associate news
Blazing a trail
November has seen a number of significant wins for Riliance, and this brings the total number of new clients for the year to over 300 for the market leading compliance software and services provider.
Advanced Computer Software Group wins Tech Company of the Year at UK Tech Awards
Advanced Computer Software Group (Advanced), parent company of Advanced Legal, has won the Tech Company of the Year in the prestigious UK Tech Awards 2014.
Innovation is name of the game for LawNet winners
Innovation was the name of the game at this year’s LawNet awards, with the collaborative network celebrating the contribution of the winning firms who showcased their strategies for success.
PLC experienced commercial manager joins Zebra LC to assist growth
John Humpherson, joins Zebra LC as commercial manager during a period of significant growth for the specialist due diligence and law firm consulting business.
Another success for ARAG at the Personal Injury Awards
ARAG was crowned Personal Injury Insurance Provider of the Year on 12 November, for a third consecutive year and the fourth time in 7 years.
Autumn update – Almost half of all reports to SRA on bogus activity concern identity theft
Lawyer Checker’s AES search provides all conveyancers with the information they need to make an informed decision as to whether to transfer funds to the vendor’s conveyancer or to make further enquiries to the recipient firm themselves.
8 ways ETSOS can help with compliance
Compliance remains a perennial challenge for conveyancers, with no let up on the pressure to conform to standards and respond to threats.
South West law firms mitigate fraud risk with Lawyer Checker
Two of the largest legal providers in the South West, Awdry Bailey and Douglas and Star Legal Solicitors, both synonymous with excellence, have announced that they are committed to having Lawyer Checker as an integral part of their residential conveyancing package.
Gayle McFarlane joins compliance specialists Cordery
Expansion at Cordery continues with Gayle McFarlane joining the firm as partner.
Peppermint Technology triumphs at UK IT Industry Awards
Peppermint Technology, the legal technology innovator, triumphed at the UK IT Industry Awards 2014 by winning the category for best small tech business.
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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.
The power of participation for trainees and apprentices
It’s important as a trainee or an apprentice to get involved in the life of your firm – even under the pressure of discovering how to navigate professional life and now the demands of the SQE.
