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    Take part in the Financial Benchmarking Survey 2025

    2024-06-26T12:29:00Z

    Complete the Financial Benchmarking Survey before Friday 27 September for a free personalised financial report for your firm.

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    DUIs – a regulatory matter?

    2024-06-12T13:35:00Z

    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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    Lecture: The potential application of AI in the legal profession (On-demand – audio-only)

    This audio-only session explores the key findings from the 2024 Financial Benchmarking Survey, picking out the main points and highlighting what they may mean for your firm.

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    Member Talk: 2024 Financial Benchmarking Survey (On-demand – audio only)

    This audio-only session explores the key findings from the 2024 Financial Benchmarking Survey, picking out the main points and highlighting what they may mean for your firm.

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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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    Changes to flexible working laws

    2024-05-13T00:00:00Z Partner content

    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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    Making our mark

    2024-04-29T14:22:00Z

    Paul Bennett reflects on the results of the 2024 Financial Benchmarking Survey, and the practical insight included in this edition of the magazine

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    For the record

    2024-04-29T13:55:00Z

    Continuing competence is essential to providing high-quality legal services and maintaining public trust in the profession. Fiona Anthony shares the steps you can take to ensure you are satisfying the SRA’s requirement

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    Feature

    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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    Feature

    Rise and fall?

    2024-04-29T13:07:00Z

    Interest rates have finally risen, and, with them, the potential for law firms to profit. But what are the risks you need to be aware of?

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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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    Feature

    The powers that be

    2024-04-29T11:13:00Z

    Automatic fines and fixed penalties for non-compliance are about to become the norm. Paul Bennett outlines the Solicitors Regulation Authority’s enforcement policy, and considers what it will mean in terms of risk management

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    Trust the process

    2024-04-29T11:05:00Z

    Susan Glenholme talks to Simeon Hance about growing up in Kenya, becoming an equity partner at the age of 29, and the importance of trust in a law firm

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    Green light

    2024-04-29T10:45:00Z

    Sue Bramall speaks to Martin Bunch and Natalie Cooksey about the success of their firms’ environmental strategies, and why being transparent about your own initiatives is vital to avoid greenwashing

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    Running for cover

    2024-04-29T10:23:00Z

    Jenny Screech provides an update on the current position for professional indemnity insurance ahead of this year’s renewal seasons

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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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    Cyberattacks: Protecting your firm’s data

    2024-04-22T09:37:00Z Partner content

    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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    How can technology help your firm succeed?

    2024-04-10T08:54:00Z Partner content

    Law Society partner, STAR Professions, considers the benefits of embracing technology in your firm