All Feature articles – Page 3
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FeatureCulture shock
The organisational culture of your firm has a huge influence not only on its day-to-day business performance, but also on its reputation. Dr Zara Whysall examines the importance of culture – and how to best shape and improve it
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FeatureEvents horizon
Sue Bramall shares her checklist for getting the most out of networking events
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FeatureFour-part harmony?
With concerns for solicitors’ mental health and wellbeing ever present, Diana Bentley learns how two very different law firms have successfully implemented a four-day week
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FeatureOn thin ice
Failing to properly return client monies is in breach of the SRA Accounts Rules and can lead to regulatory action. Andrew Blatt explains the potential issues associated with residual balances – and what firms can do to clear them
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FeaturePeak performance
If you struggle with business development, networking or self-promotion, performance psychology may help you change your mindset. Stuart Munro shares his tips for success
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FeatureRobot wars
Artificial intelligence is dismantling traditional web traffic strategies. For law firms, this means rethinking their search engine optimisation and content marketing strategy
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FeatureStress test
Is burnout inevitable in law? Holly Miéville-Hawkins explores the latest evidence and suggests how you as an individual can add small healthy practices to your working day
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FeatureA question of competency
Melissa Hardee looks at the SRA’s annual competence report, exploring gaps in how some firms approach continuing competence, and why understanding and evidencing this is more important than ever
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FeatureBreaking the silence
A government amendment to the Employment Rights Bill aims to ban the use of NDAs where there are allegations of harassment or discrimination in settlement agreements. Juliet Oliver and Iain Miller look at the detai
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FeaturePreventative measures
Kevin Clancy and Patrick Kelly set out the scope of the prevention of fraud offence, and what the latest guidance offers by way of recommendations for reasonable procedures
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FeatureAudit trail
With anti-money laundering audits on the rise, Kayleigh Smale outlines how to prepare your firm for a visit from the SRA
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FeatureMisconduct matters
As the SRA remains focused on issues of sexual misconduct, Susanna Heley outlines how firms can ensure they are navigating this tricky area correctly
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FeatureOn thin ice
Failing to properly return client monies is in breach of the SRA Accounts Rules and can lead to regulatory action. Andrew Blatt explains the issues involved in residual balances – and what firms can do to clear them
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FeatureProfessional indemnity insurance: market trends and risk insights
Simon Thomson, policy advisor at the Law Society, provides an update on the state of the professional indemnity insurance market, highlighting higher-risk practice areas and what it means for solicitors
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FeatureWhat should future conveyancing look like?
Peter Rodd comments on the detail in the recent government announcement to reform the home buying and selling process in England and Wales
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FeatureFAQs: Conflicts arising in initial client interviews
Our Practice Advice Service answers some commonly asked questions by Compliance Officers for Legal Practice (COLPs)
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FeatureNavigating climate risk in property transactions
Tim Champney looks at the impact of climate change in property transactions, and how new tools and products can help firms
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FeatureAdverse possession – a practitioner’s view
Sarah Cookson from Switalskis Solicitors outlines how to make an application for adverse possession with registered and unregistered land, and highlights key issues solicitors need to consider