All Feature articles – Page 50
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FeatureCome together
Martin Griffiths and Sally Calverley provide an introduction to collaboration in law firms, from the hurdles to the benefits
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FeatureWorthy cause
In the second of his series on self-worth, John Niland looks at how law firm partners and managers can develop self-worth in others, and the benefits this can bring to your business
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FeatureBright spark
David Farquharson co-founded Ignition Law to support start-up businesses. Lucy Trevelyan talks to him about starting up his own business, and how recruitment and culture have supported success
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FeatureIn balance
Supporting work-life balance in your firm can help you attract and retain the best people and create an inclusive and high-performing workplace. Kiran Purewal offers her top tips
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FeatureEqual inheritance tax for EU and non-EU taxpayers
Spain’s highest court has considered that Spanish inheritance tax rules discriminate against non-EU residents. Alberto Perez Cedillo summarises the decision.
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FeatureMinimum energy efficiency standards (MEES)
Warren Gordon speaks on the key issues concerning Minimum energy efficiency standards
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FeatureSuccess story: Client service in serious injury cases
The judges at the 2019 Excellence Awards were impressed by CFG Law’s ‘Client First Service’, which focuses on understanding the needs and wellbeing of clients who have suffered a catastrophic injury. We asked Richard Clark, chief executive officer, about the firm’s approach.
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FeatureAt your service?
The take-up for serviced offices and co-working spaces increased by 150% in 2017, and more growth is predicted. David Manda looks at the hidden legal complexities of these arrangements, and how to advise both owners and occupiers
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FeatureOn the same side
In the first of a two-part series on complaints, Rebecca Atkinson looks at some of the reasons why clients complain, and how to avoid complaints by focusing on providing ‘good’ service in key areas
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FeatureInto the mix
Peta Dollar provides an introduction for commercial specialists to acting on the sale or purchase of a property in a mixed-use development
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FeatureFault lines
Jamie Saunders looks at residential housing law in Wales and how it is diverging from England, particularly in two key areas – assured shorthold tenancies and no-fault evictions
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FeatureLend an ear
Peter Rodd reports on the results of a survey about the challenges conveyancers face when working with mortgage lenders
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FeatureDown to earth
Caroline May and Courtney Hassall provide a guide to common environmental issues which can affect property transactions, and offer tips for property lawyers to mitigate the risks
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FeatureGive us a break
Stephen Pritchett and Lesley Anderson KC look at some of the case law around break clauses in renewal leases, and provide a personal view on a recent county court judgment and the challenges it presents for landlords wishing to develop their properties
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FeatureThe Friday blues
Sarah Dwight looks at the phenomenon of Friday afternoon fraud and what you can do to help reduce the risk of your firm or your client becoming a victim
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FeatureAt a premium: insurance renewal trends for 2019 to 2020
The professional indemnity insurance market is changing. Martin MacHale summarises what law firms can expect in the year ahead, including a new focus on cybersecurity measures.
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FeatureCareers in law management: Now and in the future
Our experts discuss the rise of law management roles in law firms and what the future holds.
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FeatureYoung voices
There have been a number of controversial recent cases at the Solicitors Disciplinary Tribunal involving junior lawyers pressured into making unethical decisions. Richard Burnham looks at how law firms can create an ethical culture and support millennials in making ethical decisions