Preparing for the Coronavirus
Like many business owners the impact of Coronavirus has been on my mind this weekend. With the possibility of large events being cancelled, public transport affected the disruption could be like nothing we seen in recent memory. Whilst I hope it can be contained, as a Compliance person it won’t surprise you to know I’ve been thinking about planning!
ATE, the STaRs and the importance of judgement
On 25 November 2019, the SRA Standards and Regulations 2019 (STaRs) come into force to replace the SRA Code of Conduct 2011. These changes are the most significant regulatory changes in a generation. The professional obligations for solicitors are subtly altered by the changes.
Software Case Study Video – Star Legal
In this software case study video Huw Jones, Star Legal’s Business & Operations Director, explains how his legal practice management software contributes significantly to the success of the business and what, for him, makes the software stand out from other systems.
Groundsure announces a new trade body, the Conveyancing Information Executive
Groundsure is pleased to confirm today its role as a founding member of the new conveyancing search industry trade body, the Conveyancing Information Executive (CIE). Along with the other founding partners, Groundsure has launched the new trade body in order to continue to progress professional standards surrounding conveyancing searches and the data used within them.
UK facing an “epidemic of scams”
The Martin Lewis Money Show this week reported that the UK is currently facing an epidemic of scams with online ads featuring high profile individuals, including Martin Lewis himself, being used to dupe £millions from the unsuspecting public.
Landmark Legal co-founds Conveyancing Information Executive
Landmark Legal, the property, land and environmental data specialist, has today announced its role as one of the founding members of a brand new trade body for the property search industry; The Conveyancing Information Executive (CIE).
A healthy work/life balance for fee earners
A healthy work/life balance is different from person to person. Whilst work is an important aspect of life for many – it puts a roof over our heads, provides a sense of purpose and feeds our ambitions – it is worth remembering that work is only one ‘part’ of a healthy and balanced lifestyle.
Moneypenny launches live chat visualiser tool
The UK’s leading outsourced communications provider to the legal sector, Moneypenny, has launched an interactive online tool to help firms visualise how a live chat service would look on their website.
