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Only 3% of law firm’s support structures unchanged since 2022, BigHand research finds
BigHand is excited to announce the release of its latest research on legal support teams. BigHand has conducted annual surveys gathering responses from over 800 senior legal professionals over the last four years.
The five best practices needed for building a high-performance culture, as recommended by legal-sector experts
Building high performing teams is a top challenge this year. 57% of law firm leaders surveyed in LPM’s 2024 Frontiers report said recruiting and retaining talent has become more, or significantly more, challenging.
Government to reverse decision in PACCAR
On the 4th of March the Rt. Hon. Alex Chalk MP, the Lord Chancellor and Secretary State for Justice, made a statement in the House of Commons
Speaking my language: A guide to some of the most commonly used marketing terms
Marketing in the digital age can sometimes feel like it has a language all of its own, and with new words and phrases cropping up all the time, it can be difficult to keep up.
Leading legal technology provider Bundledocs announce appointment of Joshua Davies as Customer Support Manager
Bundledocs, the leading cloud-based document bundling software provider, has today announced the appointment of Joshua Davies as Customer Support Manager.
Law firm wellbeing definition from insurers and banks
The ILFM held its Spring Law Firm Management Online Forum on 23 April and our panel of speakers included Colin Taylor from Howden Group, Brian Rogers from Access Group, and Dave Weaver from NatWest. I chaired the event and angled some pertinent questions to them, receiving insightful answers.
Unlocking efficiency: Hirschler transforms legal budgeting and forecasting with BigHand
Leading midsized US law firm Hirschler has implemented BigHand to automate its budgeting and forecasting, making the process more efficient, accurate and productive.
A lawyer’s guide to Artificial Intelligence
Clio’s guide A Lawyer’s Guide to Artificial Intelligence presents a comprehensive overview of the transformative role of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in the legal profession.
Ocean Homes choose Hoowla Case Management’s conveyancing software
At Hoowla, we’re always excited to work with innovative companies that challenge traditional business models. Ocean is a brilliant example of a unique organisation that combines an estate agency with conveyancing services. This fusion allows their estate agency to easily feed into their conveyancing department, creating a cohesive and efficient workflow for themselves and their clients.
Legal Project Management: optimising workflows
For enterprise law firms managing large-scale matters efficiently and effectively can be a constant challenge. Whether it’s complex litigation, corporate mergers, or regulatory compliance, these endeavours demand meticulous attention to detail, strategic planning, and flawless execution. This is where Legal Project Management (LPM) comes into play.
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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.
