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Are you doing as much as you should to grow your law firm?
First4Lawyers’ eighth White Paper, launching on 19 October, looks at how the legal landscape has changed for firms since the introduction of the whiplash reforms and the impact that could have on the entire legal sector.
A unique legal event: Have you booked your seat at ClioCon London?
ClioCon London is a legal event unlike any other you’ll participate in this year. You’ll join the Clio crew and your fellow legal professionals for some light bites, networking, and to avail of some complimentary ClioCon London swag. Then, you’ll settle into a comfortable cinema space to watch CEO Jack Newton’s keynote speech live.
Source of Funds CDD: An Art or a Science?
Tackling issues of source of funds (SoF) and source of wealth (SoW) when undertaking your client due diligence is often more art than science. In a recent webinar, Kate Burt, Head of Risk & Compliance discussed the regulatory requirements surrounding source of funds and how Legl can help to leverage your firms’ approach to this issue.
Is your private client software solution fit for purpose?
Over the past 20 years technology has changed the way in which legal professionals practise law. How much it has changed the profession varies from one area of law to another. One area of law that has been largely overlooked until now is private client work.
National Paralegal Awards 2022 present an Outstanding Achievement Award to Master Victoria McCloud at the Gala Final Ceremony
The very best of the paralegal profession was celebrated at the annual National Paralegal Awards hosted by the Professional Paralegal Register on Thursday 22 September 2022.
iTrain Legal to adopt and promote VirtualSignature-ID for its clients
Specialist training provider iTrain Legal and VirtualSignature-ID have confirmed a partnership which will see iTrain Legal using the SmartSign eSignature application when engaging with their clients.
Landmark publication launch and industry briefing: Climate change risks for the property industry
Landmark Information Group is hosting an event on Climate Change on t 19 October to mark the launch of our forthcoming publication, Climate Change Reports: The New Frontier of Real Estate Due Diligence.
BigHand report finds over half of law firms have inconsistent hybrid working policies for lawyers and support staff
Findings from BigHand’s latest industry report has revealed the extent to which support staff structures are evolving in law firms.
Law firm financial difficulties: How Recovery First can help firms avoid SRA intervention
In a recent article by Neil Rose at Legal Futures, it was highlighted that there has been a recent rise in law firms in England and Wales reporting financial problems to the Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA).
Global report reveals why calls to law firms demand more attention than ever
Law firms are being urged to prioritise the caller experience, as new research reveals the UK public is spending more time on calls to businesses than three years ago.
Blog
AI and law firm risk – the view of professional indemnity insurers
In considering law firm applications for cover, many insurers will expect to see evidence of how firms are adapting to AI and preparing for the future.
Automation in personal injury claims: The evolving legal risks
As automation tools become more sophisticated, they are increasingly used for more complex tasks, such as interpreting evidence and informing case strategy, particular in the PI sector.
A new era of legal operations
What we are seeing in the UK legal market is extraordinary change that will greatly influence how firms operate and compete for years to come.
