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The impact of UK sanctions on Russia for law firms
The UK government and governments around the world have imposed additional and far-reaching sanctions with the aim to persuade Russia to withdraw their position threatening the stability and sovereignty of Ukraine.
The art of virtual presenting
One big casualty of the pandemic is face-to-face meetings, conferences, exhibitions and other events in the legal sector. While some ‘real’ forums have picked up again, others remain ‘virtual’.
Perfect Portal wins Innovation of the Year at the British Conveyancing Awards
By Legal Futures Associate Perfect Portal Perfect Portal was announced as the winner of Innovation of the Year at the British Conveyancing Awards 2022. The company was praised for its cutting-edge digital TA6 Part 1 form, VOF, VOI, and e-signature allowing… Read More
The College of Legal Practice launch an official O Shaped Lawyer course
The College of Legal Practice has partnered with the O Shaped Lawyer to offer a unique, practical and highly flexible course focusing on the O Shaped principles.
Mitigating risk on intestacy: Distribution examples and complex case studies
When someone dies without a Will, it adds additional stress at a time that is already difficult. Legal professionals may come across complexities and delays when dealing with an intestate estate, but there are steps that can be taken to make the process run more smoothly for you and your clients.
Motorcyclist who suffered brain injury at Spanish ‘track day’ set for six-figure damages settlement after High Court ruling
A ‘significant six-figure damages settlement’ is to be awarded to a man who suffered a life-changing brain injury when involved in an accident at a motorcycling ‘track day’ experience in Spain.
Employment law: Hot topics in 2022 you need to know about
The UK government ran a consultation from September to December 2021 on making flexible working the “default position”. The government set out several proposals including…
State of the Market: First4Lawyers launches its annual survey to identify the big issues and the challenges ahead
After a brief hiatus last year, we’re back with our sixth annual survey of lawyers working in the personal injury and clinical negligence sector.
Double bubble at British Conveyancing Awards 2022 for legal tech team at Minerva
A brilliant event and glittering evening that saw the industry come together after what has been a very uncertain and pressured two years for all. To be announced as the winner of the Legal Supplier of the Year is truly an honour and testament to our commitment to the conveyancing industry.
Law firm mergers: Offloading a department before a merger
As the legal market continues to change, solicitors’ mergers and acquisitions are becoming more and more common. Consolidation within the legal market over the past few years has meant that larger firms are taking a greater share of the legal market, providing them with more power to compete.
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Amplifying reach through employee-driven thought leadership
Nine in 10 executives believe thought leadership is critical to building authority, yet only a quarter feel they have implemented a robust strategy.
Divorce escrow: asset sales before final settlement
When significant matrimonial assets are sold before a final financial order is agreed, holding the proceeds safely and neutrally can present real practical challenges.
AML lacks clarity – and standards are suffering
If firms are buckling under the pressure of AML regulations, subject to ever-increasing fines, then something is clearly not working as it should be.
