associate news
Harcourt Chambers selects hosted chambers management solution from Advanced Legal
Harcourt Chambers has signed a three year contract with Advanced Legal (Advanced) for the provision of its market leading chambers management solution, MLC.
Law Society to face negligent misrepresentation action in 2015
We have long been aware of and talking about the case where innocent purchaser Nick Christofi lost over 700k to criminals who had set up a fake branch office in order to steal his house purchase funds.
Conveyancers’ optimism cools, reveals SearchFlow’s Sentiment Survey
Latest research from SearchFlow, the UK’s leading conveyancing search provider, suggests that the property market is continuing to cool, with some conveyancers reporting a slowdown in business and as a consequence there is also less optimism within the industry.
How to grow and diversify your business with Eclipse Proclaim Practice Management system
Curtis Law Solicitors chooses Eclipse Proclaim Practice Management system to provide a flexible and future-proof environment.
‘Opt-out’ late payment fine system called for to improve SMEs cash flow crisis
Research reveals the average micro-SME is £68,000 in debt, largely caused by late payment. Debt Guard Solicitors believe compulsory daily interest charges should be made law to punish businesses that pay late, unless they ‘opt-out’.
Redbrick Solutions to help firms improve profit margins in 2015
Amid intense price competition how can firms improve fee income per chargeable hour in 2015? Redbrick Solutions look at PwC’s 2014 Law Firm Annual Survey.
Setting firms up for success with the new Precedent H module from DPS
DPS have introduced a powerful new Precedent H billing system into Outlook Office as part of their continuing efforts to enable modern legal businesses to manage costs more efficiently.
Quill-ETSOS integrated conveyancing solution drives up standards and boosts profitability
Quill Pinpoint has partnered with ETSOS to fully integrate the ETSOS online conveyancing platform into its award-winning interactive practice management and legal accounts software.
Legal app breaks new ground with digital signature
A new version of an award-winning legal app now includes a revolutionary feature designed to further enhance its security, functionality and effectiveness; as well as ensuring greater convenience to adopting firms’ clients.
Coole & Haddock invests in the future with SOS Connect
Sussex law firm Coole & Haddock has signed up to SOS Connect from Solicitors Own Software (SOS) as part of its ongoing organic growth plans.
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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.
