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Join Lawyer Checker’s free webinar on the threat of cyber crime & fraud
Lawyer Checker are hosting a free webinar on Wednesday 15th May at 11.00am where they will cover the key changes to Conveyancing Quality Scheme (CQS) and Lexcel accreditations which require firms to plan and control for the imminent threat of cyber crime and fraud.
The National Will Register announces a free will registration month in May 2019
May 2019 sees the launch of the first ever Free Will Registration Month. Providing law firms with the opportunity to register their Will Bank with Certainty the National Will Register completely free of charge, which provides many benefits to a law firm and their clients.
Beyond blockchain – distributed ledger technology integration is here
The current property transaction process is riddled with frustration and pain points for everyone. In some regions of the UK, estimates found that buying and selling a house can take nearly eight months. It is a complex and outdated process in need of innovation.
Cyber security report finds more focused and frequent breaches or attacks
The government’s annual Cyber Security Breaches Survey 2019 has revealed that the overall figures for identified data breach or cyber security incidents had decreased from 43% in 2018 to 32% in 2019, however, the average number of known incidents had tripled from two in 2017 to six in 2019.
Unique commercial environmental report for small business retailers launched
Future Climate Info, the Innovative environmental data provider, has today launched a new environmental risk report dedicated to the specific needs of retailers and small businesses.
Carey Olsen achieve impressive results through Peppermint’s Business Development CRM solution
Leading offshore, global law firm Carey Olsen choose Peppermint Technology’s legal CRM software to support their business development objectives.
Commercial conveyancing and cyber security: beyond the basics
For business leaders in the conveyancing sector, ‘Friday Afternoon Fraud’, whereby cyber criminals intercept emails between a conveyancer and client to steal funds intended for a property purchase, is now a widely understood and recognised risk to law firms and their clients. Indeed, authorities and regulators have made great strides in providing detailed guidance on avoiding cyber fraud in property transactions.
Scope of ‘injury to feelings’ expanded
In employment law, awards for ‘injury to feelings’ have historically been permitted only in claims linked to discrimination, whistleblowing, and trade union membership.
Is your Legal Data being held to ransom?
In most industries, the process of transferring software suppliers will involve some degree of migrating data from your current system to a new system. Today’s legal sector is no different, and you would expect your new supplier to charge some sort of fee to complete the transfer.
DPS Spitfire Practice Management Software – The Features & Benefits
Software needs to keep up with the latest trends, and one of the main requirements these days is to provide solutions that are mobile and flexible. The days of 9-5 working are fading fast, and what companies now need are solutions that allow employees to work from different locations during the hours that suit them.
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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.
