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Landmark Information Group unveils multi-supplier AML capability via LandmarkAgent
Landmark Information Group today announces the launch of a new multi-supplier Anti-Money-Laundering (AML) service for estate agents, providing greater control, operational resilience and uninterrupted compliance as part of its growing LandmarkConnect roadmap.
LEAP Estates launches 2025 Will Writing Trends Report: Gifts, charities, exclusions and much more
LEAP Estates announces the launch of its 2025 Annual Report, offering a comprehensive snapshot of will writing activity and trends across England and Wales.
Contentious probate claims on the rise – where does ATE insurance fit in?
A steady rise in contentious trusts and probate disputes is being reported including claims under the Inheritance Act 1975 and more frequent challenges to the validity of wills.
Search Acumen comments on HMRC property transactions in April
The long Easter break marked an end to the Stamp Duty holiday and the surge in transactional activity that kicked off the year.
ARAG and Maxima combine to support small legal practices
By Legal Futures Associate ARAG In 2021, DAS UK and Maxima—a provider of litigation funding and risk solutions—launched Optimise, a clinical negligence and personal injury scheme specifically designed for smaller legal practices. This scheme has played a crucial role in supporting… Read More
Landmark commercial trends report Q1 2025 – April 2025
Landmark’s Commercial Property Trends Report provides insights into the commercial property transaction pipeline across England, Wales and Scotland.
Smith & Co manage and generate conveyancing quotes in just a few clicks with Hoowla’s Conveyancing Quote Calculator
At the heart of Ipswich, Smith & Co Solicitors has built a reputation for providing dependable legal advice rooted in traditional values, yet with a distinctly modern edge.
Coming soon: SOS Innovate – A new era in legal practice management software
In the coming months, SOS Legal will be introducing SOS Innovate — a powerful new legal software platform built to meet the evolving needs of its user firms.
How SME law firms can tackle the 2025 legal skills shortage
With Gen Z and Millennial lawyers bringing different career expectations and experienced professionals moving toward flexible working or retirement, firms must evolve to attract and retain talent.
Osprey Approach announces another key partnership through latest integration with Katchr
Leading independent legal software provider Osprey Approach is delighted to announce a new partnership with Katchr, bringing seamless integration of Katchr’s powerful business intelligence platform into Osprey.
Blog
Change in regulator shouldn’t make AML less of a priority
While SRA fines for AML have been climbing, many in the profession aren’t confident they will get any relief from the FCA, a body used to dealing with a highly regulated industry.
There are 17 million wills waiting to be written
The main reason cited by people who do not have a will was a lack of awareness as to how to arrange one. As a professional community, we seem to be failing to get our message across.
The case for a single legal services regulator: why the current system is failing
From catastrophic firm collapses to endemic compliance failures, the evidence is mounting that the current multi-regulator model is fundamentally broken.
