All Feature articles – Page 15
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FeatureA matter of trust
Following the recent government consultation on transparency of land ownership involving trusts, private client lawyers share their views on the implications of the changes for advising clients
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FeatureProtect and serve
Cate Searle and Clare English examine considerations needed before selling a protected party’s property
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FeatureWhen life imitates art
Is the increased media coverage of succession planning influencing what people do? Elizabeth Gibbison and Richard Smaller investigate
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FeatureKeeping on top of AML
Amy Bell explains how private client lawyers can make sure they are compliant with anti-money laundering regulations
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FeatureFall from favour
Stephen Lawson, with Andrew Bishop, shares the steps you should take if you are asked to renounce your position as an executor
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FeatureDUIs – a regulatory matter?
In recent actions by the Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA), drink-driving offences have become significantly more costly for solicitors, serving as a stark reminder of the regulator’s expected standards around personal conduct
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FeatureAre electronic signatures valid?
Mark Anderson and Victor Woroner look at the complexities of electronic signatures, and how their new book can help untangle them
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FeatureAre DUIs a regulatory matter?
In recent actions by the Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA), drink-driving offences have become significantly more costly for solicitors, serving as a stark reminder of the regulator’s expected standards around personal conduct
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FeatureStaying alert to digital burnout
Philippa Hann discusses the impact technology has had on productivity and the ways we communicate
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FeatureHM Treasury AML supervision report
HM Treasury has published its 2022/23 report on anti-money laundering and counter-terrorist financing (AML/CFT) supervision. Rick Kent, anti-money laundering policy manager at the Law Society, looks at the key changes
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FeatureDeveloping an intergenerational strategy
Stephen Moses of Law Society partner Zenplans outlines how to increase your client base with an intergenerational strategy
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FeatureAssessing the Arbitration Bill
Leah Alpren-Waterman looks at the reforms proposed in the Arbitration Bill
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FeatureChanges to flexible working laws
Siân Riley, from Law Society partner Access Legal, reviews the recent changes to flexible working laws and outlines the key action you should take to remain compliant
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FeatureFor the record
Continuing competence is essential to providing high-quality legal services and maintaining public trust in the profession. Fiona Anthony shares the steps you can take to ensure you are satisfying the SRA’s requirement
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FeatureAll things equal
Jane Hallas demonstrates how to create an effective people plan to support and improve equality, diversity and inclusion in your firm
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FeatureRise and fall?
Interest rates have finally risen, and, with them, the potential for law firms to profit. But what are the risks you need to be aware of?
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FeatureBridging the gap
Ahead of Mental Health Awareness Week in May, Nick Bloy assesses the impact of overworking on the wellbeing of those in the legal sector
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FeatureTalent contest
Law firms are under greater pressure than ever to recruit and retain talented lawyers. Diana Bentley speaks to various firms about their experiences