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Ten questions to ask a potential financial planning partner

28 October 2024

The Solicitors Regulation Authority’s codes of conduct are clear how crucial proper due diligence is when assessing third-party partners.


Seasonal law firm marketing: is it worth it?

24 October 2024

Marketing is essential for any law firm looking to attract clients and build its brand. One such strategy that has gained traction in recent years is seasonal marketing.


The state of the UK conveyancing market in 2024

22 October 2024

Last year saw significant headwinds for the conveyancing market, with falling transaction volumes and rising interest rates. But what does it mean for conveyancers and what opportunities lie ahead?


The severe lack of housing lawyers risks undermining renters’ reforms

18 October 2024

A new bill introduced into Parliament last month will “rebalance the relationship between tenant and landlord” and give greater security for 11 million renters.


Unbundled legal services: opportunities, risks and disclaimers

15 October 2024

Unbundled legal services, often referred to as ‘limited scope’ or ‘discrete task’ representation’, have gained traction in recent years as a response to the rising demand for affordable legal assistance.


Taking a compliance-driven approach to enhance PII renewal

11 October 2024

Adopting a compliance-driven approach can significantly streamline and improve the professional indemnity insurance renewal process, as firms now begin to look forward to 2025.


Compliance in the age of technology

9 October 2024

Does keeping up with best practice for your law firm in compliance, finance and risk management keep you awake at night? If so, you are not alone.


Continuing competence still in the SRA’s headlights

7 October 2024

The SRA’s second annual assessment of continuing competence leaves lawyers and COLPs in little doubt that the regulatory spotlight is still firmly on whether skills and knowledge are being maintained.


How the Oldham community helped my law firm against rioters

1 October 2024

On the evening of 7 August, we anxiously watched CCTV footage from outside the building, waiting for the mob. Our blood ran cold when we saw a group of around 150 people approaching.


Essential tips for junior lawyers

27 September 2024

Starting out as a junior lawyer can be daunting, with the challenge of balancing the demanding day-to-day responsibilities, honing legal skills, and engaging in profile-raising activities.

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Firms need to move faster on AI pricing

Law firms are trying to rethink pricing while still operating on business models fundamentally built around time.


The overlooked hate crime reform in Crime & Policing Act

Reforms introduced by the Crime and Policing Act 2026 mark a significant development in hate crime law in England and Wales, recognising hostility related to sex as an aggravated offence.


The SRA’s strict liability gamble has failed. Good

The Court of Appeal handed down its judgment in Dentons v SRA on 27 April, and the profession is right to welcome it. It is the second time in short succession that the court has corrected the SRA.


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