingler with certificates of excellence presented to Ray Eljarrat and Su Caukill.
Merger & acquisition activity in law firms – key risk considerations
In the second of our two articles focusing on M&A activity in the legal sector, Miller’s Solicitors’ PII expert, Sam Pye discusses the importance of a comprehensive due diligence process and the key risk considerations firms need to be aware of before signing on the dotted line.
The effect on transaction volumes will be evident in the months that follow
The latest announcement from Bank of England, published at 12pm, announce an increase of 0.25% to 4.5%. This decision has been made as pressures increase on mortgage payers and businesses, who are fighting against inflationary increases and struggling to pay off loans.
Law Officers of the Crown Guernsey: Tracking performance with Carpe Diem
This government department is responsible for the provision of legal services to the Crown, States
of Guernsey, States of Alderney, and Chief Pleas of Sark.
How to buy legal software: the must dos and don’ts
Legal practice management software significantly impacts your law firm’s short- and long-term performance. The ideal solution is ‘out there’. But, in a saturated marketplace chock full of seemingly similar options, how do you navigate the minefield of choosing the right software and the right supplier for you?
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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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