Features and Opinion – Page 2

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    Charge ahead

    2025-01-30T00:00:00Z

    Nicky Lloyd looks at successful strategies to improve your firm’s productivity

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    Advance planning

    2025-01-30T00:00:00Z

    Law firms need clearly defined ways of managing the careers of their lawyers, especially senior staff members. Diana Bentley looks at what options are available for those wanting to progress

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    Question time

    2024-10-31T00:00:00Z

    Diana Bentley speaks to legal recruiters about how law firms can improve their interview processes

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    Open to all

    2024-10-31T00:00:00Z

    FBC Manby Bowdler is at the forefront of moves to open a career in law to people from all backgrounds. Charlotte Clode explains why the award-winning firm is so committed to breaking down barriers

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    Peace of mind

    2024-10-31T00:00:00Z

    Kerry Slater and Stuart Munro discuss the importance of a psychologically safe workplace

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    Calling the shots

    2024-07-30T00:00:00Z

    The transition from fee earner to leader in a law firm involves a significant leap – one that demands a unique set of skills. Michelle Howard shares some tips for success

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    Pulling power

    2024-07-30T00:00:00Z

    Martin Whitehorn looks at how you can be a more inclusive recruiter

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    Balancing act

    2024-07-30T00:00:00Z

    Should firms be taking a stricter stance on homeworking? James Brown examines the current consensus

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    Staying alert to digital burnout

    2024-05-20T12:09:00Z

    Philippa Hann discusses the impact technology has had on productivity and the ways we communicate

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    All things equal

    2024-04-29T13:38:00Z

    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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    Bridging the gap

    2024-04-29T12:52:00Z

    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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    Talent contest

    2024-04-29T12:22:00Z

    Law firms are under greater pressure than ever to recruit and retain talented lawyers. Diana Bentley speaks to various firms about their experiences 

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    Recipe for success

    2024-04-29T09:47:00Z

    How can you successfully grow your firm and extend client relationships? Robin Dicks considers the key building blocks and obstacles

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    Training ground

    2024-01-30T00:00:00Z

    Is a new era of training and supervision under way in the legal sector? Diana Bentley investigates

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    Mind over matter

    2023-10-17T00:00:00Z

    Kerry Slater reflects on the impact changes to SRA guidance will have on resilience, psychological safety, and the wellbeing of legal professionals 

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    The right hire

    2023-10-17T00:00:00Z

    Andre Thomas outlines three key steps to hiring the right person for your firm

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    Burn notice

    2023-10-17T00:00:00Z

    Philippa Hann provides some tips on how to manage staff burnout and a busy workload in your firm

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    Flexibility in practice

    2023-09-27T00:00:00Z

    Nicola Darfoor, corporate communications manager at the Law Society, speaks to members at law firms about their experience of flexible working

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    Four days a week

    2023-08-10T00:00:00Z

    In a recent trial many businesses opted to adopt a four-day work week. Natalie Moore explains how it works for her conveyancing firm

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    Opening up

    2023-08-10T00:00:00Z

    Managing your mental health in a demanding work environment can be incredibly challenging. For Mental Health Awareness Week, three solicitors open up to Dan Gilbert about their experiences with stress, pressure and mental ill health in private practice