All Leadership and Management articles – Page 5
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OpinionMaking our mark
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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FeatureFor the record
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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FeatureAll things equal
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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FeatureRise and fall?
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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FeatureBridging the gap
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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FeatureTalent contest
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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FeatureThe powers that be
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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FeatureTrust the process
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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FeatureGreen light
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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FeatureRunning for cover
Jenny Screech provides an update on the current position for professional indemnity insurance ahead of this year’s renewal seasons
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FeatureRecipe for success
How can you successfully grow your firm and extend client relationships? Robin Dicks considers the key building blocks and obstacles
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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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NewsThe results are in: Financial Benchmarking Survey 2024
Law firms are weathering an adverse financial environment, reporting a growth in fee income despite falling chargeable hours, according to our Leadership and Management Section Financial Benchmarking Survey 2024.
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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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FeatureCyber insurance and the legal profession
As cyber fraud becomes increasingly prevalent, it’s vital that all firms take the necessary steps to protect themselves. Piers Winton, director at Paragon International Insurance Brokers, explains what action you should take
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FeatureMaking a mark
Tim Newsome gives a brief overview of how trademarks work and how they can apply to various features of the web
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FeatureTraining ground
Is a new era of training and supervision under way in the legal sector? Diana Bentley investigates