All Feature articles – Page 47
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FeatureKeep connected
Adeeba Hussain shares her top tips to help firms maintain engagement with their workforce, while transitioning to a hybrid working model
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FeatureJab in the dark
Lucy Astbury examines the complexities surrounding whether firms can mandate that employees have the COVID-19 vaccine before returning to the office
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FeatureStrength in diversity
Bola Gibson considers the opportunities for firms to reap the benefits of creating a diverse and inclusive office culture
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FeatureA question of ethics
Kelly Fermont examines how considering ethics alongside commercial objectives can help lawyers move beyond being trusted advisers, and to shape business decision-making
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FeatureGreat expectations
Bob Spence examines how client relationships have changed post-pandemic, and the key points to consider when thinking about client retention and relationship management
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FeatureFuture proof
Michelle Howard discusses how you can future proof your firm by building brand value for your clients
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FeatureA game of two halves
Sarah West and Laura Carlisle recently began a job share, following their return from new parent leave. They share their experiences and practical tips for maintaining quality service for their clients
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FeatureMind the gap
The need for gender diversity when it comes to senior positions in law firms has been long discussed, but what are the actual barriers to women being hired or promoted into these roles? The team at Search Consultancy investigates
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FeatureLock it up
Alex Heshmaty discusses what firms should be doing to address cybersecurity threats and protect client data
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FeatureTime to re-evaluate
Andre Thomas discusses the need for firms to re-evaluate their performance management processes, as our ways of working evolve post-pandemic
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FeatureHow law firms can better manage their data
Darren Gower, sales director at Access Legal, shares his tips on how law firms can better manage their data
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FeatureHow can your law firm improve efficiency and increase profitability?
Toby Sewell, divisional marketing manager at Access Legal, shares his tips on the key areas for continuous improvment to increase efficiency and profitability
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FeatureStaking a disclaim
Lesley King analyses whether members of a discretionary class can disclaim their interest in settled property and looks at a recent case to see how this has worked in practice.
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FeatureThe royal seal
Following the news that Prince Philip’s will is to be sealed from the public for 90 years, Roman Kubiak looks at the legal mechanisms behind this and queries whether wills should be made public at all.
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FeatureOn cyber alert
Clive Newport explains what you can do to avoid cyber threats as the professional indemnity insurance market hardens
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FeatureStandard bearers
Mike Harlow of HM Land Registry provides an update on developments in the digital conveyancing process and what to expect in the future
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FeatureOn the safe side
In light of the Grenfell disaster, new fire safety legislation has been enacted. Rebecca Delaney and Fiona Bishop consider what it will mean for property practitioners
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FeatureTalent contest
Recently, property firms have been busier than ever and due to a mixture of factors, good staff are more difficult to recruit. Julie Harrison outlines the key issues and how firms can attract and retain talent
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FeatureFrom the ground up
Matthew Weal discusses whether the government’s proposed leasehold reforms are a welcome development or just not fit for purpose
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FeatureSuspicious minds
Keeping abreast of possible anti-money laundering breaches is more important than ever. Rebecca Atkinson explains what activities should be considered suspicious