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Law firm profitability: Surviving economic uncertainty
Law firm profitability is necessary for effective business growth and development. Many businesses within the legal services industry are currently facing financial difficulties due to recent law reforms, the pandemic, and the current cost of living crisis. We even have a recession to look forward to which is being forecast to last up to two years. However, such difficult times can also provide opportunities for businesses to evolve and thrive, and it is now more important than ever to take control of your law firm’s financial health to ensure continued profitability and to stimulate growth. ARC Costs have provided advice on key areas you can focus on to help improve your law firm and increase profits for your firm.
Inheritance Tax freezes this winter until 2028 and hits more people with an IHT bill
Following the recent Autumn Statement announcement that the Inheritance Tax threshold will be frozen until 2028, we look at whether this is positive or negative for the average person.
BHP law selects Access Legal as holistic provider to support digital transformation
With an ambition to achieve its long-term growth and strategic objectives by improving the client experience and internal operations, one of the largest law firms in the North East has chosen legal technology specialist…
Bennett Oakley Solicitors exceed customer expectations with Redbrick Solutions conveyancing case management
Bennett Oakley Solicitors first opened their doors in 1957 and continue to take pride in their dedicated service to both private clients and commercial law matters.
Put your general knowledge to the test with the return of the Great Legal Quiz for 2022
This 30 November, London Legal Support Trust (in collaboration with Access to Justice Foundation) are inviting you to hold a quiz at your workplace or attend their in-person one in London.
Inheritance Tax – amend it, abolish it or not?
Inheritance tax (IHT) is possibly one of the most talked about taxes (after Income Tax) in the UK. For some, it is the most unpopular tax; for others, it is the most justifiable tax.
Six things to consider when buying legal software
As a leading supplier of legal accounts and practice management software in the UK, our Executive Chairman Julian Bryan advises on the primary considerations during the software procurement process.
Turn customers into advocates with easy online reviews
Perfect Portal has teamed up with online review site ReviewSolicitors to make it easier than ever for law firm clients to shout about the brilliant service they’ve received.
InfoTrack closes in on 900,000 digital AP1s and announces prize draw for 1,000,000th submission
Digital conveyancing leader, InfoTrack has announced they will shortly have helped their clients submit 900,000 AP1 submissions since they launched their digital AP1 service six years ago. The 30 November 2022 is the deadline set by HMRC for conveyancers to make the digital switch.
One in ten Brits now expect to have nothing to leave to loved ones when they pass away, due to rising living costs
Rising living costs are not only impacting the quality of life experienced by millions of people at the moment, but they’re also set to significantly impact the financial legacy that many hope to leave behind when they pass away.
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What is tech bloat and why is it a problem for law firms?
Too many law firms are adopting shiny new tech without first retiring their legacy systems, causing duplication and unnecessary costs.
The civil courts and the digital divide
Despite the government’s decision to increase Ministry of Justice funding, its budget for 2025-26 is still 14% lower in real terms than in 2007-08.
The Decent Homes Standard scandal
It is well established that the UK has the highest proportion of inadequate housing in all of Europe. But what if the heart of the problem is even worse than we think?
