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Instilling a culture of productivity in your legal practice

31 May 2022

Covid has had a major impact on legal services. It has seen increased digitalisation across the profession and instilled the need for law firms to be more productive. In just two years there has been twenty years’ worth of modernisation.


Casedo is delighted to announce the forthcoming release of its latest software update, Casedo v1.9

30 May 2022

It’s been six months since the most recent update, which included more colour and better page control for those using Casedo for both Document Analysis and E-Bundling. The new version of Casedo will include a more granular export option and additional workflow features.


A quick guide to using interpreters for solicitors

27 May 2022

If you are a solicitor requiring assistance of an interpreter, we understand you may have some questions. If you and your clients do not speak the same language, you will need an interpreter to communicate between each other as swiftly and accurately as possible. However, there are different ways of interpreting. In this article, we provide a guide to working with interpreters, including types of interpreting and our top tips for working with interpreters.


Rise in contentious probate work in London area

27 May 2022

In an article on News on the Block, Bishop & Sewell LLP says the growth in property prices may have made it more attractive for claimants to contest probate as there is so much more money at stake.


Solicitor referral arrangements: How to maintain independence and compliance

27 May 2022

Our recent webinar looked at a number of important topics related to the involvement of law firms and solicitors in referral arrangements with external third parties. In this article we cover the rules under which law firms have to operate, common issues found in referral arrangements and agreements, and how firms can avoid problems going forward.


Applying for a Statutory Will: When should I instruct a genealogist?

26 May 2022

When a Statutory Will is written on the behalf of an individual who has lost capacity, there are many things to be considered. Title Research’s new blog discusses when these Wills should be made, the application and execution process, and a Statutory Will case study.


Access Legal launches digital workspace for law firms looking to overcome fragmented frustrations

24 May 2022

Access Legal, part of The Access Group, is helping UK law firms navigate an increasingly competitive market and growing economic pressures with the launch of Access Workspace for Legal.


Another Proclaim user firm selects VirtualSignature to automate its Claims process

23 May 2022

Personal Injury law firm Jones Kinvig Lawyers has selected VirtualSignature as the company continues its investment in technology to provide clients with a responsive, efficient service when dealing with their RTA, accidents at work, trips and slips and housing disrepair claims.


Free Networking and legal discussion event: Innovate Legal London

20 May 2022

This 9 June, Clio—the world’s leading provider of cloud-based legal practice management software—will be bringing its first in-person UK event in over two years to London. The Innovate Legal London event will provide an evening of networking and discussion for legal practitioners and law firm owners.


Lawtons choose PracticeEvolve to manage clients more effectively

20 May 2022

Lawtons Solicitors have selected PracticeEvolve in order to maximise new business opportunities, from initial enquiry to onboarding through to the final bill.

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Why is Andrew Malkinson still paying for a crime he didn’t commit?

Like many in my profession and beyond, I have been moved by the case of Andrew Malkinson, the man who spent 17 years in prison for an awful crime he did not commit.


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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

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