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Holly Mieville-Hawkins discusses Inheritance Tax planning with Title Research
In episode six of Topical Talks, Title Research was joined by expert guest, Holly Mieville-Hawkins, Senior Associate at Enable Law. Holly is an expert in the field of Court of Protection work, specialising in making and defending applications.
Free webinar: Understanding environmental risks associated with agricultural transactions
Purchasing land, whether for continued agricultural use, diversification schemes or larger projects such as renewable energy and essential infrastructure can prove complex. Understanding the land’s historic activities alongside any sensitive habitats and other pathways that could affect the land could help to avoid any liability for the land owners
Specific legal guidance for Drone Operator market released
LexisNexis have worked with ARPAS, the UK Drone Association, and Bird & Bird to create what is believed to be the first published template Drone Services Agreement, written specifically to mitigate the legal challenges faced by the drone industry in England and Wales.
Nearly a third of employees are handling more data
A survey conducted by data management business DSA Connect has found that 30% of employees are handling more data and that more than a third (37%) anticipated an increase in both the number and value of data breach fines by 2025.
Find out how you can make working from home easier
You’ve probably had to get used to lots of changes these past few months. The biggest of which for many will have been adapting to working from home.
SiNERIX rebrands to VirtualSignature
Digital identity and verification software vendor, SiNERIX, has launched its upgraded e-signature and digital onboarding platform under the brand name VirtualSignature, with added features for digitally witnessing, electronically signing and sealing deeds.
Get ready for a different solicitors’ PI insurance renewal
Law firms need to be fully prepared for when your professional indemnity (PI) insurance renews as insurers will now be examining firms with a fine-tooth comb. It’s likely that they will ask more questions and request more information than ever before. That’s where we can help you present your firm in the best possible light.
Mid-size law firms embrace big ideas for future
Mid-size law firms are looking for big ideas and are focused on strategy, according to research carried out by LawNet, the collaborative non-profit network.
The new insolvency law – what you need to know
The Corporate Insolvency and Governance Act 2020 was only published on 20 May but received Royal Assent on 1 July. Fast-tracked through Parliament because of the Covid-19 pandemic, it introduces both permanent and temporary changes to the insolvency regime, and represents the biggest shake-up for several years.
Bates Wells replace its Practice Management System with Linetime Liberate
“Positive People. Positive Impact.” Bates Wells certainly live up to their strapline, by forging ahead with an important project to replace its Practice Management systems with the Linetime Liberate solution.
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Accountability has to live within governance, not with one person
The assumption has long been that a COLP or COFA is personally exposed to the consequences of anti-money laundering breaches.
The SRA’s client money reforms: good intentions, questionable execution
On the face of it, the SRA’s plans to tighten protections around client money sounds sensible. The detail, as ever, tells a more complicated story.
Recruitment, retention and reward in the legal accounts world
Understanding the legal finance market is important – not just for those actively involved in it day-to-day but also for leaders within law firms.
