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Government response to Lammy review a ‘missed opportunity’
The Chartered Institute of Legal Executives (CILEx) has expressed disappointment that no new action has been announced to improve the diversity of the judiciary in the Government’s response to the Lammy Review.
International Legal Practice Osborne Clarke Leads the Way as the First EMEA Firm to Implement iManage with Microsoft Office 2016 and Windows 10
iManage, the company dedicated to transforming how professionals work, today announced that international legal practice Osborne Clarke – a renowned firm with more than 700 lawyers in 25 international locations – is leading the legal community as the first EMEA law firm to implement iManage Work Product Management with Microsoft Office 2016 and Windows 10.
Ethics for Law Firms: A refresher for practitioners & law firm employees
Ethical practice is central to the work of all lawyers. Without a high standard of integrity our clients and the wider public will lose trust in the profession.
SSB Solicitors signs up to SOS Connect
Specialist entertainment industry law firm SSB Solicitors has signed up to SOS Connect from Solicitors Own Software after conducting a search for “best of breed” legal software.
Oh yes they do! Lawyers swap suits for panto costumes as they sponsor special Cinderella performance at Forum Theatre
Insolvency lawyers from Chester-based legal practice Aaron & Partners swapped their suits for panto costumes as they got into character for a specially tailored performance of Cinderella at the city’s Forum Theatre.
Spanish Property And The Implications for Estate Administrators
House building in Spain in the 1990s and early 2000s was a boom time, and British daytime TV reflected this, with programmes highlighting the investment opportunities and the dream of the second home in a sunny climate.
Tikit Carpe Diem delivers timekeeping platform of choice for law firms
More than 50 per cent of Tikit’s North American law firm clients have migrated to its new generation Carpe Diem timekeeping platform since its introduction two years ago, the business announced today. Tikit is a leading provider of technology solutions for law and professional services firms, and currently a further twenty per cent of its clients are in the process of upgrading to the new platform. Several new firms have also recently joined the Carpe Diem family including Atlanta-based IP boutique Meunier Carlin & Curfman LLC.
Legal Eye strengthens team with new appointment
Continuing to grow, the Legal Eye team are pleased to announce the appointment of their newest member. Joining as Director of Business Development, Jody Evans is set to bring with her over a decade of professional industry experience.
Local Authority and the Lost Will
Back in July we reported on a Certainty Will search that was undertaken by the Environmental Health Department at East Cambridgeshire Council who deal with ‘lone’ deceased persons. The Certainty Will Search identified an ‘unknown’ Will which had been registered with Certainty the National Will Register by a law firm.
How you can help to deliver more consumer-friendly legal services
CILEx Regulation is consulting on bold new measures to make the legal services market more consumer friendly for individuals and small businesses. With seven days left of the consultation, the clock is ticking for your opportunity to get involved.
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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.
