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Markets 2017: Half-time report
Half yearly investment update from Saunderson House’s Investment Director, Chris Sexton.
Hudgell Solicitors buys Josie Robinson Solicitors and looks to develop new work areas in growing London practice
Experienced clinical negligence specialist Josie Robinson has joined Hudgell Solicitors’ growing London practice as the firm seeks to benefit from her expertise and expand its client work into new areas.
May’s miscalculation and market response
Investment update in response to last week’s UK General Election result, from Saunderson House’s Investment Director, Chris Sexton.
Hung parliament: Impact on personal finance
The unpredictable result of last week’s election has left everyone wondering, what next? Oliver Cheng, Chartered Financial Planner, comments on the potential impact on personal finances.
Eclipse Legal Systems selected as an Approved G-Cloud supplier
Eclipse Legal Systems, the sole Law Society Endorsed legal software provider, today announced it has been approved as a supplier on the latest version of the Crown Commercial Services’ (CCS) procurement framework, G-Cloud 9.
Hoowla and Index Property Information partner for first class software
Conveyancing case management software provider Hoowla is delighted to announce that they have partnered with Index Property Information, a leading provider of searches and reports for the conveyancing industry.
Concert’s Secret Shopper 2017 is now available
The Legal Services Communication Report 2017 sets out to discover the best (and not so good) practices in communication among some of the UK’s top law firms. Our research has expanded again this year and we believe it’s fair to say that most legal communication is still inadequate.
Search Acumen comments on ONS UK House Price Index, April 2017
In the wake of a general election that saw housing affordability issues come to the fore, an uplift in house price growth from March and April will be met with mixed reactions during an already turbulent time.
Encompass Corporation gains international standard for Information Security Management
Leading Powerlist RegTech company, Encompass Corporation, has gained ISO/IEC 27001 – 2013 certification.
OneSearch Direct form alliance with global AML experts GBG
OneSearch Direct, the largest local search data company in the UK, today announced their affiliation with GBG, the global specialist in identity data intelligence. As part of an ongoing mission to combat ID fraud, OneSearch Direct now offers fully integrated GBG Anti-Money Laundering and Document Checks on their online ordering platform, allowing for strengthened levels of compliance. With access to reference data for more than 4 billion people around the world, it is easier than ever to complete the Know Your Customer (KYC) process digitally.
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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.
