Latest features and guidance – Page 2
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FeatureDriving climate action in your firm
Nicky Sinker discusses the important role law firms play in driving climate action
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FeatureStarting a new law firm (Part 1): What do you need to consider?
In the first of a four-part series, Andy Poole outlines what your top considerations should be when starting a law firm
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FeatureDUIs – a regulatory matter?
In recent actions by the Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA), drink-driving offences have become significantly more costly for solicitors, serving as a stark reminder of the regulator’s expected standards around personal conduct
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FeatureStaying alert to digital burnout
Philippa Hann discusses the impact technology has had on productivity and the ways we communicate
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FeatureChanges to flexible working laws
Siân Riley, from Law Society partner Access Legal, reviews the recent changes to flexible working laws and outlines the key action you should take to remain compliant
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FeatureCyberattacks: Protecting your firm’s data
Following the recent cyberattacks at CTS, Lindsay Hill, CEO of Law Society partner Mitigo, asks how to protect your firm’s data when using a managed service provider
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FeatureHow can technology help your firm succeed?
Law Society partner, STAR Professions, considers the benefits of embracing technology in your firm
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FeatureValue creation and AI – a race to the bottom?
For the better part of 12 months, artificial intelligence has been the talk of the town. Though beneficial, many have their concerns about what AI could mean for the future of the legal sector
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FeatureAI part III: Advising clients who use artificial intelligence
In the final part of her series on artificial intelligence (AI), Kelly Fermont considers the role we have as practitioners in advising clients who use AI technologies
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FeatureTaking on the ESG challenge
ESG is more than just a buzzword – it’s the way all businesses are being encouraged to operate. Neil Lloyd explains what his firm is doing to meet the latest ESG standards, and the challenges and opportunities these bring
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FeatureThe benefits of specialist VAT loans
Managing cashflow and tax liability is one of the most significant hurdles for law firms. Law Society partner, STAR Professions, looks at how specialist VAT loans can help ease the burden
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FeatureAI part II: What should we solve for?
In the second article of a three-part series, Kelly Fermont gives her quick-fire introduction to the world of AI
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FeatureFreelance solicitors – new risk protections
With many solicitors now taking the freelance route to practice, Travelers Europe have developed an insurance product to mitigate their risk. Here, they outline how it works.
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FeatureAI part I: Welcome to the world of artificial intelligence
Artificial intelligence has been a talking point for some time, but how is it affecting the legal profession?
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FeatureInsurance: cyber cover
Caspar Rogers explains the basics of cyber insurance cover and how this fits in with your firm’s professional indemnity insurance.
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FeatureFlexible working: making it work for law firms
Sharon Glynn reflects on how the pandemic has changed workplace culture.
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FeatureWriting job descriptions to attract the right legal talent
Andre Thomas outlines his tips for writing effective job descriptions, to attract the right legal talent to your firm
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FeatureProfessional indemnity insurance: claims trends to be aware of
Ryan Senior, senior vice president at Paragon, examines trends firm leaders should be aware of in the professional indemnity insurance market in 2022
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FeatureAttract talent by marketing your firm and identifying your brand
Michelle Howard explores how your firm’s brand is key to attracting the best talent in a highly competitive recruitment market
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FeatureBecoming a successful, modern law firm
Chris Pucci, CEO at Osprey Approach, gives his tips on the fundamental business practices modern law firms must adopt to succeed