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FeatureStrength in diversity
Bola Gibson considers the opportunities for firms to reap the benefits of creating a diverse and inclusive office culture
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FeatureA question of ethics
Kelly Fermont examines how considering ethics alongside commercial objectives can help lawyers move beyond being trusted advisers, and to shape business decision-making
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FeatureFuture proof
Michelle Howard discusses how you can future proof your firm by building brand value for your clients
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FeatureA game of two halves
Sarah West and Laura Carlisle recently began a job share, following their return from new parent leave. They share their experiences and practical tips for maintaining quality service for their clients
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FeatureTime for a change
Alex Holt details how law firms can drive efficiency and improve client experience by reimagining their finance processes
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FeatureEmbrace the change
Lucy Trevelyan speaks to Alice Stephenson about why the only way to have a fulfilling career in law, and be herself, was to set up her own firm so she could do things her own way
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OpinionBack to the future
Paul Bennett, chair of the Law Management Committee, looks to the year ahead, as firms begin to move away from short-term planning to focusing on the longer-term issues for their businesses
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FeatureHow law firms can better manage their data
Darren Gower, sales director at Access Legal, shares his tips on how law firms can better manage their data
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EventWebinar: expansive trends in competition law (OnDemand)
The Law Society Competition Section and the Antitrust Section of the American Bar Association discuss key trends and themes in competition law on both sides of the Atlantic
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FeatureLiberty GTS releases its yearly claims briefing: Emerging trends and the differences in claims causes across different industries
Following the publication of their whitepaper, Simon Radcliffe, Head of GTS Claims at Law Society partner Liberty GTS, details recent mergers and acquisitions insurance claims trends and which deals are most likely to lead to a claim.
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FeatureHow can your law firm improve efficiency and increase profitability?
Toby Sewell, divisional marketing manager at Access Legal, shares his tips on the key areas for continuous improvment to increase efficiency and profitability
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FAQPAS FAQ: binding wills signed at home
Our Practice Advice Service explains how to bind wills that are signed by clients at home.
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FeatureThe royal seal
Following the news that Prince Philip’s will is to be sealed from the public for 90 years, Roman Kubiak looks at the legal mechanisms behind this and queries whether wills should be made public at all.
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FeatureStaking a disclaim
Lesley King analyses whether members of a discretionary class can disclaim their interest in settled property and looks at a recent case to see how this has worked in practice.
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OpinionThe pandemic year
Property Section chair Warren Gordon is stepping down in October. He reflects on his tenure and looks ahead at how the Property Section and the Law Society will continue to support members in the future
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FeatureOn cyber alert
Clive Newport explains what you can do to avoid cyber threats as the professional indemnity insurance market hardens
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FeatureStandard bearers
Mike Harlow of HM Land Registry provides an update on developments in the digital conveyancing process and what to expect in the future
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FeatureOn the safe side
In light of the Grenfell disaster, new fire safety legislation has been enacted. Rebecca Delaney and Fiona Bishop consider what it will mean for property practitioners
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FeatureA question of proportion
Phil Parkinson and Katie Edwards look at the issues surrounding apportioning service charges – an area that continues to create contention and confusion for property practitioners
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FeatureTalent contest
Recently, property firms have been busier than ever and due to a mixture of factors, good staff are more difficult to recruit. Julie Harrison outlines the key issues and how firms can attract and retain talent