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Law firm goes high tech with new 4k video
Stephensons Solicitors LLP has become an early adopter of ultra high-definition 4k video for its website.
Saunderson House nominated for Magic Circle Awards
Saunderson House is pleased to announce that the firm has been shortlisted for The Magic Circle Awards 2015 as Financial Advisory Firm of the Year.
Top tips for testing business continuity plans in law firms
With Business Continuity Week taking place this week, ConvergeTS is urging firms to take the opportunity to review and test their business continuity plans.
Advanced Legal urges firms to act now as Windows Server 2003 nears end-of-life
Legal firms could compromise the security of their clients’ data and their professional reputation unless they migrate from Windows Server 2003 to an alternative platform, warns leading software provider, Advanced Legal.
CPD changes for all SRA regulated firms
In May 2014 the SRA adopted its recommended plan for the reform of the CPD system that has governed the continuing education requirements for solicitors since 1985.
BBC R4 give fake law firms top billing
Lawyer Checker investigates BBC Radio 4 You and Yours claim that as an industry scam alerts and reports of fraudsters have doubled in 2014 from the previous year.
Laird evolution into languages
Laird Expert launched ‘Laird Languages’ providing Interpretation, Translation and Witness Statement services across the UK about a year ago.
New solicitor for Irwin Mitchell’s property litigation team
The Sheffield-based property litigation team at national law firm Irwin Mitchell has added to its expertise with the appointment of solicitor Joanne Shaw.
LHD Solicitors chooses Eclipse Proclaim
Criminal law specialist, LHD Solicitors, to implement Eclipse’s Proclaim Practice Management Solution.
Year end tax planning checklist
With Christmas over and tax returns for 2013/14 perhaps only just filed thoughts of checking your tax position for the 2014/15 tax year may not be top of your list.
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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.
