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NewsFinancial Benchmarking Survey 2026
Overview For the 2026 edition, we invited firm leaders to share their perspectives on the biggest challenges and opportunities they anticipate for the year ahead. The survey draws on insights from 121 law firms across England and Wales, with a combined fee income of over £1.2 billion – an average ...
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EventFinancial Benchmarking Survey 2026 results: Hybrid seminar (London, Weds 15 April 2026)
The Law Society’s Financial Benchmarking Survey is widely regarded as one of the leading annual health check reports for smaller and mid-sized law firms.
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FeatureMazur – what the Court of Appeal decision means for supervision
Paul Bennett looks at the implications for supervision following the recent Mazur appeal
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FeatureFAQ: Do I need to treat a client as a politically exposed person?
Our Practice Advice Service answers a commonly asked question put to compliance officers for legal practice
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EventSRA Accounts Rules: key requirements for managing client money – Online – Tues 2 June 2026
Book your FREE place now Free for Property, Leadership and Management & Risk and Compliance Section Members.
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VideosWebinar: AML risk assessments: Ten things you should do
Law firms must carry out risk assessments as part of their anti-money laundering (AML) obligations. Join us to discover ten practical steps for carrying out effective AML risk assessments that will help you remain compliant.
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EventLaw Society Economic Crime Conference 2026 (Thu 17 Sept 2026, Hybrid)
Book your place now, Early Bird discount rates available for a limited period
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FeatureOwning up to mistakes – 10 considerations for your firm
Pearl Moses, director of compliance at Setfords, provides some top tips on how to deal with mistakes
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FeatureWhat law firms can learn from big business failures
Karen Garthwaite looks at what law firms can learn from the financial failures of other professional services sectors
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FeatureFAQ: Do we have to keep a record of complaints?
Our Practice Advice Service answers a commonly asked question put to compliance officers for legal practice
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VideosMember Talk: Owning up to mistakes and the importance of psychological safety (audio only)
Listen to this Member Talk to find out more about the importance of owning up to mistakes and the importance of psychological safety
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FeatureBalancing act
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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FeatureRisky business
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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FeaturePrescription for change
Elizabeth Rimmer explores the findings of LawCare’s latest Life in the Law report
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FeatureDevil in the detail
Amy Wren proposes eight practical steps you can take to ensure compliance with the new Employment Rights Act
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FeatureA tale of two firms
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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OpinionMultiple fronts
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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FeatureGeneration game
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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FeatureIntelligence gatherers
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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FeatureTalent spotting
Sarah Bond-Williams explains how her firm recruits and nurtures new talent, diversifies the pathways into law and creates a culture that prioritises wellbeing