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Enhancing productivity: How legal software boosts billable hours
Legal practice management software can be a game-changer in this regard, streamlining your workflow and maximising billable hours.
Restraint order for academic who sued chambers over website reference
The High Court has imposed a three-year extended civil restraint order on a former academic who has been pursuing Cloisters Chambers over a reference to him on its website.
Private equity in the legal sector: A challenge to conventional firms
When discussing private equity or other external investors in law firms, it’s fair to say that many in the legal sector are sceptical, considering them to be ‘ruthless asset strippers’.
A cheaper route to qualifying? ULaw unveils SQE pricing
The University of Law has unveiled a range of courses to prepare students for SQE, costing from £500 to £16,500 – the latter being little different from the existing legal practice course.
High Court grants barrister her “dying wish” and halves suspension
The High Court has granted the “dying wish” of a barrister, suspended by a Bar disciplinary tribunal, that she should end her life as a practising member of the profession.
Investment for legal apps amid call for government support
Legal tech continues to attract investment, with money for a new wills app and the more established The Link App, but it must be able to benefit from a new coronavirus support package for tech companies.
SRA: “Solicitors conceal disability for fear of harming careers”
Many disabled solicitors have downplayed the extent of their disability because they don’t trust law firms to treat them equally with their able colleagues, new research has revealed.
Bar investigates training on how to deal with suicidal clients
The Bar Council is to explore how to deliver training to barristers about dealing with suicidal clients after a family law practitioner related her own harrowing experiences confronting the issue.
Teal Compliance nominated for a Modern Law Award
Teal Compliance, a leading consultancy specialising in supporting Law Firms with the rules and regulations they have to follow, and are market leaders in delivering engaging training in anti money laundering and compliance.
“Urgent need” to help hard-hit rural law firms in Wales
The Welsh Government should develop and implement as soon as possible a detailed strategy to “reinvigorate the rural and post-industrial legal sector” in Wales, a major report has recommended.
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Five reasons why diversity and inclusion are important in law firms
Diversity and inclusion, along with equality and equity, are increasingly common terms we encounter in professional life. This is why you should prioritise them to reap substantial rewards.
Keeping the conversation going beyond Pride Month
As I reflect on all the celebrations of Pride Month 2024, I ask myself why there remains hesitancy amongst LGBTQ+ staff members about when it comes to being open about their identity in the workplace.
Third-party managed accounts: Your key questions answered
The Solicitors Regulation Authority has given strong indications that it is headed towards greater restrictions on law firms when it comes to handling client money.
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