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The results are in: Financial Benchmarking Survey 2024
Law firms are weathering an adverse financial environment, reporting a growth in fee income despite falling chargeable hours, according to our Leadership and Management Section Financial Benchmarking Survey 2024.
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CMA issue call for inputs on its review of the Transport block exemption regulation
CMA issue call for Inputs in relation to its review of the Rail, Road and Inland Waterway Transport block exemption regulation
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CMA virtual roundtable on how competition law applies to environmental sustainability agreements
In this video roundtable, the CMA provide guidance on collaborating on environmental and sustainability goals
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New guide on the Building Safety Act published
The Law Society’s Conveyancing and Land Law Committee have produced a guide for members on the Building Safety Act 2022
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Annual update on competition policy in the UK and EU
Professor Richard Whish provides his annual update on developments in UK and EU competition policy
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CMA’s approach to monitoring
The Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) is seeking views on the approach proposed by the Subsidy Advice Unit for its monitoring function
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Roundtable: Opportunities and risks for law firms (Thursday 14 March 2024, Manchester)
The Law Society’s Risk and Compliance Section invites you to a roundtable in Manchester supported by DAC Beachcroft on the topic of ‘Opportunities and Risks for Law Firms’.
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Temporary changes to the probate service
From 14 February 2024, HMCTS will be temporarily changing the opening hours for the probate enquiry phoneline
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PACCAR v Competition Appeal Tribunal (24 January, Online)
The Dispute Resolution Section touched upon PACCAR v Competition Appeal Tribunal in the upcoming webinar on trends to watch out for in commercial dispute resolution in 2024.
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CMA update on labour markets, competition rules and employer responsibility
The Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) provided Competition Section members with an update on labour markets, competition rules and employer responsibility
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Bar Council Networking Event for Junior Solicitors and Barristers (Thursday 29th February, London)
Register your interest now
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Quarterly pulse survey Q3 (July to September 2023)
Discover insights into small and medium-sized firms’ experiences of Q3 2023, including levels of business confidence, changes in matter starts and billing, and interest rates on client funds.
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The Law Commission announces new consultation into digital wills and marriage law
The Law Commission last sought views about these topics in 2017.
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Financial Benchmarking Survey 2024
Submissions to the Financial Benchmarking Survey 2024 closed on Friday 29 September. Firms that took part will receive a free tailored financial report.
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Zenplans - Private Client Section supporter
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Quarterly pulse survey report Q2 (April to June 2023)
For the last 20 years, we’ve carried out an annual Financial Benchmarking Survey. It’s the leading survey for medium-sized and smaller firms (SMEs) in England and Wales, providing participants with a bespoke report showing how their firm compares to similar firms.
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HMCTS communications and engagement survey
HMCTS want to find out what you think about the way they communicate and engage with its users.
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A Ministry of Justice Consultation on Open Justice
The Ministry of Justice is undertaking a call for evidence on how government can support and strengthen the openness, transparency, and the accessibility of the court and tribunal services in the modern age.
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Quarterly pulse survey report Q1 (January to March 2023)
For the last 20 years, we’ve carried out an annual Financial Benchmarking Survey. It’s the leading survey for medium-sized and smaller firms (SMEs) in England and Wales, providing participants with a bespoke report showing how their firm compares to similar firms.
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Melinda Giles, PCS committee member, featured on BBC Breakfast to discuss LPAs
Following a report about lasting powers of attorney and dementia, Melinda Giles pressed the importance of sorting an LPA early, picking the right attorney and getting advice from a specialised solicitor.