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A Liverpool based legal support network has received a prestigious accolade for its outstanding contributions to the industry
The National Legal Alliance (NLA) was honoured at the UK Legal Awards 2024 as the ‘Best Law Firm Support Network’ for its pioneering efforts in offering quality networking opportunities to legal professionals.
Outstanding achievement award for Millicent Grant at National Paralegal Awards
By Legal Futures Associate CILEX The National Paralegal Awards, which celebrates the epitome of paralegal talent, has this year honoured Millicent Grant KC (Hon) with an outstanding achievement award, paying homage to her continuous plight to make the legal profession accessible… Read More
Are SME law firms right to increase their tech spend?
Amy Bruce, head of marketing at Osprey Approach, unpacks the Bellwether report findings against the lessons learned from Osprey’s Empowering Law Firm Leaders podcast.
Planning for hybrid working
A look at some of the key factors to consider when making the move to hybrid working, including the technology, management and people issues, along with the growing role played by dictation solutions.
Elevate your expertise: Finders International launches new development hub
Finders International is proud to introduce its newest platform, the Finders International Development Hub.
Top ten tips for securing your dictation systems
We provide a series of tips for keeping your digital dictation and speech to text files secure, guarding against data breaches caused by employee errors or unauthorised access by hackers.
What to look for in a practice and case management system
By Legal Futures Associate OneAdvanced Considering a new practice and case management system for your law firm can be both an exciting and daunting proposition. The potential to improve your legal practice and reach your goals faster meets questions around suitability,… Read More
Experienced catastrophic injury specialist David Sears joins Hudgell Solicitors
Experienced catastrophic injury specialist David Sears says Hudgell Solicitors’ ever-enhancing reputation were the reasons behind joining what he describes as a ‘firm on the up’.
Proceeds of sale/divorce: What duty do you owe a client who will be receiving a large deposit from your client account? Towards zero-risk
Does a firm’s duties extend to ensuring that the client understands the risks posed to their hard-earned funds by such an arrangement? We think so.
First4Lawyers announces strategic leadership appointments to drive growth
First4Lawyers Group has appointed its first chief commercial officer and a new sales director as it gears up for further expansion.
Blog
Containing the spread of unapproved AI
Nearly 60% of fee-earners admit to using unapproved tools (like free versions of ChatGPT). Yet 68% of firm leaders are confident there is zero risk of unapproved AI being used for client work.
When AI adoption goes wrong, costs add up fast
City AM recently reported that London is fighting to claim the title of ‘global capital of legal AI’. However, it’s crucial we remember that adoption alone does not create value.
Gen Z lawyers vs identity, sacrifice and success
This conversation began with my training principal, who admitted something many senior lawyers quietly feel: “I struggle to understand what motivates Gen Z lawyers.”
