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LexisNexis responds to changes in the law with new pensions product
LexisNexis UK has announced the launch of LexisPSL Pensions, the latest addition to its legal intelligence product LexisPSL. Designed as a single online resource with both practical guidance and key primary sources, LexisPSL Pensions enables pension lawyers to practice with confidence, work more efficiently and save time.
PSG announced as exclusive sponsors of the Law Society CQS networking events in March
PSG, one of the market-leading providers of property searches and reports to the legal and conveyancing sectors, has been confirmed as exclusive sponsor of the Law Society’s Conveyancing Quality Scheme networking events in March 2012.
LexisNexis answers customer requests for on-the-move access via iPad and iPhone
LexisNexis UK has announced the release of its first UK legal applications. Combining the trusted content of LexisNexis and the ease of use and seamless design of mobile applications, LexisNexis is proud to be the first major content provider to create apps for its UK subscribers: Legal Terms and On the Case.
Tikit helps Linklaters implement global template and Microsoft Office 2010 upgrade
Tikit, one of the largest independent suppliers of IT solutions to law firms, has announced that it provided the software and related services for a global template update as part of a Microsoft Office 2010 upgrade for Linklaters LLP, one of the world’s leading law firms.
LexisNexis releases online resource for criminal lawyers
LexisNexis UK, a leading provider of content and technology solutions, has announced the launch of LexisPSL Crime, the latest module of the practice productivity product LexisPSL.
National law firm TLT rolls out SOS Connect
National law firm TLT has rolled out SOS Connect from Solicitors Own Software (SOS) for accounting and practice management. The firm intends to maximise the use of new features and provide input to SOS’s ongoing software development programme to support continuous improvement and greater efficiency throughout the firm.
SOS launches resources website to share voices of law firm success and stimulate a business critical debate
Solicitors Own Software (SOS), the independent provider of legal software to mid-sized firms, has launched a new multi-media resource portal for law firms seeking to learn from the successes of others as they face the challenges of the new legal landscape.
DAS Group grows significantly as results show return to profit
The DAS UK Group increased gross written premiums by 16% in 2011, returning a profit of almost £7m after tax.
ETSOS searches for more in 2012
To mark its second birthday, online search provider and conveyancing technology specialist, ETSOS, has reported a slump-busting start to 2012, with search volumes up by 107% compared to the same period in 2011. The jump in figures is partly attributable to increased user numbers – but also partly to the ‘one click’ search facility offered by the ETSOS system.
RJW deal shows firms have a realisable value – and are getting "real" about business, say experts
Slater & Gordon’s takeover of Russell Jones & Walker is evidence that law firms are “joining the real business world” and that there is realisable value in legal practices, leading consultants have said.
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Change in regulator shouldn’t make AML less of a priority
While SRA fines for AML have been climbing, many in the profession aren’t confident they will get any relief from the FCA, a body used to dealing with a highly regulated industry.
There are 17 million wills waiting to be written
The main reason cited by people who do not have a will was a lack of awareness as to how to arrange one. As a professional community, we seem to be failing to get our message across.
The case for a single legal services regulator: why the current system is failing
From catastrophic firm collapses to endemic compliance failures, the evidence is mounting that the current multi-regulator model is fundamentally broken.
