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Smith & Co manage and generate conveyancing quotes in just a few clicks with Hoowla’s Conveyancing Quote Calculator
At the heart of Ipswich, Smith & Co Solicitors has built a reputation for providing dependable legal advice rooted in traditional values, yet with a distinctly modern edge.
Coming soon: SOS Innovate – A new era in legal practice management software
In the coming months, SOS Legal will be introducing SOS Innovate — a powerful new legal software platform built to meet the evolving needs of its user firms.
How SME law firms can tackle the 2025 legal skills shortage
With Gen Z and Millennial lawyers bringing different career expectations and experienced professionals moving toward flexible working or retirement, firms must evolve to attract and retain talent.
Osprey Approach announces another key partnership through latest integration with Katchr
Leading independent legal software provider Osprey Approach is delighted to announce a new partnership with Katchr, bringing seamless integration of Katchr’s powerful business intelligence platform into Osprey.
Why speed of response is the new competitive advantage for law firms
As the way clients engage with legal services continues to evolve, so do the factors that influence whether a firm secures new instructions or misses out entirely. One of the most influential factors for firms is the speed of response.
This is how AI processes a consumer claim in 300 seconds
In an industry where traditional claims can take days, if not weeks, OCC’s AI-powered Claims Platforms are redefining speed and simplicity.
Celebrating legal support staff: The operational backbone of the legal industry
Our latest report, BigHand Legal Workflow Leadership Report 2025, shines a spotlight on support staff value.
Retaining talent: How law firms can overcome the skills shortage
Download this white paper and to discover how small to mid-sized firms can tackle the talent shortage and create a thriving, future-proof workplace that keeps the best lawyers engaged and motivated.
Brabners completes HQ overhaul with Liverpool refurbishment
Purpose-led independent law firm Brabners has completed a major refurbishment of its 30,000sq ft Liverpool office at Horton House, within the city’s iconic Grade II listed Exchange Flags building.
2025 UK midsize law firm priorities: talent, tech, and change
Midsize law firms in the UK find themselves at a critical inflection point. With mounting economic pressures, firm leaders must carefully assess their priorities and investment strategies to remain competitive.
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Regulate sole practices on evidence, not turnover
For a sole practice, the SRA’s plan that I cannot hold a compliance role if my firm has more than £600,000 of turnover is not a measure of risk. It is a ceiling on growth.
Is Google becoming pay-to-play for law firms?
For years, law firms have been told that SEO is the long-term alternative to paying for every click. That principle hasn’t disappeared but search results have changed significantly.
Material information and the case for intelligent client onboarding
Upfront information means work traditionally undertaken after an offer is accepted will need to happen earlier. And that fundamentally changes the role of client onboarding.
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