All Feature articles – Page 43
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FeatureReport back
Sophie O’Connell considers what makes a good mental capacity assessment report, and the things to look out for from your assessor
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FeatureSRA draft business plan 2020/2021— explained
Rebecca Atkinson, Director of Risk at Howard Kennedy, looks at the Solicitors’ Regulation Authority’s (SRA) Business Plan for 2020/21. Although subject to change following consultation, the current draft indicates the direction of travel for the SRA and the impact on the profession in terms of regulation.
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Feature8 ways to make use of your member benefits
Beaulah Ince, Risk and Compliance Assistant at the Law Society, provides top tips for getting the most from your membership.
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FeatureOnline court pilots and COVID-19 – the catalyst for further momentum?
John Cuss reviews how the coronavirus (COVID-19) lockdown has accelerated reform in the courts, and asks whether – without proper consultation – there’s a risk of access to justice being left behind?
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FeatureOn your feet: Making your way as a solicitor advocate
Many litigators choose to apply for higher rights of audience, which give you the same rights to appear and conduct proceedings in court as a barrister. What does the process involve, and how can the qualification help in day-to-day litigation work?
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FeatureSDT case update: sexual misconduct
Amanda Croxon, risk and compliance solicitor at Howard Kennedy, asks if the SDT is making the right decisions in relation to allegations of sexual misconduct.
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FeatureProtecting remote access
Robert Bond looks at the data protection and security challenges when homeworking
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FeatureNavigating PII renewal
Brian Boehmer advises firms on how to prepare for PII renewal in a difficult market
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FeatureCompliance in a crisis
Michelle Garlick considers the role of the COLP in managing the risks the pandemic brings.
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FeatureClosing down your firm
Tracey Calvert and Helen Carr outline an action plan for complying with the regulations when closing down your law firm.
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FeatureWeathering the storm
Simon Tupman offers some simple tips for law firm leaders looking to support their businesses and their people through the coronavirus crisis
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FeatureLock and key
Shaheen Mamun, co-founder of Black Antelope Law, talks to Lucy Trevelyan about setting up a law firm as an introvert, thriving in lockdown, and the importance of diversity in the legal profession
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FeatureHard facts
Martin MacHale explains how you should present your firm in a hardening professional indemnity insurance market, and the potential impact of lockdown and remote working
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FeatureExam nerves
Liz Ritter explains how the Solicitors Qualifying Examination will work in practice and what law firms need to do now as employers to prepare
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FeatureVirtuous circle
Nick Jarrett-Kerr looks at how professionals can break into the circle of trust with clients and colleagues, including in a time of social distancing
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FeatureScreen capture
Clients and prospects are now used to using webcams and teleconferencing software for meetings – and are unlikely to change their habits after lockdown. Bob Spence looks at how rainmakers can use technology to conduct effective business development online
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FeatureRole calls
Chris Bull looks at the growth of new roles in law firms, from chief operating officers to legal engineers, and what the future might hold for law firm resourcing and governance
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FeatureTaking care of business
Coronavirus has increased the pressure on law firm leaders – to ensure their business’ survival and inspire their people, while juggling personal commitments. But, asks Nicole Vayssier, are you taking care of your own mental and physical wellbeing?
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FeatureThe big five
Jo Morris outlines the changes brought in by the Fifth Anti-Money Laundering Directive, and what you need to do to ensure your firm is compliant
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FeatureBest of both
Clients want their legal service providers to display characteristics of both established and NewLaw firms. Katherine Thomas looks at what established firms can learn from NewLaw, on everything from resourcing to technology