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The reputational risk of not making a referral
Posted by Dave Seager, consulting adviser to Legal Futures Associate SIFA Professional It would not be contentious to suggest that solicitors, both as individuals and as firms, are naturally risk averse. Perhaps this is understandable from a profession that is dealing with the… Read More
No one available to take your call? Why firms are losing potential customers
As many as one in five new enquiries to law firms do not get a response. It’s a surprising and somewhat shocking statistic when you consider the significant sums many firms spend on marketing.
The human dimension of regulating lawyers
The vast majority of professionals are not involved in corruption or intentional wrongdoing, but many will need support at points to achieve and maintain the high standards of compliance we demand.
Navigating career transitions in law
A solicitor’s career path can be a long one, with many twists and turns that can lead to more fulfilling work and greater success – but sometimes into a dead end.
From pouring pints to poring over contracts: what SQE did for me
My legal journey started with a dropped grade at GCSE. One of my 12 GCSEs was a ‘B’ in chemistry; not high enough to study the subject at A-Level, at my school, at least. Bang went my ambition to be a vet.
Supporting in-house teams as they integrate within businesses
As the role of in-house legal teams shifts towards the centre of business decision making the support needed from its law firms and alternative legal services providers is changing.
LPAs – are you working with the right financial planning partner?
If you are not receiving constant referrals from your financial planning partners, then are you not working with the right partners. Or are they perhaps not true financial planners at all?
The business benefits of will-writing for charity
A recent survey revealed that 59% of the population do not have paperwork protecting their loved ones in the event of their death.
Strategic priorities for SME law firms: How to remain competitive
Our expert panel took a critical look at how firms can achieve their objectives, including how to enhance client service, become more data-driven, and improve profitability.
Deepfake evidence – are you ready?
The growing awareness and popularity of deepfake material means litigators will soon be facing challenges like never before.
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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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