All Law Management articles – Page 8
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NewsLockdown in Wales: the effect on firms, clients and access to justice
In Wales, poor broadband service and a longer and more severe lockdown have had significant impacts on law firms and their clients. Managing partners Clive Thomas and Dr Nerys Llewelyn Jones explain how they have developed their business models to work and serve clients remotely
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Why law firm leaders need to take a break
Leader fatigue is a real problem, especially in the current crisis. Leaders who are exhausted and stressed make worse decisions, and risk burnout at the time when their businesses need them most. Simon Marshall looks at the benefits to leaders and their businesses of taking a break
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Weathering 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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Lock 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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Hard 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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Exam 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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Virtuous 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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Coronavirus: what have you changed?
The pandemic, lockdown, and the likely imminent recession have challenged all law firms and legal professionals. Some committee members look at what they’ve learnt in lockdown, and the key changes they’ve made in their businesses
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Screen 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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Role 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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Taking 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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The 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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Best 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
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All the rage
Solicitors are paid to be level-leaded and analytical, but those same skills and motivations can also lead to anger management issues. Mike Fisher looks at why, and offers solicitors some tips for managing their anger
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All systems go
The growth of lawtech has been a defining feature of legal services in the last decade, but lockdown has changed technology investment from an option to an essential. Peter Wright asks: has lawtech finally come of age?
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Lights, camera, action!
Ben Trott looks at the rise of video content for law firms under lockdown, and what you can learn to deliver effective, useful content which supports your clients and bolsters your firm’s reputation
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Loose connections? How to keep in touch with clients
Sue Bramall and Fariha Butt talk about how to keep in touch with clients during coronavirus.
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Solicitors’ Indemnity Fund extended until 2021
Plans to close the Solicitors Indemnity Fund (SIF) have been pushed back by one year until September 2021. This may leave former principles of law firms liable for future claims. Make sure you’re prepared.
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Law Society publishes report on digital futures
Published on 25 June 2020, our horizon scanning report explores the themes, opportunities and challenges arising from the future of digital business.
