All Leadership and Management articles

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    Feature

    Balancing act

    2026-01-29T00:00:00Z

    Douglas Russell and Sally Jones consider the key financial and regulatory challenges for law firms in 2026 and what you can do to set your firm apart in the year ahead

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    Feature

    Risky business

    2026-01-29T00:00:00Z

    Although the Solicitors Regulation Authority has backed away from sweeping changes to client accounts, it is still considering alternatives to protecting client money. Sean Hankin and Liz Bond explain

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    Feature

    Prescription for change

    2026-01-29T00:00:00Z

    Elizabeth Rimmer explores the findings of LawCare’s latest Life in the Law report

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    Feature

    Devil in the detail

    2026-01-29T00:00:00Z

    Amy Wren proposes eight practical steps you can take to ensure compliance with the new Employment Rights Act

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    Feature

    A tale of two firms

    2026-01-29T00:00:00Z

    Lucy Trevelyan speaks to Tasnim Khalid about setting up a law firm during the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic and her plans to develop her business into the ‘go-to’ firm for clients who value a more personal touch

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    Opinion

    Multiple fronts

    2026-01-29T00:00:00Z

    Abby Winkworth considers the challenges law firms are facing as we enter the new year, and reflects on the practical insights included in this edition of the magazine

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    Feature

    Generation game

    2026-01-29T00:00:00Z

    Law firms are increasingly looking to use generative artificial intelligence tools as part of their working practices. Melanie O’Brien explores some of the key compliance risks and the steps you should take before adopting this technology

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    Feature

    Intelligence gatherers

    2026-01-29T00:00:00Z

    Michael Blüthner Speight provides an update on the current position for solicitors’ professional indemnity insurance ahead of the 2026 renewal seasons

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    Feature

    Why Mazur matters

    2026-01-29T00:00:00Z

    The recent Mazur judgment represents a significant turning point in the practical interpretation of how law firms conduct litigation. Paul Bennett, who acted in the case, outlines the issues and challenges ahead

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    Feature

    Talent spotting

    2026-01-29T00:00:00Z

    Sarah Bond-Williams explains how her firm recruits and nurtures new talent, diversifies the pathways into law and creates a culture that prioritises wellbeing

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    Feature

    Four strategies to make change permanent in 2026

    2026-01-26T10:24:00Z

    If you’ve ever wondered why you struggle to stay motivated, the answer lies in neuroscience. Stuart Munro explores four strategies that will help you create lasting habits in the year ahead

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    Event

    AML risk assessments: Ten things you should do (online, 24 March 2026)

    2026-01-13T14:22:00Z

    Register now to secure your free place

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    Feature

    Five New Year resolutions to reduce cyber threats

    2026-01-07T16:16:00Z Partner content

    Mitigo outlines five New Year’s resolutions your firm can make to mitigate the threat of cyber-attacks

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    Feature

    How to recruit and retain top talent – in four simple steps

    2025-12-11T10:06:00Z

    Finding and retaining talent has never been tougher. Recruitment specialist Deborah Gray explores how to refine your strategy and secure the right people for your firm 

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    Feature

    FAQ: Should we have a deputy COLP?

    2025-11-25T09:19:00Z

    Our Practice Advice Service answers a commonly asked question from compliance officers for legal practice (COLPs)

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    Videos

    Webinar: Supervision in an AI driven world

    2025-11-12T14:33:00Z

    While AI tools can automate tasks like legal research, document drafting, contract analysis, and e-discovery, they still require careful supervision. To ensure accuracy and ethical compliance, human oversight is still essential, watch this recording to help provide clarity on what constitutes acceptable use of AI in legal practice

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    Event

    Financial Benchmarking Survey 2026 results: Hybrid seminar (London, 5 March 2026)

    2025-11-12T11:53:00Z

    Register now to secure your free place at this launch event

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    Feature

    Brave new world

    Zulon Begum and Dr Robert Millard explore how artificial intelligence and private equity are changing the face of mergers and acquisitions – and how to stay competitive in this evolving landscape

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    Feature

    Caught in a deadlock

    Andrew Cromby highlights why it’s important to implement suitable arrangements right at the start of a partnership

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    Feature

    Step change

    Moving from practitioner to partner involves big changes – and new challenges. Michelle Howard and Hélène Russell discuss some of the issues new partners can face, and how to deal with them