All Feature articles – Page 116
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FeatureTraining ground
In the first of a two-part series on getting the best out of trainees, Paul Newton, training principal for a medium-sized firm, provides a personal perspective on trainee recruitment and selection
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FeatureManning of the hour
Nicola Manning of McMillan Williams on promoting diversity in the profession
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FeatureOn the map
Process mapping, and especially value stream mapping, can help law firms to understand how they do things, and how they can meet client needs more productively and profitably. Antony Smith explains how to make it work for you
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FeatureMeasure for measure
Knowing which marketing activities work best is key to efficient business development for law firms. Sue Bramall explains how to plan for and measure your marketing for maximum impact
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FeatureOn the money
In today’s challenging marketplace, firms need to be able to spot potential financial problems early and take decisive action. Clare Boardman provides an accountant’s perspective on the steps a firm needs to take to secure its financial future
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FeatureIn with the new
Innovation in law firms may seem like a fad, but in a fast-moving and increasingly challenging market, it is an essential tool for survival. Ava Madon explains why, and how to make it a reality in your firm
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FeatureOffice politics
As firms struggle to adapt to the pace of change in the legal market, premises costs can make the difference between success and failure. Steven Petty explains how you can manage these costs to the benefit of your firm
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FeatureIn the round
For a struggling firm in this difficult market, might a merger be the best option, or should it try to succeed alone? This was the issue presented to our executive committee at a recent roundtable discussion. Caroline Roddis reports
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FeatureStanding strong
When you’re faced with a particularly challenging client, it can be daunting to think about either asking them to change their behaviour, or ceasing to act for them. But, says Gary Richards, sometimes this is exactly what you need to do
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Law Society Advisory Group launches report on business and human rights
On 25 March the Law Society of England and Wales launched a report from its practitioners advisory group established to consult the legal sector on business and human rights. In other sectors, industry bodies are playing a key role in supporting their members to promote the corporate responsibility to respect ...
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FeatureBeyond repair
The changes to chancel repair liability are now almost five months old, but there remains little clarity about their impact in practice. Jennifer Slade investigates, and members of the Property Section executive committee provide their own perspectives
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FeatureNo more secrets
Patricia Wass looks at the impact of new guidance aimed at increasing transparency in the Court of Protection
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FeatureBack to basics 31: Family home-sharing
Timothy Gibbons considers the legal positions of inter-generational home-sharers, to identify the possible dangers and disadvantages of home-sharing, the extent to which these issues can be overcome by professional advice, and the value of various kinds of legal arrangement
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FeatureWealth of advice
Rohan Armes explores the role of an investment manager in giving life to a financial settlement after a divorce, and explains the factors that must be considered when investing a lump sum settlement
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FeatureGreat distress
April sees the introduction of commercial rent arrears recovery, replacing the common law remedy of distress. But the new regime is significantly more limited in scope, and could spell real problems for commercial landlords. Warren Gordon explains
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FeatureSeparate but equal
In the second of our series of articles in association with Land Registry, Richard Heaney looks at the use of notices and restrictions to protect third party interests in land and property when a marriage or civil partnership ends
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FeatureTime is of the essence
In the recent case of Berger v Berger, the Court of Appeal examined afresh the issue of family provision claims brought out of time, in a judgment that also contains lessons for those advising elderly clients with life interests under a will. Nichola Phillipson reports
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FeatureFirst place
The old, much criticised leasehold tribunal system was replaced last summer by the new Property Chamber of the First-Tier Tribunal. Michael Donnellan explains the key differences and practical points for landlord and tenant solicitors
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FeatureSecuring the future
For clients who have disabled children, one of their main priorities will be supporting their children financially after their death. Daniel Sheridan outlines the options, including wills and trusts, and their implications for tax and benefits