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Value for money
Fiona Heald reviews a new Law Society title on charges for care under the Care Act 2014
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How to be an effective COLP
As compliance frameworks become more complex, and regulators get new fining powers, the compliance officer for legal practice (COLP) is an increasingly pivotal role. Jonathon Bray offers his top tips on how to be effective in this position
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Authorities referred to in the member talk include
The authorities referred to in Andrew Bishop and Stephen Lawson’s talk on executor removal
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How an investigator can support with contentious probate
Tony Imossi, of Law Society partner ABI, explains the benefit of using a professional investigator when dealing with a contentious will or trust
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Under the influence
Louise Dodds looks at undue influence and fraudulent calumny in respect of wills, and what you can do as a practitioner
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Tricks of the trade
Kim Tasso looks at a three-tier, full firm approach to marketing private client services
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Mastering LPAs and SIPPs
Alistair Ellen, director of FP Wealth Management, shares how attorneys and self-invested personal plans (SIPPs) interact and what to be mindful of if a donor and SIPP owner loses capacity
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Back to Basics: Heritage assets
Sarah Murphy examines the inheritance tax implications of historic estates and national treasures
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Reputation on the line
Natalie Wright, from Law Society partner Mazars, looks at the importance of due diligence and considerations of your reputation when referring to financial advisers
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Retaining revocation
The pitfalls of abolishing section 18 of the Wills Act 1837 should not be underestimated, argues Byron Jones
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Pulling the strings
As careers progress, many lawyers are put in management roles without necessarily having the tools to succeed. Susan Glenholme offers an introductory guide for those managing staff
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Putting clients first
Asset protection trusts have been in the news recently and not always for good reason. Tom Morrish comments
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In the fast lane
Victoria Newey looks at what needs to be considered when making urgent or expedited applications to the Court of Protection
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Keeping it in the family
Family structures are evolving, and the law must evolve with them. Alberto Perez Cedillo explores the cross-border implications
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Buy better?
This is article is usually exclusive for Property Section members. The Property Section is a premium member community designed to help Property solicitors excel and gain a competitive edge. Section members stay up to date with a bank of resources, like the below article, which you can enjoy until 28th ...
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Safe as houses
This article is usually exclusive for Property Section members. The Property Section is a premium member community designed to help Property solicitors excel and gain a competitive edge. Section members stay up to date with a bank of resources, like the article below which you can enjoy until 28th March ...
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Value creation and AI – a race to the bottom?
For the better part of 12 months, artificial intelligence has been the talk of the town. Though beneficial, many have their concerns about what AI could mean for the future of the legal sector
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Diversity and inclusion – the benefits to your firm
Pearl Moses reflects on her experience with diversity and inclusion in the legal sector and although she says the profession is changing, bias remains an issue
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Value for money
Fiona Heald reviews a new Law Society title on charges for care under the Care Act 2014
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Cyber insurance and the legal profession
As cyber fraud becomes increasingly prevalent, it’s vital that all firms take the necessary steps to protect themselves. Piers Winton, director at Paragon International Insurance Brokers, explains what action you should take