associate news
Legal Expenses Insurer strengthens commercial division with new Senior Underwriting Manager
Barrister Matthew Pascall is the latest addition to the expanding commercial team at Temple Legal Protection, joining as Senior Underwriting Manager from November 2017.
LawNet hits new membership high
LawNet, the collaborative, non-profit network for independent law firms, has announced a record intake of new members, taking membership to 71 firms – the highest for 20 years.
Law firm cash flow reaching crisis point: Many firms carrying huge liabilities as under-strain courts system leads to big delays in bill payments
The recent trickle of law firm and legal supplier firm failures could become a stream unless new ways are found to manage severe cash flow problems affecting the industry, according to Martyn Jennings, founder and chief executive of Burcher Jennings and a leading expert on legal costs.
Legal supplier Moneypenny recruits as expansion continues
Moneypenny, a major supplier to the UK’s legal industry, has revealed it has doubled its key account management team during 2017 and is further recruiting from across the North West for its fast growing business development team.
Are your firm’s recording methods up to date?
Whilst complaints are unfavourable for any business to receive, they form a natural part of working life. As well as seeing them as a way to improve and grow, it’s also important to ensure that they’re recorded correctly in line with regulatory requirements.
Will We See You at The Conveyancing Association Conference 2017?
Lawyer Checker is pleased to be attending this year’s annual conference and dinner hosted by the Conveyancing Association (CA).
Fieldfisher Announces Record H1 Performance and 20% Revenue Growth, Underpinned by New ERP Solution, LexisOne
European law firm, Fieldfisher, has announced a record H1 revenue performance of £76.8 million, representing growth of 20%. This growth has been driven organically by attracting lateral hires and opening new offices. Underpinning this impressive performance is Fieldfisher’s new ERP solution from LexisNexis® Enterprise Solutions, LexisOne™, which went live in June this year.
Budget 2017: First Time Buyers Stamp Duty Changes Live on Hoowla
The headline point in today’s budget was the announcement that stamp duty will be abolished from today for first-time buyers purchasing properties costing up to £300,000. First time buyers purchasing a house worth up to £500,000 will not have to pay stamp duty on the first £300,000, which HM Treasury estimates will take 80% of first-time buyers out of stamp duty altogether.
Peppermint Technology are winners in the Deloitte Technology Fast 50 for the second year running
Award winning legal cloud innovator Peppermint Technology are proud to be recognised, for the second year running, in the Deloitte Technology Fast 50 at their award ceremony in London on Thursday 16th 2017.
Spire’s strategy secures top slot at LawNet’s awards
Norfolk firm Spire headed the list of legal innovators recognised for their achievements in this year’s LawNet awards.
Blog
Modern vehicles: new injury profiles and new legal challenges
As the number of electric vehicles on UK roads continues to grow year-on-year, it is important to address the risks that come with their increased adoption.
The SRA needs to admit it got it wrong about SLAPPs
The High Court judgment in Ashley Hurst v SRA in January raises serious questions about the regulator’s approach to allegations of SLAPP-like behaviour.
Why menopause support belongs on every law firm’s agenda
Progression in the law slows significantly as women approach senior leadership. Most will be at the height of their careers around the average age menopause symptoms begin.
